as in to shave
to make (something) shorter or smaller with the use of a cutting instrument
bobbed her waist-length hair herself on her 18th birthday
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as in to hit
to deliver a blow to (someone or something) usually in a strong vigorous manner
he playfully bobbed his brother on the nose to get his attention
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as in bouquet
a bunch of flowers
the lassie carried only a little bob on her wedding day
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Recent Examples of bob
AFAR Media, 21 Mar. 2025
Billy is often seen bobbing, pacing and swaying — all signs of brain damage caused by years of captivity, the organization said.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2025
Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 May 2025
The Sinners actor has grown out her bob into a now clavicle-grazing cut.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 23 Apr. 2025
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Verb
The small bay features tranquil turquoise waters and bobbing luzzu (Malta’s brightly colored traditional fishing boats), as well as rocky shallows perfect for snorkelers keen to spot crustaceans and schools of sun-loving fish.
—AFAR Media, 21 Mar. 2025
Billy is often seen bobbing, pacing and swaying — all signs of brain damage caused by years of captivity, the organization said.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2025
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Her shiny chocolate bob was styled into a half-up, half-down updo.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 May 2025
The Sinners actor has grown out her bob into a now clavicle-grazing cut.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 23 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bob
bouquet
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And at the end of the night, everyone will go home with a stunning bouquet, no artistic talent required!—
Andrea Beck,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 May 2025
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At Edible Arrangements, Fahy peeled off her disposable gloves and stood back to admire her bouquet.—
Alexis Soloski,
New York Times,
16 May 2025
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“Bob.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bob. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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