as in bum
the part of the body upon which someone sits
he dropped his pants and flashed his cheeks at the opposing team
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Recent Examples of cheeks
The boy was taken to a nearby hospital, where he was treated for injuries to his eye, ears and cheeks, police said.
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Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 8 Nov. 2025
Just cut off the cheeks and scoop out the flesh with a spoon right into the blender.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 8 Nov. 2025
With his long white beard and rosy cheeks, Irwin bore a striking resemblance to Santa Claus.
—Mackensy Lunsford, Nashville Tennessean, 7 Nov. 2025
Her cheeks are covered with light freckles that intensify down her neck and into the collar of her uniform.
—Literary Hub, 5 Nov. 2025
A little bit softer on the cheeks and a nice pop on the lips.
—Fortune Editors, Fortune, 5 Nov. 2025
Estrogen gave her smooth cheeks and wider hips but left her voice untouched.
—James Marcus, New Yorker, 3 Nov. 2025
Briana was kicking up her feet and watching Jayden mug for the camera, chubby cheeks raised high in a smile.
—Jayme Fraser, USA Today, 30 Oct. 2025
A day or two later, small painful spots can develop inside the mouth, often on the tongue, gums or inner cheeks.
—Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 29 Oct. 2025
Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 8 Nov. 2025
Just cut off the cheeks and scoop out the flesh with a spoon right into the blender.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 8 Nov. 2025
With his long white beard and rosy cheeks, Irwin bore a striking resemblance to Santa Claus.
—Mackensy Lunsford, Nashville Tennessean, 7 Nov. 2025
Her cheeks are covered with light freckles that intensify down her neck and into the collar of her uniform.
—Literary Hub, 5 Nov. 2025
A little bit softer on the cheeks and a nice pop on the lips.
—Fortune Editors, Fortune, 5 Nov. 2025
Estrogen gave her smooth cheeks and wider hips but left her voice untouched.
—James Marcus, New Yorker, 3 Nov. 2025
Briana was kicking up her feet and watching Jayden mug for the camera, chubby cheeks raised high in a smile.
—Jayme Fraser, USA Today, 30 Oct. 2025
A day or two later, small painful spots can develop inside the mouth, often on the tongue, gums or inner cheeks.
—Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 29 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cheeks
Noun
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The level of luxury she’s introduced with Barracuda is a stark contrast to the humbler quarters generally associated with backpackers and itinerant surf bums, which still make up the majority of Itacaré’s lodging options.—
David Amsden,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
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And the oversized top has a split hem that falls below the bum.—
Melody Kazel,
PEOPLE,
30 Oct. 2025
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Viewers were able to see the hilarious shot of Jinky in the bath quickly cut to a very telling scene of the same dog bounding into a marshland or small lake, tail wagging, body splashing through mud and water in total ecstasy.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Nov. 2025
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Once stationary, turn off all lights except the hazard flashers, engage the emergency brake, and release the brake pedal to ensure your tail lights are not illuminated, reducing the risk of other drivers colliding with your stationary vehicle.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The margin will narrow by one seat once the government reopens and the winner of a special election, Representative-elect Adelita Grijalva of Arizona, is sworn in.—
Mandy Taheri,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Democrats also performed well in one red state election, flipping two seats on the Georgia Public Service Commission.—
Julia Manchester,
The Hill,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The koala was entirely gray with a slightly lighter back end and some nearly white spots on its rump, the video showed.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
10 Oct. 2025
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The second was hit at 338 paces in the rump.—
Jack O'Connor,
Outdoor Life,
24 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Bodies quickly decompose at the bottom of the ocean or in a swamp, leaving few traces behind.—
Frederick Dreier,
Outside,
11 Nov. 2025
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Roast cabbage and pierogies 12 to 15 minutes, then stir cabbage, flip pierogies, and swap baking sheets top to bottom.—
Katlyn Moncada,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Nov. 2025
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“Cheeks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cheeks. Accessed 16 Nov. 2025.
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