buoys 1 of 2

Definition of buoysnext
plural of buoy

buoys

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of buoy
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Noun
  • But the research consistently points in the opposite direction, with fewer applications, stronger targeting and more investment in relationships as indicators of success.
    Caroline Castrillon, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
  • Enrollment data for alternative plans is mostly confidential, but several indicators point to shifts in the market.
    Sarah Kwon, CBS News, 20 May 2026
Verb
  • That’s why the same liquid that lifts grease from a T-shirt can also tackle grout, makeup brushes, patio furniture and a lot more.
    Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 May 2026
  • Back downtown, colorful floatplanes skim the harbor and the Mount Roberts Tramway lifts visitors above the city for sweeping views of Gastineau Channel and the surrounding mountains.
    Josh Rivera, USA Today, 14 May 2026
Verb
  • Colossal also confirmed that, due to density differences, the yolk naturally floats to the top of the container, with the embryo rotating to the top of that.
    ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 20 May 2026
  • Throw something that floats and call 9-1-1.
    Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 18 May 2026
Noun
  • When leaders send clear, honest signals, people can calibrate in the face of threat.
    Deepti Hajela, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2026
  • Physicians work those hours, and we are trained to override the bodily signals that would tell us to stop.
    Frances Mei Hardin, Sun Sentinel, 14 May 2026
Verb
  • Continue reading … COPY AND PASTE — New York Magazine columnist accused of plagiarism by fellow reporters, triggers internal review.
    , FOXNews.com, 18 May 2026
  • When an agent triggers a bad action, ownership often dissolves into a fog of prompts, product decisions and access policies.
    Oleg Malii, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
Verb
  • In addition to running, Carmona swims a mile on his off-days and does daily two-mile dog walks.
    Erin Clack, PEOPLE, 10 May 2026
  • Harry Styles uses ice baths for post-show recovery and frequently swims outdoors, including dips at Dublin’s Vico Baths.
    Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 9 May 2026
Noun
  • The bones turned out to belong to an elderly male dingo, with worn teeth and possible signs of arthritis.
    ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 18 May 2026
  • None of these reactions are character flaws—just signs that the burden of confidentiality might be starting to affect your leadership bandwidth.
    ByMike McIsaac CPA, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
Verb
  • Finally, Kim masters the steps and takes to the stage with confidence, as her family cheers her on!
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 11 May 2026
  • The crowd cheers back enthusiastically in response.
    Annie Harrigan, Billboard, 31 Mar. 2026
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“Buoys.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/buoys. Accessed 23 May. 2026.

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