bearings

noun

plural of bearing
as in behaviors
the way or manner in which one conducts oneself always retained his military bearing, even after he entered politics

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of bearings The device had the explosive force of one kilogram of TNT and was packed with metal ball bearings intended to increase casualties, according to the newspaper. — Alessandra Freitas, CNN Money, 1 Aug. 2026 Aerospace needed more capacity in forgings, castings, transparencies, bearings, fasteners and other specialized products. — Alex Krutz, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026 The pivot runs on ball bearings assembled to a spec that allows no vertical or horizontal blade play. — New Atlas, 23 July 2026 Argentina seemed to be getting its bearings in the first half of the game. — Jasmine Garsd, NPR, 20 July 2026 What makes the Drama races different is that Apple TV series have struggled much more to find its bearings here. — Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 15 July 2026 When sprinklers get silly In 2024, New York University applied mathematician Leif Ristroph and several colleagues built their own custom sprinkler that incorporated ultra-low-friction rotary bearings so their device could spin freely. — Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 13 July 2026 In addition to the superstructure being rehabilitated, the bridge bearings will be rehabilitated and replaced. — Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 6 July 2026 Many basic jump ropes are $10-$15, while those with extra features like ergonomic handles or ball bearings cost closer to $30. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 2 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bearings
  1. behaviors
  2. actions
  3. demeanors
  4. manners
Noun
  • Matter brought data from their own research and development process to this study, including the behaviors, characteristics, and concentrations of microfibers.
    — Cleo Levin, Footwear News, 3 Aug. 2026
  • From there, new behaviors shape identity, thus offering the micro-evidence needed to override outdated patterns, and ultimately elevate the quality of leadership.
    — Julian Hayes II, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of behaviors
Noun
  • Small businesses may also be able to reduce their taxes through actions like providing employee benefits or starting retirement plans.
    — Faith Wakefield, USA Today, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Hugging Face, for its part, published a forensic timeline, describing how the autonomous AI system spent four and a half days executing 17,600 distinct hacking actions across multiple organizations — without direct involvement by any humans.
    — Clarence Page, Chicago Tribune, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of actions
Noun
  • Misdemeanors carry up to a $1,000 fine and 90 days in jail if found guilty and gross demeanors carry up to a $5,000 fine and a year in jail.
    — Brie Stimson, FOXNews.com, 26 July 2026
  • Ashley and Austin's demeanors change while walking to the car after the fundraiser.
    — Skyler Trepel, PEOPLE, 16 Apr. 2026
Definition of demeanors
Noun
  • According to Martin Limpert, Managing Director of Range Rover, the new model has been conceived to redefine expectations of the grand touring segment by combining engaging road manners with capabilities that traditional GT cars simply cannot offer.
    — Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
  • Abroad, it will be interpreted as representing the manners of all Americans, so your embarrassment is understandable.
    — Judith Martin, Mercury News, 15 July 2026
Definition of manners

Browse Nearby Words

bearing out
bearings
bearing up
See all Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Bearings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bearings. Accessed 6 Aug. 2026.

Copy Citation

More from Merriam-Webster on bearings

Nglish: Translation of bearings for Spanish Speakers

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

More from Merriam-Webster

Word of the Day

Listen to the pronunciation of torpor

See Definitions and Examples »

Popular in Grammar & Usage

See More

7 Pairs of Commonly Confused Words

Merriam-Webster’s Great Big List of Words You Love to Hate

Is it 'nerve-racking' or 'nerve-wracking'?

'Sneaked' or 'Snuck': Which is correct?

Why does English have so many silent letters?
See More

Popular in Wordplay

See More

The Longest Long Words List

It's a Scorcher! Words for the Summer Heat

14 Phobias You Probably Haven't Heard Of

The Words of the Week - Aug. 7

How long is a jiffy?
See More

Popular

See More

7 Pairs of Commonly Confused Words

The Longest Long Words List

It's a Scorcher! Words for the Summer Heat
See More

Games & Quizzes

See All
Play Quordle: Guess all four words in a limited number of tries. Each of your guesses must be a real 5-letter word.
Quordle Can you solve 4 words at once?
Play Blossom: Solve today's spelling word game by finding as many words as you can using just 7 letters. Longer words score more points.
Blossom Pick the best words!
Play Missing Letter: a crossword with a twist. Each of the 25 puzzle words start with a different letter of the alphabet. Which letter is missing?
The Missing Letter A daily crossword with a twist
asap street sign
Figure Out These Acronyms ASAP You don't have to be a NASA engineer to get these...
See All