Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for belly flops
Verb
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It not only moisturizes, but also lifts, firms, and plumps the skin simultaneously.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
29 Oct. 2025 -
Rice protein strengthens and plumps fine or flat strands, while caudatus seed extract delivers shine.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
7 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Ibrahima Konate and Virgil van Dijk have missed routine unchallenged headers in the box, and Dominik Szoboszlai saw a shot blocked on the line by Chelsea’s Benoit Badiashile.—
Anantaajith Raghuraman,
New York Times,
23 Oct. 2025
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The coverage will include Wednesday night double-headers, a dedicated pregame show and a postgame studio show.—
Jessica Golden,
CNBC,
30 Sep. 2025
Verb
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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
Verb
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Some azaleas are winter hardy to USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 6, where the coldest winter night dips to -10 degrees.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
30 Oct. 2025
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Guests can dine at the on-site Beacon Restaurant, stroll the nearby boardwalk, or unwind by the fire pits as the sun seemingly dips into the glistening lake.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Clear steps, porches and walkways to prevent falls.—
Katia Hetter,
CNN Money,
24 Oct. 2025
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In 43% of cases, injury was caused by a direct hit by the ball, followed by falls while playing (28%), and being hit by the paddle (12%).—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
24 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Laura escapes her grasp and submerges Cherry, which Daniel witnesses.—
Erin Jensen,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Evidence pointing directly to Avery’s involvement included drops of his blood that were found in Halbach's Toyota RAV4 and her keys, which were found in his bedroom along with his DNA, per the Post-Crescent.—
Nicole Briese,
PEOPLE,
31 Oct. 2025
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As the temperature drops, wear this dress under your favorite jacket to stay warm—without feeling bulky underneath.—
Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
30 Oct. 2025
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“Belly flops.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/belly%20flops. Accessed 5 Nov. 2025.
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