as in cheeks
the part of the body upon which someone sits
park your butts in the seats and keep quiet, or I'm turning this car around
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as in jokes
a person or thing that is made fun of
the social outcast got tired of being the butt of everyone's jokes
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as in targets
a person or thing that is the object of abuse, criticism, or ridicule
usually the U.S. Congress is the butt of the radio commentator's scathing wit
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Recent Examples of butts
Daily News, 29 May 2026
Puerto Rican brand Ron del Barrilito primarily uses sherry butts to mature its rum; the Three Stars expression spends six to 10 years aging in oloroso sherry casks specifically.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 29 May 2026
The problem is, and that’s why Congress needs to get off their butts and do something.
—Anna Giaritelli, The Washington Examiner, 20 May 2026
Amid the 40 pounds of trash, the volunteers picked up 330 cigarette butts, according to the Seal Society.
—Ashley MacKin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 May 2026
The Raptors played their butts off in this series, scratching out a pair of 50-50 games.
—Eric Koreen, New York Times, 4 May 2026
And putting on a yellow vest over his suit, grabbing a trash bag and using grab claws to pick up cigarette butts and bits of garbage is also important to him, Jones said.
—Charlotte Observer, 29 Apr. 2026
Outdoor burning is discouraged, and people should properly dispose of any potential sources that could ignite a fire, including cigarette butts.
—Bill Kelly, CBS News, 23 Apr. 2026
Somewhere in a rotting log in Okinawa, two wingless roaches are guarding their nest together, bumping intruders with their butts.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 13 Apr. 2026
Noun
That impact was visible throughout the beach Thursday as students sifted through sand searching for cigarette butts, plastic fragments, bottle caps, and other debris often overlooked by beachgoers.
—Daily News, 29 May 2026
Puerto Rican brand Ron del Barrilito primarily uses sherry butts to mature its rum; the Three Stars expression spends six to 10 years aging in oloroso sherry casks specifically.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 29 May 2026
The problem is, and that’s why Congress needs to get off their butts and do something.
—Anna Giaritelli, The Washington Examiner, 20 May 2026
Amid the 40 pounds of trash, the volunteers picked up 330 cigarette butts, according to the Seal Society.
—Ashley MacKin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 May 2026
The Raptors played their butts off in this series, scratching out a pair of 50-50 games.
—Eric Koreen, New York Times, 4 May 2026
And putting on a yellow vest over his suit, grabbing a trash bag and using grab claws to pick up cigarette butts and bits of garbage is also important to him, Jones said.
—Charlotte Observer, 29 Apr. 2026
Outdoor burning is discouraged, and people should properly dispose of any potential sources that could ignite a fire, including cigarette butts.
—Bill Kelly, CBS News, 23 Apr. 2026
Somewhere in a rotting log in Okinawa, two wingless roaches are guarding their nest together, bumping intruders with their butts.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 13 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for butts
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Beef cheeks and tongues, Frenched racks of lamb, glistening hams, poulet de Bresse, and rabbits still with their heads, round eyes blinkless under long lashes frozen in the ice.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 June 2026
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When creating Dern’s look, Hayward skipped pinky hues on the cheeks.—
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
30 May 2026
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Millions and millions of people tuned in to watch Johnny Carson poke fun at everyone, identify and support up-and-coming comics, entertain with clever and timeless skits, bring on musical guests and tell jokes.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
1 June 2026
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The star has been the butt of too many mean jokes, the object of veneration and a muse for film and literary retellings that have elevated her into the realm of myth.—
Daniel D'Addario,
Variety,
1 June 2026
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As volatility rises, managers do not need to take as large positions to meet return targets, Wrobel said.—
Hugh Leask,
CNBC,
5 June 2026
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His father was a bombardier-navigator who was among the first American bombers during World War II to land at Soviet airfields to refuel and rearm, enabling the Allies to reach distant German targets.—
Julie K. Brown,
Miami Herald,
4 June 2026
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The partnership resulted in the implementation of energy efficiency measures across the HVAC and lighting systems that are projected to reduce carbon emissions by an amount equivalent to avoiding the import of approximately 7,200 barrels of oil.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 June 2026
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The bear was almost on top of us when, with a deafening roar, the shot from both barrels smacked into that enormous shaggy head.—
Anton Money,
Outdoor Life,
4 June 2026
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History buffs, avid hikers, music lovers, wine aficionados, and beach bums will all find a town to love in the Old Dominion.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
9 May 2026
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For ski bums looking to hit the Colorado slopes without slogging through I-70 traffic, there’s no better destination than Winter Park.—
Sarah Cahalan,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Mar. 2026
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Newsom’s office said Thursday that the state is providing assistance to victims, family members and witnesses of the mosque shooting.—
Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2026
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The bodies of two people were found earlier this week, before crews recovered the remains of another six victims on Thursday, May 28, Longview fire chief Brad Hannig said in a press conference later that day.—
Adam England,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
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Ursula stared up from the gloomy nave at the enormous mahogany machine booming from the balcony and, rising from it, those shining, impossible banks of pipes that reached into the arches above.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 June 2026
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New York City's sewer network is complex, with pipes spanning over 7,400 miles.—
Amethyst Martinez,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
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From stunning volleys and bicycle kicks to long-range screamers, Ibrahimović was one of the most complete strikers of the ball.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
28 May 2026
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In a display of tough love, Anne kicks her out, urging her to trust her motherly instincts and not doubt herself.—
Erin Jensen,
USA Today,
28 May 2026
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