belly flops 1 of 2

plural of belly flop

belly flops

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of belly flop

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for belly flops
Verb
  • Surrounded in this shampoo with linden bud extract (naturally rich in amino acids and peptides), the formula plumps up hair by forming a protective film to reduce water loss and improve hydration.
    Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 4 Apr. 2025
  • This serum is infused with Jeju green tea and hyaluronic acid, delivering a burst of moisture that plumps and revitalizes your skin.
    Maria Correa, Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Never rely solely on caller ID, email headers or video presence.
    Brian Greenberg, Forbes.com, 25 Aug. 2025
  • Dortmund, Young Boys and Crvena Zvezda were all on the receiving end of goals scored from such headers into the six-yard box.
    Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 16 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • As if that isn’t enough, Isa’s plunks a tamarind-coated straw and a gummy snack on top.
    Rachel Bernhard, jsonline.com, 24 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • These exercises are purpose-made to help users develop necessary skills while largely avoiding sliding, leading to fewer falls.
    Maria Williams, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
  • For those taking multiple FRIDs, the risks were even higher, with 22% more total falls and 33% more injurious falls.
    Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • From PB&Js and dips to smoothies and sauces, almost all of us have experienced the familiar flavor of peanut butter.
    Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 13 Sep. 2025
  • But Sheeran also dips into world beats, inspired by recording for a month in India.
    Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • According to Champo, apply three to four drops onto the fingertips and massage where needed.
    Kiana Murden, Vogue, 12 Sep. 2025
  • Still, big gains can be followed by sharp reversals—so how has FFIV behaved after prior drops?
    Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
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“Belly flops.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/belly%20flops. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.

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