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as in menus
a list of foods served at or available for a meal
the diners asked if there were any specials on the card for the evening
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as in comedians
a person (as a writer) noted for or specializing in humor
you're really a card, but save the jokes for after class
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Recent Examples of cards
Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 8 May 2026
Several California food handler cards were not available.
—Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
may 8, Sacbee.com, 8 May 2026
Vendors sell collectibles like Pokemon cards and Funkos, comic books, and old VHS videogames.
—Daily News, 8 May 2026
To support families of patients who don’t survive, McNeal created a bereavement box with bottles, cards and ink pads.
—Laura Berrios, AJC.com, 7 May 2026
Characters like Charizard, Pikachu and Gengar remain the most frequently forged, reflecting the same cards collectors most aggressively chase.
—Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 7 May 2026
The duo, who were the covers of the 2024 Bowman Draft cards, also swapped baseball cards.
—Pj Green, Kansas City Star, 7 May 2026
Toy Story 5 comes out on June 19, so an early May announcement could be in the cards.
—Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 1 May 2026
Larry Holder, New York Times, 12 Mar. 2026
Noun
Member Offers & Coupons – There are special member offers, discounts, bonus cards, and more.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 8 May 2026
Several California food handler cards were not available.
—Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
may 8, Sacbee.com, 8 May 2026
Vendors sell collectibles like Pokemon cards and Funkos, comic books, and old VHS videogames.
—Daily News, 8 May 2026
To support families of patients who don’t survive, McNeal created a bereavement box with bottles, cards and ink pads.
—Laura Berrios, AJC.com, 7 May 2026
Characters like Charizard, Pikachu and Gengar remain the most frequently forged, reflecting the same cards collectors most aggressively chase.
—Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 7 May 2026
The duo, who were the covers of the 2024 Bowman Draft cards, also swapped baseball cards.
—Pj Green, Kansas City Star, 7 May 2026
Toy Story 5 comes out on June 19, so an early May announcement could be in the cards.
—Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 1 May 2026
Verb
Collectors view 1st Bowman cards as particularly valuable, often more so than a player’s rookie card.
—Larry Holder, New York Times, 12 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cards
Noun
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Luckily, there are plenty of options to enjoy with the mother figure in your life, from elaborate buffets to playful afternoon teas to family-friendly celebrations where the little ones have their own menus.—
Samantha Nelson,
Chicago Tribune,
4 May 2026
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Mother’s Day falls on May 10 this year, and restaurants across Houston are getting ready with brunch, prix fixe menus and deals for moms.—
Ana Khan,
Houston Chronicle,
3 May 2026
Noun
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The comedians recapped the content creators' ongoing beef, which came to a head when Cooper called out Earle in a TikTok shared on April 13.—
Zoey Lyttle,
PEOPLE,
4 May 2026
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This evening, Netflix unfurls the third edition of Netflix Is a Joke Fest, its sprawling, citywide comedy showcase that in just four years has become one of the buzziest gatherings of comedians in the world.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
4 May 2026
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The two discussed going on vacation to Puerto Rico, even talking with Hill’s sister, who books flights for him.—
Milena Malaver,
Miami Herald,
7 May 2026
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No one books a 300-room Marriott for personalized service.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Then, as the afternoon sunshine rakes across the river valley, the group will return to the Birdwing—where canvas and paints await, according to a news release.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Mar. 2026
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Participants are encouraged to bring their own shovel, gloves, and rakes as limited tools will be provided at the event.—
Hema Sivanandam,
Mercury News,
13 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The clerk’s inquiry is required by law after someone files a complaint, said Saul Seyler, Ada County’s elections director.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
6 May 2026
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The organization files formal complaints and engages in advocacy efforts related to journalist access to information, particularly against government agencies such as the Environmental Protection Agency and the Food and Drug Administration.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
1 May 2026
Verb
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After his teenage son goes missing, Daniel combs the depths of the Vistula River day and night, caught in a grueling, endless routine and torn between the dread of a fatal leap and the fragile hope that his son may still be alive.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
6 May 2026
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Zayas also combs through the dark web, a criminal haven on the internet where anonymous threat actors try to cause real-world harm.—
Heather Abbott,
CBS News,
2 Mar. 2026
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Additionally, the committee schedules regular work days at the Fabyan and Gunnar Anderson forest preserves to remove invasive species such as buckthorn and honeysuckle.—
Aurora Beacon-News,
Chicago Tribune,
8 May 2026
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Namely, the Assessment Appeals Board, which manages the agendas and schedules the hearings.—
Steve Scauzillo,
Daily News,
4 May 2026
Verb
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As a result, Scentbird surfaces both familiar favorites and new niche discoveries in a way that feels intuitive, relevant and continuously curated, driving deeper engagement and long-term loyalty.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
8 May 2026
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As the orchestra swells, a voice slowly surfaces.—
Ben Cardew,
Pitchfork,
2 May 2026
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“Cards.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cards. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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