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as in buzzed
to be copiously supplied
a recent college grad thrilled to be starting a new life in a city bristling with possibilities
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as in stormed
to express one's anger usually violently
the man bristled at the accusation, and threatened to file a lawsuit
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Recent Examples of bristled
The Chinese government bristled at former President Biden’s efforts to strengthen relations with Europe, Australia, India, Canada and others to confront China.
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Ted Anthony, Los Angeles Times, 14 Jan. 2026
Yellen bristled at the notion that Powell might have lied.
—Jeff Cox, CNBC, 12 Jan. 2026
The official bristled at the criticism of the disclosure, arguing that media coverage had overplayed its significance.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 9 Jan. 2026
Dip a rag or bristled brush in a detergent solution and use it to lift dirt, grime, pollen, mold, and mildew from outdoor chairs, tables, and umbrellas.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Dec. 2025
Bondi bristled at an October hearing when Blumenthal probed a connection between Ballard’s clients and the Justice Department’s actions.
—Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 17 Dec. 2025
Once soaked, use a soft sponge or a non-wired brush (soft-bristled is best) to gently scrub the filters.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 16 Dec. 2025
The governor, 52, bristled at questions about Harris' memoir, 107 Days, which recounts her brief campaign for the White House in 2024 after former President Joe Biden dropped out of the race.
—Greta Bjornson, PEOPLE, 4 Dec. 2025
Republican politicians in Florida praised offshore drilling, but bristled at any mention of bringing it to their neck of the Gulf.
—Kylie Williams, Miami Herald, 29 Nov. 2025
Ted Anthony, Los Angeles Times, 14 Jan. 2026
Yellen bristled at the notion that Powell might have lied.
—Jeff Cox, CNBC, 12 Jan. 2026
The official bristled at the criticism of the disclosure, arguing that media coverage had overplayed its significance.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 9 Jan. 2026
Dip a rag or bristled brush in a detergent solution and use it to lift dirt, grime, pollen, mold, and mildew from outdoor chairs, tables, and umbrellas.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Dec. 2025
Bondi bristled at an October hearing when Blumenthal probed a connection between Ballard’s clients and the Justice Department’s actions.
—Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 17 Dec. 2025
Once soaked, use a soft sponge or a non-wired brush (soft-bristled is best) to gently scrub the filters.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 16 Dec. 2025
The governor, 52, bristled at questions about Harris' memoir, 107 Days, which recounts her brief campaign for the White House in 2024 after former President Joe Biden dropped out of the race.
—Greta Bjornson, PEOPLE, 4 Dec. 2025
Republican politicians in Florida praised offshore drilling, but bristled at any mention of bringing it to their neck of the Gulf.
—Kylie Williams, Miami Herald, 29 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bristled
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Not only do the four statues bode well for the film’s future, but the room buzzed with good will for Anderson, who didn’t try to hide his glee.—
Alli Rosenbloom,
CNN Money,
11 Jan. 2026
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Visitors must be buzzed in by staff in order to enter past the front office.—
Jemma Stephenson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Jan. 2026
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The Stars have now lost six straight games (0-3-3) after getting battered Tuesday night by those same Hurricanes that Colorado stormed back against three days prior.—
Corey Masisak,
Denver Post,
7 Jan. 2026
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After Washington led by as many as 26 points late in the third quarter, the Magic stormed back and used a 42-18 run to cut their deficit to just two points with five minutes left in the game.—
Jason Beede,
The Orlando Sentinel,
7 Jan. 2026
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Is your play area bursting at the seams?—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
11 Jan. 2026
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Hill burst upon the local high school scene as a sophomore, earning Central Texas newcomer of the year honors in 2023 after rushing for 1,428 yards and 20 touchdowns.—
Rick Cantu,
Austin American Statesman,
10 Jan. 2026
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In 1942, as desert warfare raged in North Africa, a crew of physiologists was dispatched to the Sonoran Desert to conduct experiments on soldiers.—
Alex Hutchinson,
Outside,
8 Jan. 2026
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That winter, the concrete spillway collapsed in one section during massive storms, prompting the evacuation of 188,000 people as water raged uncontrolled into the river below, and concerns grew that part of the dam might fail.—
Paul Rogers,
Mercury News,
7 Jan. 2026
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The laser-cutting machine hummed with life.—
Jessica Ma,
Dallas Morning News,
18 Jan. 2026
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The broad stock market hummed along in 2025, with the S&P 500 posting a 16% return — the index’s third consecutive year of double-digit gains.—
Ryan Ermey,
CNBC,
7 Jan. 2026
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Continue reading … POLITICS ‘NO AUTHORIZATION’ – DHS exposes background of NYC city council employee after Mamdani fumed over arrest.—
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FOXNews.com,
15 Jan. 2026
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Wilson fumed in silence for a few minutes as Adebayo drove.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
10 Dec. 2025
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Even pre-Covid, his pockets bulged with hand sanitizer.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
12 Jan. 2026
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My vitamin cabinet bulged with supplements.—
Nisha Sharma,
Parents,
9 Dec. 2025
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The spring 2026 fashion collections brimmed with styles, ranging from short and sweet to sleek and chic.—
Rosie Jarman,
Vogue,
3 Jan. 2026
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So far, the year has brimmed with new milestones.—
Jessica Nicholson,
Billboard,
23 Oct. 2025
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“Bristled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bristled. Accessed 21 Jan. 2026.
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