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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bat (around)
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The election outcome sets the stage for tough coalition talks over the coming weeks, with Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen's center-right Moderates, which won 14 seats, seen emerging as a kingmaker.—
Sam Meredith,
CNBC,
25 Mar. 2026 -
During a conversation with The Hollywood Reporter for the film’s 20th anniversary in 2024, screenwriter Josh Goldsmith — who penned the original with Cathy Yuspa — said that there had been talks over the years of bringing the property back to life.—
Ryan Gajewski,
HollywoodReporter,
24 Mar. 2026
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On Monday, Canales also discussed his excitement in getting to work with new backup QB Kenny Pickett.—
Mike Kaye
April 1,
Charlotte Observer,
1 Apr. 2026
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The two leaders discussed progress made during ongoing operations to eliminate Iran’s ability to attack other countries, Hawkins said in a statement.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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The judge also chewed over that argument as well.—
Peter Charalambous,
ABC News,
17 Feb. 2026
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There’s plenty to chew over, from sky-high valuations and capital expenditures to circular business models and mouth-watering salaries.—
Alexei Oreskovic,
Fortune,
26 Nov. 2025
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Mediators, including Pakistan, have confirmed that Iran is still deliberating over the proposal and has issued its own counter‑conditions.—
Brendan Cole,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Mar. 2026
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As the judges deliberate, audience members cast their votes before the winners are revealed and this year’s Social Innovator of the Year is crowned.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
27 Mar. 2026
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The name-changing process Burbank Unified set up committees to debate the topic, first to decide whether there should be a name change, and then what the new name should be.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Mar. 2026
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Instead of debating calls for hours, fans get a clear answer almost instantly.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
28 Mar. 2026
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“Bat (around).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bat%20%28around%29. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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