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as in inch
a very small distance or degree
for most of the race he trailed the leader by only a neck
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Recent Examples of neck
New Atlas, 11 July 2024
But giraffes present a particularly strong rebuttal to that practice, because males don’t just sometimes neck with other males.
—Popular Science Team, Popular Science, 19 June 2024
Angel Saunders, People.com, 24 June 2025
The latex pillow comes recommended by chiropractors and orthopedists for its head and neck support, which came in handy for Gore and her longtime back issues.
—Megan Wahn, Architectural Digest, 24 June 2025
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Noun
Joby Aviation Now Joby leverages hydrogen toward necking out ahead of the competition ... for the moment.
—New Atlas, 11 July 2024
But giraffes present a particularly strong rebuttal to that practice, because males don’t just sometimes neck with other males.
—Popular Science Team, Popular Science, 19 June 2024
Verb
At a glance, the only difference between him and Jelly Roll was that the singer wore platinum chains around his neck and has tattoos on his arms.
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 24 June 2025
The latex pillow comes recommended by chiropractors and orthopedists for its head and neck support, which came in handy for Gore and her longtime back issues.
—Megan Wahn, Architectural Digest, 24 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for neck
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This year’s lineup showcases an exceptional slate of films representing both the Hudson region and international perspectives, reflecting the festival’s belief in the unifying power of cinema.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
25 June 2025
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Birmingham, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, Sacramento and San Francisco are several larger cities within AT&T’s coverage regions.—
Kara McGinley,
USA Today,
25 June 2025
Noun
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Even a coordinated drawdown of strategic storage could not keep two-thirds of Gulf exports moving if the strait closed for a week.—
Guney Yildiz,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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The oil flow through the strait accounts for about 20% of global petroleum liquids consumption, writes the U.S. Energy Information Administration.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
20 June 2025
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Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1 inch are possible in the warned area.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
25 June 2025
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Even 6 inches of moving water can pose a serious risk of knocking you off your feet.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
25 June 2025
Verb
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Another bot, the Raccoon, has already begun nosing across the floor in reactor building 2, trailing long hoses behind it to supply water and suction.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
28 Feb. 2014
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Jumping from sand or loose dirt requires careful handling, as bikes tend to nose up on that kind of surface.—
David Axe,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
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The bill eliminates hundreds of billions of dollars in Green New Deal tax credits, repeals former President Joe Biden administration’s electric vehicle mandates, and opens federal lands and waters to oil, gas, coal, geothermal and mineral leasing, according to the EPA’s Tuesday post.—
Maya Wilkins,
Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2025
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First discovered: 4:32 p.m. June 20 Initial location: Fresno County, Calif. Fire type: Wildfire Fire name: Fresno Slough Mendota A new wildfire was reported today at 4:32 p.m. in Fresno County, California. Fresno Slough Mendota Fire has been burning on private land.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
21 June 2025
Noun
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The American Culture Quiz is a weekly test of our unique national traits, trends, history and people, including current events and the sights and sounds of the United States.—
Khloe Quill , Reem Amro,
FOXNews.com,
22 June 2025
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There are at least a dozen tables in the gymnasium, and walking in to the sound of all those clattering tiles is like being inside a machine of obscure but pleasing purpose.—
Han Ong,
New Yorker,
22 June 2025
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While the team enjoys the moment, the entrepreneurs may be planning five steps ahead.—
Phil Portman,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
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After the league added a team in San Francisco this season, with expansion teams planned for Portland and Toronto, some see Baltimore as a natural next step.—
Timothy Dashiell,
Baltimore Sun,
23 June 2025
Verb
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These fan-favorite Tommy Bahama sheets are so soft, comfortable, and cozy that, according to one five-star Amazon reviewer, nuzzling in them feels like sleeping over at grandma’s.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 June 2025
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Alice's story was shared to Barking Mad Dog Rescue's Facebook page, along with a video showing the sweet pup nuzzling up to her rescuer, now safe from all harm.—
Rachael O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 May 2025
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“Neck.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/neck. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.
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