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as in minute
a very small space of time
I turned to look away, and in a wink he was gone
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as in to gleam
to shoot forth bursts of light
fireflies winking in the darkness beyond our campfire
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as in to ignore
to secretly sympathize with or pretend ignorance of something improper or unlawful
the whole sporting world seems to wink as untold sums are bet on the outcome of the Super Bowl
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Recent Examples of wink
David John Chávez, Mercury News, 27 Mar. 2025
Watch the wink to Jobs at the 27:45 mark:
Now, Scaringe and Rivian have announced another unexpected thing: a micromobility development company called Also, Inc.
—William Roberson, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Walden Green, Pitchfork, 2 Mar. 2025
But, as Oscar winks in the wings, that's paid off pretty well so far.
—Marco Della Cava, USA TODAY, 14 Feb. 2025
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Noun
The slightest of nods, the lightest of winks, and an awful lot of listening are components that make up a Christie mystery.
—David John Chávez, Mercury News, 27 Mar. 2025
Watch the wink to Jobs at the 27:45 mark:
Now, Scaringe and Rivian have announced another unexpected thing: a micromobility development company called Also, Inc.
—William Roberson, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Verb
Carpenter threw out some impressive vocal runs and began to suggestively flirt with one of the guards, who winked as the camera panned away.
—Walden Green, Pitchfork, 2 Mar. 2025
But, as Oscar winks in the wings, that's paid off pretty well so far.
—Marco Della Cava, USA TODAY, 14 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wink
Noun
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While conversation sets and dining tables are great for hosting friends and family, a comfortable rocking chair can be your own personal oasis for morning coffee, afternoon reading, and maybe even a midday nap.—
Rachel Trujillo,
People.com,
1 May 2025
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If the Mom in your life is craving a nap or some solo time, encourage it!—
Laura Broadwell,
Parents,
1 May 2025
Noun
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Significant improvements are still needed, however, as someone in the country is dying of stroke about every three minutes.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
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We’re joined at the last minute by a young Norwegian woman and her elderly father.—
Jessi Jezewska Stevens,
The Dial,
24 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Then Uni blinked and moved Wicked on top of Paramount’s Gladiator II on the Friday before Turkey Day.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
28 Apr. 2025
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Washington and Beijing are now staring at each other waiting for the other to blink.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Apr. 2025
Verb
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While twinkling string lights and outdoor area rugs can make a space inviting, the right patio furniture can make all the difference.—
Toni Sutton,
People.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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Fiesta Flambeau Parade: May 3 This nighttime parade through downtown San Antonio is lively and upbeat, with bright, twinkling lights adorning the floats.—
Jill Robbins,
Southern Living,
16 Apr. 2025
Verb
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On his coffee table sits a gleaming metallic hood ornament, a winged pointed figure that looks like a mock spaceship that Gurr hoped would grace a new Lincoln.—
Todd Martens,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Apr. 2025
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Dark and shapely sterling links are offset by irregularly tumbled; pale blue aquamarines that gleam like morning skies reflected in water.—
Kyle Roderick,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Yet in a nation where 42 percent of adults live with obesity—a rate that has nearly doubled since the 1980s—the arrival of a drug that actually works was hard to ignore.—
Jesus Mesa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Apr. 2025
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For employers across all sectors, the consequences of ignoring employee financial wellness are significant.—
Kevin Cohee,
Forbes.com,
30 Apr. 2025
Noun
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America’s economic heartbeat is slowing - quietly, but measurably.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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Vicky Barnes was the heartbeat of the diner who knew just about every customer who walked through the door.—
Rachel Royster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Lanes split, signs flash, exits appear too soon or too late.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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However, Walker has flashed great athleticism in space with incredible range and physicality.—
Josh Kendall,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2025
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“Wink.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wink. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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