bedaubs

present tense third-person singular of bedaub

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bedaubs
Verb
  • Defining Gel coats the hair in flexible, humidity-resistant polymers to form structured spirals with zero frizz.
    Sophia Panych, Allure, 16 Sep. 2025
  • This finicky, formal style coats every page of the novel with an impressively even surface that doesn’t serve any deeper spiritual purpose.
    Hannah Gold, New Yorker, 29 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • While moderate by Western standards, such sentiments remain anathema to Thailand’s ruling elite, and judging by the fate of the progressive movement’s previous leadership, Natthaphong knows any intention to reform this paramount institution paints an enormous target on his back.
    Charlie Campbell, Time, 15 Sep. 2025
  • Fiscal policy paints a similar picture.
    Bob Haber, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
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“Bedaubs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bedaubs. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.

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