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as in storms
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 bristles
Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 1 Sep. 2025
Start by removing any dirt with a dry brush that has soft bristles, Maker advises; hold the shoe vertically so anything loose will fall off.
—Angela Haupt, Time, 25 Aug. 2025
The American Dental Association recommends soft bristles, and the experts said the size and shape of the toothbrush head (rectangular or circle) depends on the size of your mouth and other personal factors.
—Elizabeth Cohen, NBC news, 24 Aug. 2025
Traditional bristles are replaced by silicone fins on the brushroll to achieve a more thorough clean and to prevent hair from tangling around the roller.
—Maggie Horton, People.com, 21 Aug. 2025
Its wand, made with short bristles, grips lashes to fan them up and out with precision.
—Allure, 14 Aug. 2025
If you’ve been intimidated by metal bristles in the past, don’t be.
—Annie Blackman, Glamour, 11 Aug. 2025
Noun
Avoid brushes, brooms, and vacuums with hard bristles, steel wool, scouring pads, and eraser sponges.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 1 Sep. 2025
Start by removing any dirt with a dry brush that has soft bristles, Maker advises; hold the shoe vertically so anything loose will fall off.
—Angela Haupt, Time, 25 Aug. 2025
The American Dental Association recommends soft bristles, and the experts said the size and shape of the toothbrush head (rectangular or circle) depends on the size of your mouth and other personal factors.
—Elizabeth Cohen, NBC news, 24 Aug. 2025
Traditional bristles are replaced by silicone fins on the brushroll to achieve a more thorough clean and to prevent hair from tangling around the roller.
—Maggie Horton, People.com, 21 Aug. 2025
Its wand, made with short bristles, grips lashes to fan them up and out with precision.
—Allure, 14 Aug. 2025
If you’ve been intimidated by metal bristles in the past, don’t be.
—Annie Blackman, Glamour, 11 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bristles
Noun
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Material World is a weekly roundup of innovations and ideas within the materials sector, covering news from emerging biomaterials and alternative leathers to sustainable substitutes and future-proof fibers.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
4 Sep. 2025
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Made of Tencel Lyocell fibers, this blanket leaves a pretty immediate cooling sensation.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The movie is a tour de force In IMAX, the format’s large screen and huge sound a perfect partner for the purple one’s charisma, which positively bursts off the screen.—
Benny Har-Even,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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Third Thursdays bring the festive Art Walk, when the district bursts with local art, live music, and technicolor vibes.—
Carrie Honaker,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Marcello steps in to guide her safely down the mountain, though their connection is quickly cut short when Emily storms off to confront Gabriel and end their relationship.—
Samantha Stutsman,
People.com,
26 Aug. 2025
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With a face as crimson as her hair, Ellen storms directly into her brother Colum’s (Séamus McLean Ross) office, demanding answers.—
Lincee Ray Published,
EW.com,
15 Aug. 2025
Noun
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There were plenty of loose threads for supporters to pull at from the interview, though.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
5 Sep. 2025
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The mid-level Z2 matches the Z1 Extreme in cores, threads, cache, graphics cores, and even maximum power draw, so expect more drastic performance differences with the Z2 Extreme.—
Zackery Cuevas,
PC Magazine,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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On football weekends, the whole town buzzes with maroon pride, fans, and festive energy.—
Jill Robbins,
Southern Living,
5 Sep. 2025
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Nyhavn’s vibrant waterfront dazzles with its iconic townhouses, while Vesterbro’s gritty-chic Meatpacking District buzzes with galleries and nightlife.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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As war rages in Gaza, violence in the West Bank has intensified as well.—
Tom O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Aug. 2025
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While the debate rages on, the funerals keep coming.—
For the Carroll County Times,
Baltimore Sun,
16 Aug. 2025
Verb
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While the market brims with neon nootropics and mushroom elixirs, Dekáf remains stubbornly grounded.—
Lyssanoel Frater,
USA Today,
28 Aug. 2025
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Almost three-quarters of the formula is propolis extract—propolis being the resin-like material made by bees that brims with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties—and supplemented with honey extract.—
Deanna Pai,
Vogue,
24 Aug. 2025
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