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Recent Examples of paw
Footage from Athena's return home shows the 4-year-old dog hopping up repeatedly to paw the door and doorbell.
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Kelli Bender, People.com, 27 Dec. 2024
But the bird won't give up on him and starts getting even closer, prompting the pup to start barking and pawing him before eventually running away in fear.
—Jason D. Greenblatt, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Apr. 2025
King was rubbing against the glass enclosure, pawing to be let out.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 3 Feb. 2025
The 10th weekend added $4.4M from 52 markets with the big cat pawing at $700M global through tomorrow.
—Nancy Tartaglione, Deadline, 23 Feb. 2025
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Kelli Bender, People.com, 27 Dec. 2024
But the bird won't give up on him and starts getting even closer, prompting the pup to start barking and pawing him before eventually running away in fear.
—Jason D. Greenblatt, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Apr. 2025
King was rubbing against the glass enclosure, pawing to be let out.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 3 Feb. 2025
The 10th weekend added $4.4M from 52 markets with the big cat pawing at $700M global through tomorrow.
—Nancy Tartaglione, Deadline, 23 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for paw
Verb
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Garfield’s career quickly took a downturn when his name appeared in Red Channels, a pamphlet fingering Communists and their sympathizers in the entertainment industry.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
23 Apr. 2025
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Helena, as the beautiful if bored wife’s name is styled, fingers languorously a slim gold necklace, often while lolling on a swing.—
Jesse Green,
New York Times,
19 Mar. 2025
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He was faced with a 3-foot, 1-inch putt for par and missed it when the ball lipped out and went two feet to the right.—
William Lambers,
Newsweek,
7 Mar. 2025
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Schauffele’s putt from 6 feet, 5 inches lipped out.—
Hugh Kellenberger,
The Athletic,
25 Mar. 2025
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Better yet—especially for those with a delicate face of glam—there’s no need to rub the touchless formula in once it’s applied.—
Jenny Berg,
Vogue,
23 May 2025
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Each evening at 6 p.m. sharp, the exclusive cadre that are the guests of Capella gather to rub elbows and swap stories.—
Christopher Cameron,
Robb Report,
22 May 2025
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Other sweet shots include Harley kissing her fiancé in his arms, and two celebratory engagement cakes.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
People.com,
24 Mar. 2025
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In the video, baby Sofia can be seen giggling in her bouncer as Ree sings, plays and tickles her, as well as kissing the happy infant, who looks cute in a floral sleeper.—
Becca Longmire,
People.com,
24 Mar. 2025
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The extra weight is believed to help calm the nervous system, mimicking the feeling of being hugged and promoting a sense of security and relaxation.—
Nora Colomer
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FOXNews.com,
21 May 2025
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After the Mass, while meeting with dignitaries and world faith leaders, the pope broke protocol to hug his brother.—
Angie Leventis Lourgos,
Chicago Tribune,
21 May 2025
Verb
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Elliott has always had a penchant for nosing talent at the start (see: Tweet, Nicole Wray, Lil’ Mo).—
Steven J. Horowitz,
Vulture,
11 Apr. 2025
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Camarena’s attention to detail results in a lively spirit that noses soulfully with white pepper and fresh citrus zest.—
Brad Japhe,
Forbes.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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Interacting with a pet, such as stroking them, can ease the mind and boost the sense of tranquility.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 May 2025
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His purpose is solely to stroke his outsized, narcissistic ego to compete with other authoritarian countries such as Russia and North Korea.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
12 May 2025
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The monologue touches Ellie, who caresses her girlfriend’s face.—
Kimberly Roots,
TVLine,
11 May 2025
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Song, not one to be ruled by trends, has found a way to tap into bouclé’s truest original intention: that of softly caressing, thanks to those looped fibers, whoever decides to perch on it.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
31 Mar. 2025
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“Paw.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/paw. Accessed 29 May. 2025.
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