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Recent Examples of button
Jamie Allison Sanders, People.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Cost Savings and Options Shopping for glasses online is cost-saving because buyers can compare prices with the click of a button and search for deals across numerous platforms.
—Jason Phillips, Freep.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 9 July 2025
The Pleated Bermuda Short Lean into the elegant appeal of pleated Bermuda shorts by pairing them with a classic belt and button up.
—Christina Holevas, Vogue, 5 July 2025
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Noun
Grace Karin Long-Sleeve Shirt Dress with Waist Ties This satin shirt dress with golden buttons, roll-up cuffs, and optional waist ties is an elegant option for the office and beyond.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, People.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Cost Savings and Options Shopping for glasses online is cost-saving because buyers can compare prices with the click of a button and search for deals across numerous platforms.
—Jason Phillips, Freep.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Verb
The calf-length garment buttoned high at the neck and flared subtly at the hem, exposing the full profile of the pump — a recurring tactic in Demna’s womenswear styling, where the footwear often acts as punctuation for a silhouette’s story.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 9 July 2025
The Pleated Bermuda Short Lean into the elegant appeal of pleated Bermuda shorts by pairing them with a classic belt and button up.
—Christina Holevas, Vogue, 5 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for button
Noun
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But the dance between new and old media gives him levers to pull.—
Liz Hoffman,
semafor.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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This flywheel effect explains why licensing has transformed from an optional strategy to an essential business lever.—
Amanda Cioletti,
Forbes.com,
28 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Failure is transformed into a badge of honor, rather than a warning signal.—
Vikrant Shaurya,
Forbes.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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Wrexham’s greatest player arrived in a coffin decorated in the badges of his four clubs, plus his beloved Wales.—
Richard Sutcliffe,
New York Times,
21 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The Chiefs have toggled between keeping six and just five linebackers.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
23 Aug. 2025
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With schools now legally paying players, the ability to toggle between X’s and O’s and contract figures has never been more important in the college game.—
Matt Baker,
New York Times,
21 Aug. 2025
Noun
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According to The Old Farmer's Almanac, larvae and pupae can be found in out-of-the-way places like door hinges, backs of door knobs, and corners of wire baskets, underneath shelves, and around the edges of jar lids, cans, and non-food items also stored in your pantry or cupboard.—
Lauren Wicks,
Southern Living,
19 July 2025
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Attach seashells to your drawer knobs for a natural upgrade that only takes a few minutes.—
Cori Sears,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 July 2025
Noun
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The gold logos also match the gold clasps and zipper that holds everything securely inside for any occasion.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
1 Aug. 2025
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Some may simply slip on while others have buttons or clasps.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
18 July 2025
Verb
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Punk nearly got pinned for a three-count, but kicked out just in time to avoid falling victim to the attack.—
Matthew Couden,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Aug. 2025
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Also pin potential travel routes from private land.—
M.D. Johnson,
Outdoor Life,
20 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The gadget sits on four slender, angled legs with its dials and classic, brown shell beckoning viewers toward its warm, bright stories.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
28 Aug. 2025
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Parmigiani Fleurier The dial on the Toric Quantième Perpétuel is crafted in 18-karat rose gold, while twin counters on the dial display the day/date and month/leap year; $91,900, at Feldmar Watch Co., Los Angeles 4.—
Laurie Brookins,
HollywoodReporter,
24 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Plants bloom in late winter to early spring with a show of pink, rose, lavender, or burgundy blooms held in clusters above rosettes of thick, textural foliage.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
31 July 2025
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Beauty-wise, Hadid tied her hair back in a slick ballet bun, adding a few white rosettes, while completing the ensemble with an ever-so-slightly rosy makeup look.—
Rachel Flynn,
People.com,
17 May 2025
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“Button.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/button. Accessed 3 Sep. 2025.
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