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as in dime
a very small sum of money
their credit card debt isn't hay—it'll take years to pay it off
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2
as in bed
slang
a place set aside for sleeping
dragging myself out of the hay on such a cold, dreary morning seemed like an act of sheer masochism
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Recent Examples of hay
From Usa Today Network and Wire Reports, USA TODAY, 23 July 2021
North Dakota ranchers all summer have been seeking federal government permission to also hay that land.
—From Usa Today Network and Wire Reports, USA TODAY, 26 July 2021
David Weiss, Forbes.com, 18 July 2025
In our zip code, novelists like Ottessa Moshfegh, George Saunders, and Junot Díaz are all making hay on the site.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 10 July 2025
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Noun
North Dakota ranchers usually aren’t allowed to hay that land until after Aug. 1, when nesting season ends, to protect wildlife populations.
—From Usa Today Network and Wire Reports, USA TODAY, 23 July 2021
North Dakota ranchers all summer have been seeking federal government permission to also hay that land.
—From Usa Today Network and Wire Reports, USA TODAY, 26 July 2021
Verb
The 14 Grade 1 championship races will offer over $31 million in purses and awards--which buys a lot of tariff-laden oats and hay for the equine competitors.
—David Weiss, Forbes.com, 18 July 2025
In our zip code, novelists like Ottessa Moshfegh, George Saunders, and Junot Díaz are all making hay on the site.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 10 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hay
Noun
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Later, on a deep post, Rudolph threw a perfect dime between two defensive backs to Smith.—
Mike DeFabo,
New York Times,
2 Aug. 2025
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Lawmakers in New York tried to prevent Berkowitz and other convicts from profiting off of their crimes, leading them to pass the Son of Sam law in 1977 before the .44 Caliber Killer had a chance to collect a dime from his crimes.—
Jessica Sager,
People.com,
2 Aug. 2025
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Multiple segments throughout the show depicted a cartoon version of the president getting in bed with Satan, who was shown as Trump’s lover, in a callback to early seasons, where Satan and former Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein were depicted as romantic partners.—
Siladitya Ray,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Tossing and turning all night on an uncomfortable bed isn’t exactly the perfect recipe for a good night’s sleep, but splurging on a new mattress isn’t the only solution.—
Maggie Horton,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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In Savannah, Georgia, landscaper Darius Cowherd took a break Tuesday in the cab of his work truck after spending the morning mowing grass, trimming bushes and blowing leaves in Forsyth Park in the coastal city’s downtown historic district.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
30 July 2025
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For instance, even small jobs like mowing a lawn, walking a dog, washing a car, or pulling weeds can teach children the basics of earning side money.—
Kris Ann Valdez,
Parents,
10 July 2025
Noun
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Choose from the comfort of a one-bedroom, the spaciousness of a two-bedroom, the luxury of a suite, or the fun of a bunk room, each with the option of a neighborhood view, an ocean view, or a partial ocean view.—
Ronny Maye,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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Room styles range from cozy micro-studios to charming bunk rooms for group getaways, with something for all travelers.—
Zoe Baillargeon,
Travel + Leisure,
20 July 2025
Verb
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That morning, after taking his daughter to 6 a.m. swim practice, Sturla had foraged porcini in a Christchurch park.—
Jeff Chu,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Aug. 2025
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Photos show the family foraging together in marshy areas and strolling through grassy areas.—
Laura Schulte,
jsonline.com,
31 July 2025
Verb
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What Causes Smelly Feet? According to WebMD, the main cause of smelly feet is trapped sweat.—
Meghan Overdeep,
Southern Living,
7 Aug. 2025
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Two adults were pronounced dead at the scene, and one young female passenger was trapped inside the vehicle, authorities said.—
Sam Gillette,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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But after Russia’s defeat at the hands of the British in the costly 1854-56 Crimean War, Tsar Nicholas II decided to cut his losses and relinquish the difficult-to-defend Alaska.—
Dan Morrison,
USA Today,
14 Aug. 2025
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An ability to get the products overland from Guyana’s capital, Georgetown, will cut weeks and substantial costs out of that supply chain.—
David Blackmon,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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But as gleaned through so many West Indian players being in hot demand on the T20 franchise circuit, there remains an abundance of talent.—
Tristan Lavalette,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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Online soothsayers like Jon Prosser and Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman have long predicted the content of upcoming Apple announcements, citing anonymous sources from within the company to glean glimpses of what’s next.—
Boone Ashworth,
Wired News,
18 July 2025
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“Hay.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hay. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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