bent (on or upon)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bent (on or upon)
Adjective
  • But that doesn't diminish the emotional payoff of watching its determined hero tackle (no pun intended) one obstacle after another.
    Sophie van Bastelaer, EW.com, 7 July 2025
  • The winner of the Kansas City Regional will advance to the TBT quarterfinals on July 28 at a yet to be determined location.
    Gary Bedore July 7, Kansas City Star, 7 July 2025
Adjective
  • In word and deed since, Leo has seemed intent on almost disappearing into the role.
    Nicole Winfield, Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2025
  • Since that fateful day in November 2022 our university has become stronger, more intent on its purpose and more supportive of each other.
    Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 4 July 2025
Adjective
  • While many Iranians have left Tehran amid ongoing turmoil, those who remain are resolute in their commitment to stay and support one another.
    Amir Daftari, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 June 2025
  • The older priest is resolute, determined to once more do battle with the Devil.
    Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 5 June 2025
Adjective
  • February 2025 Queen of Swords: February’s energy is pushing you to set clear boundaries and make decisive moves, especially in your financial or professional life this month.
    Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 July 2025
  • The decisive sequence started off with Martínez bearing down on Freese, his teammate at New York City FC, throwing him off with a wink before placing a cool kick as Freese dove the wrong way.
    Jeff Rueter, New York Times, 30 June 2025
Adjective
  • Among Republicans, the gap is a 19% positive to a 43% negative.
    Philip Elliott, Time, 9 July 2025
  • The influx of capital is a net positive, fueling innovation and scaling operations.
    Ken Silverstein, Forbes.com, 9 July 2025
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“Bent (on or upon).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bent%20%28on%20or%20upon%29. Accessed 12 Jul. 2025.

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