as in to shave
to make (something) shorter or smaller with the use of a cutting instrument
bobbed her waist-length hair herself on her 18th birthday
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as in to hit
to deliver a blow to (someone or something) usually in a strong vigorous manner
he playfully bobbed his brother on the nose to get his attention
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as in bouquet
a bunch of flowers
the lassie carried only a little bob on her wedding day
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Recent Examples of bob
Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
29 May 2026
The enthusiasm was apparent as the catamaran bobbed around the future site of Pier Wind, which recently received a $20-million grant from the California Energy Commission.
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Los Angeles Times,
24 May 2026
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
12 June 2026
Retro bob Retro bobs look effortlessly elegant on those with square faces.
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Ranyechi Udemezue,
Vogue,
12 June 2026
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Metallic cat-eye and chrome finishes give the effect of an ice-cold glass, while sheer jelly polishes look almost exactly like the paper-thin slice of lime bobbing in your drink.
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Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
29 May 2026
The enthusiasm was apparent as the catamaran bobbed around the future site of Pier Wind, which recently received a $20-million grant from the California Energy Commission.
—
Los Angeles Times,
24 May 2026
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Her hair was coiffed with a middle part and mod-inspired flipped ends for a playful bob effect.
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Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
12 June 2026
Retro bob Retro bobs look effortlessly elegant on those with square faces.
—
Ranyechi Udemezue,
Vogue,
12 June 2026
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Zillow says that a pale pink bathroom could lose you up to $6,013, while a pale pink kitchen shaves an extra $4,201 off potential buyers' offers.
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The Supreme Court ruled that a Louisiana prisoner whose dreadlocks were forcibly shaved off by prison guards cannot sue them under a federal law designed to protect the religious rights of prisoners.
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Brake gently as needed - Brake normally if the vehicle has anti-lock brakes and pump brakes gently if in an older vehicle.
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After the pressure was released through the crack, emergency crews peeled back the tank’s external wall and insulation to pump water inside to cool it down.
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Lightning hits the United States approximately 25 million times annually.
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The Iraq goalkeeper didn't make a play on it, as the ball hit the post and bounced away.
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The secret to a contented partnership isn’t a bouquet of flowers or a hard-to-get dinner reservation, though those never hurt.
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The 756-piece set features a bouquet of buildable flowers, including roses, poppies, daisies, asters, and more.
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Kirkmeyer has campaigned on affordability and safety issues, Bottoms is pushing for a redo of the state's education system among other things and Marx wants to cut regulations and lower the cost of living.
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Terrell Carstens, a 25-year resident of Brookhaven, said she is frustrated the city made little effort to find places to cut costs instead of raising the rate.
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The early goal from Germany was a bit demoralizing for the South American team, but Nilson Angulo was able to shake it off with a beautiful shot in the ninth minute to equalize.
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Any worries about complacency were wiped away in the third minute when Auston Trusty fired home the opening goal and caused the stands at SoFi Stadium to shake (literally) with the noise and jumping fans.
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Soon, the players on the field joined in, sitting down and rowing as captain Martin Ødegaard banged a large drum.
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Against Senegal, the horn was blown by a Norway fan while the team’s captain, Martin Odegaard, banged the drum to coordinate the rowing motion.
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This 30-piece Bosch router bit set is a top choice for woodworkers, trim work, edge profiles, and cabinet projects.
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Weed the edges around the sidewalk regularly and trim shrubs and grass that hang over the sidewalk because their shade can promote mold and moss growth.
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“Bob.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bob. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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