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as in bed
a place set aside for sleeping
I went back to my pad to get some rest
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as in roof
the place where one lives
welcome to my pad
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as in to exaggerate
to add to the interest of by including made-up details
the journalist was fired for padding certain stories to make them more interesting
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as in to walk
to go on foot
a cat padded silently by
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Recent Examples of pad
Scott Gilbertson, Wired News, 25 May 2025
Thoughtful design details include the footrest under the desk, large space for legroom, non-slip foot pads, and ample storage shelves.
—Izzy Baskette, People.com, 25 May 2025
Jeff Sovern, Baltimore Sun, 24 May 2025
However, older House Democrats are using Craig’s situation as padding for their seniority argument.
—Rachel Schilke, The Washington Examiner, 11 May 2025
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Noun
The extra 4 ounces for the Sea to Summit pad gets you quite a bit more cushion too—this is a 4-inch thick pad, compared to the 3 inches of the Therm-a-rest X-Lite, which makes this a better ultralight option for side sleepers.
—Scott Gilbertson, Wired News, 25 May 2025
Thoughtful design details include the footrest under the desk, large space for legroom, non-slip foot pads, and ample storage shelves.
—Izzy Baskette, People.com, 25 May 2025
Verb
Tariff disclosure laws would also reduce disputes over whether retailers have taken advantage of tariffs to pad their bottom lines.
—Jeff Sovern, Baltimore Sun, 24 May 2025
However, older House Democrats are using Craig’s situation as padding for their seniority argument.
—Rachel Schilke, The Washington Examiner, 11 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pad
Noun
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Horrific notebooks Not all victims were initially aware they had been abused.—
Nicolas Vaux-Montagny,
Los Angeles Times,
28 May 2025
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Soldiers had posted red-and-white warning signs roughly the size of a sheet of notebook paper, in English and Spanish, affixed to metal posts in the sand about 30 yards north of the border fence.—
Lauren Villagran,
USA Today,
26 May 2025
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Place the tallest plants at the back of the bed, with the shortest in front.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
30 May 2025
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Her Instagram post included two snaps: a film still of the pair in bed in 2004's The Woodsman, and a second slide featuring a Polaroid of the two actors on the set of Lemon Sky in 1987.—
Jen Juneau,
People.com,
29 May 2025
Noun
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This inflated sense of self serves as a defense mechanism: a buffer against any and all feelings of shame, powerlessness or worthlessness.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
8 June 2025
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In Donald Trump’s first administration, he was surrounded by buffers and filters—but in his second, he’s surrounded by amplifiers.—
The Editors,
The Atlantic,
7 June 2025
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On a windy Saturday afternoon in Paris, the roof over Court Philippe-Chatrier was open ahead of the ladies’ singles final at the 2025 French Open.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
7 June 2025
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The jars are placed near house walls to collect run-off from the roof.—
Lungelo Ndhlovu,
Christian Science Monitor,
6 June 2025
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Similarly, a clay tablet from 1800 B.C.E. inscribed with Babylonian numbers describes a number system built on prime numbers.—
Jeremiah Bartz,
The Conversation,
30 May 2025
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What to pack: Amazon Fire HD 10 Tablet This versatile Amazon Fire tablet has a 13-hour battery life, a vibrant 10-inch screen, and access to all your streaming apps—from Netflix to Prime Video.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
30 May 2025
Noun
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There’s something a little bit magical happening with weatherproof sofas and couches right now.—
Erika Owen,
Vogue,
7 June 2025
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On Friday, June 6, the Working Girl actress, 67, shared a snap on Instagram of herself sitting on the couch in her 28-year-old daughter Stella's fiancé's new studio in Los Angeles.—
Kayla Grant,
People.com,
6 June 2025
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Following her death, CDC officials confirmed in the report that Naegleria fowleri was found in the woman’s cerebrospinal fluid, which the Cleveland Clinic says is a clear and colorless fluid that surrounds the brain and spinal cord and acts as a protective cushion and provides nutrients.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
5 June 2025
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Additional features with the DT 990 PRO X include soft velour ear cushions and an ergonomically padded headband to alleviate pressure on top of the listener’s head.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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The couple first purchased the property in 2021 after selling their previous residence, according to Realtor.com.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
3 June 2025
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In addition, residences will have access to the hotel’s pool, spa and restaurants.—
Emma Kershaw,
Forbes.com,
3 June 2025
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“Pad.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pad. Accessed 12 Jun. 2025.
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