dun 1 of 3

as in demand
something that someone insists upon having it's probably not a good idea to ignore a creditor's dun for repayment

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dun

2 of 3

adjective

dun

3 of 3

verb

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dun
Noun
  • By inserting an extra biochemical cycle into a model plant, the researchers boosted growth, seed yield, and fat production without increasing water demand.
    Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 13 Sep. 2025
  • All share the same problem of fluctuating demand and expensive capacity.
    Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 13 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • According to Bennice, all of this flexibility helps the cephalopods to thrive in a wide range of habitats, from sandy shores to rocky reefs.
    Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 11 Sep. 2025
  • Searching for a spectacular sandy beach?
    Hannah Poukish, Sacbee.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Wildfire worries With the worsening drought comes worries over wildfires.
    Doyle Rice, USA Today, 14 Sep. 2025
  • The airline's fall from grace should worry anyone with loyalty to the brand.
    Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Then, in January 2025, the government introduced a Social Media Bill that placed further requirements on social media platforms.
    Nir Kshetri, The Conversation, 14 Sep. 2025
  • Over the years, the government's reporting requirements have changed, which makes historical comparisons a little tricky.
    Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • Flavors featured mini-chocolate-chip stracciatella, Sacher Torte, and a wide selection of sorbets.
    Debbi Kickham, Forbes.com, 24 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • Most Creative: The Wagyu bacon cheeseburger deviled eggs slider has Cajun seasoned Wagyu patty, melted aged cheddar and applewood bacon.
    Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Aug. 2025
  • True to its name, the restaurant’s menu includes all things avocado, from avocado pumpkin spice cheesecake and avocado deviled eggs to avocado samosas and guacamole.
    Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 28 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • La Luz del Mundo did not respond to a request for comment.
    Luc Cohen, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
  • The request was met with boos from some Democrats who pointed out that a Colorado school shooting on the same day had not received the same ceremony.
    Chad de Guzman, Time, 11 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • Five of them will be white balls with numbers from 1 to 70.
    Fernando Cervantes Jr, USA Today, 13 Sep. 2025
  • Applying coconut or walnut oil can go a long way towards disguising white scratches.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 12 Sep. 2025
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“Dun.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dun. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.

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