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as in comedian
a person (as a writer) noted for or specializing in humor
you're really a card, but save the jokes for after class
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Recent Examples of card
Michelle Baricevic, Travel + Leisure, 12 Apr. 2026
Immigrants who will remain eligible for SNAP are certain green-card holders, Cuban and Haitian entrants and those residing under the Compact of Free Association, among other categories of lawfully permanent residents.
—Laura Turbay, Chicago Tribune, 11 Apr. 2026
Janakiram Msv, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
The transition to card payment systems may not be easy for everyone.
—Addy Bink, The Hill, 10 Jan. 2026
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Noun
In addition to a slip pocket on the back and a zippered pouch pocket at the front, this bag features three card holders inside, plus an additional pocket designed to hold your phone upright.
—Michelle Baricevic, Travel + Leisure, 12 Apr. 2026
Immigrants who will remain eligible for SNAP are certain green-card holders, Cuban and Haitian entrants and those residing under the Compact of Free Association, among other categories of lawfully permanent residents.
—Laura Turbay, Chicago Tribune, 11 Apr. 2026
Verb
Google DeepMind extended Gemini into robotics with capabilities ranging from folding origami to card manipulation.
—Janakiram Msv, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
The transition to card payment systems may not be easy for everyone.
—Addy Bink, The Hill, 10 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for card
Noun
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This curry queso found its way to the menu after Wen, Ho and Samia created it for a Fourth of July hot dog special.—
Stephanie Breijo,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Apr. 2026
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The changing menu offers a creative, local spin on California coastal cuisine, complete with innovative cocktails and an impressive wine list.—
Acacia Gabriel,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Candidates including a political dynasty heiress and a comedian are proposing hard-line security measures including mega-prisons and death penalty reinstatement to address voter concerns.—
Regina Garcia Cano,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Apr. 2026
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By contrast, Lillian’s counterpart and best friend is cast member and former standup comedian Gina Ross, a sarcastic, iconoclastic, in-your-face performer.—
Lee Kelly,
PEOPLE,
12 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Because the goal of the conspiracy was to file lawsuits, Garrison could not be named as the driver in too many accidents—that could expose the whole scheme.—
Patrick Radden Keefe,
New Yorker,
13 Apr. 2026
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According to Ahlquist, the developers’ next step is to meet with the city ahead of filing an application.—
Rose Evans,
Idaho Statesman,
12 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Note that the straw will be challenging to rake away later.—
David Beaulieu,
The Spruce,
3 Apr. 2026
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Drake continued to rake and Chris continued to set sail as the Braves eased past the visiting Athletics 5-1 on Wednesday at Truist Park.—
Chad Bishop,
AJC.com,
1 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Merritt was charged with disorderly conduct and booked into the Broward County Jail.—
Kathleen Perricone,
Entertainment Weekly,
13 Apr. 2026
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Tom and Hussein were then arrested and booked into jail for negligent discharge, police said.—
Brandon Downs,
CBS News,
13 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The team has specifically and methodically combed through Moore’s previous statements point by point to expose any potential lie or exaggeration.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
6 Apr. 2026
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Investigators would spend weeks building their case, combing through nearly 7,000 texts exchanged over the three months before Harold died.—
Peter Van Sant,
CBS News,
5 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The limit is indexed for inflation after 2027.—
Jessica Dickler,Kate Dore, CFP®, EA,
CNBC,
6 Apr. 2026
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Economists generally have calculated that whatever economic growth could be ascribed to the change would be washed out by the revenue loss from inflation-indexing only new purchases, and utterly swamped by the cost of indexing all holdings, past and future.—
Business Columnist,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The recent discoveries extend beyond cataloging.—
Samantha Mathewson,
Space.com,
5 Apr. 2026
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Maintenance records, inspection reports, bids, repair contracts, engineering communications, and resident complaints should be catalogued.—
Keegan A. Berry,
The Orlando Sentinel,
3 Apr. 2026
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“Card.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/card. Accessed 14 Apr. 2026.
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