as in message
a short description that praises something (such as a book) so that people will want to buy it
a blurb on a book jacket
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Recent Examples of blurb
Literary Hub, 20 Mar. 2026
The Ken Burns stamp of approval Documentarian Ken Burns, who is as steeped in American history as anyone, was one of the people who provided a blurb for the book jacket in praise of Crawford’s work.
—Melissa Melvin-Rodriguez, Charlotte Observer, 3 Mar. 2026
Constance Grady, Vox, 31 Mar. 2018
As someone who is trying to get your book read, is that ultimately a quote worthy of being blurbed on the back cover?
—Daniel D'addario, Time, 9 Jan. 2018
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Noun
Maybe the publisher changes the jacket design to emphasize themes that resonated with readers, or maybe there are new review blurbs that make the book design pop.
—Literary Hub, 20 Mar. 2026
The Ken Burns stamp of approval Documentarian Ken Burns, who is as steeped in American history as anyone, was one of the people who provided a blurb for the book jacket in praise of Crawford’s work.
—Melissa Melvin-Rodriguez, Charlotte Observer, 3 Mar. 2026
Verb
Nonetheless, Penn was allowed to publish this novel, and Salman Rushdie blurbed it.
—Constance Grady, Vox, 31 Mar. 2018
As someone who is trying to get your book read, is that ultimately a quote worthy of being blurbed on the back cover?
—Daniel D'addario, Time, 9 Jan. 2018
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for blurb
Noun
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In a message to residents, City Manager Dominic Lazzaretto confirmed Wang has resigned from the City Council, vacating her role as mayor, following the federal charges.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
12 May 2026
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His message was mostly aimed at critics on the right who say the administration is backing off.—
Michael Scherer,
The Atlantic,
11 May 2026
Verb
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Trump’s meetings with his Chinese counterpart, Xi Jinping, began at the Great Hall of the People moments after a welcome ceremony that seemed to impress the president, featuring a Chinese military honor guard and a greeting from excited schoolchildren.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
14 May 2026
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But Thompson’s future calling will feature a different kind of drilling — teeth, not volleyballs.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2026
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But rarely, if ever, is anyone given a diplomatic posting directly following such a spectacular failure, especially one that did so much damage to American interests around the world.—
Anne Applebaum,
The Atlantic,
12 May 2026
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Your 25-minute posting window, 25-minute commenting window, 10 daily DMs and weekly reflection add up to real growth.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2026
Verb
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Messages tacked to bulletin boards and written on dressing room blackboards conveyed the spirit of the team.—
Gene Myers,
Detroit Free Press,
7 June 2022
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Viewers are asked to respond to prompts based on works on view in the show by scribbling notes or making sketches on brightly colored pieces of paper, and pinning them to bulletin boards.—
Steven Litt,
cleveland,
7 Nov. 2021
Noun
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Conservation here and elsewhere in Fiji is not a brochure promise, but a daily struggle between nature and guest comfort.—
Christopher Elliott,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2026
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One advertiser might want to drive visits to a car showroom, while another might want to send out a brochure about travel to a new theme park or hotel.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
9 May 2026
Verb
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Cases are now reported across multiple countries after passengers disembarked in Africa and Europe, prompting health officials to trace contacts globally.—
Brittany Miller,
FOXNews.com,
9 May 2026
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Reliever Trevor Richards reported for duty for the Chicago White Sox on Friday, three days after he was acquired from the Philadelphia Phillies for cash considerations.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2026
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Even though the tussle on the pitch between Southampton and Middlesbrough has come to an end, the conflict off it is only just beginning.—
Dan Sheldon,
New York Times,
13 May 2026
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Left-hander Drew Slevcove of Cypress came close to matching Garcia pitch for pitch until giving up a fifth-inning home run to Jack Champlin.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2026
Verb
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Cook for 4-6mins on each side until puffed and cooked through.—
The Week UK,
TheWeek,
9 May 2026
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With a feminine square neckline, puffed sleeves, and a figure-flattering smocked bodice, this beautiful dress embodies fairy tale-like elegance.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
9 May 2026
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“Blurb.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blurb. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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