commas

noun

plural of comma
as in spaces

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  1. parentheses
  2. pauses
  3. windows
Noun
  • Here’s a rundown of other transfers who should make a major impact this season (former schools in parentheses).
    — Steve Megargee, Chicago Tribune, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Their ages as of the start of next season are in parentheses.
    — Zach Harper, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of parentheses
Noun
  • The dramatic uptick in the number of pauses suggest that 2026’s climate has been pretty catastrophic, though.
    — Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 12 Aug. 2026
  • When thoughtful pauses disappear, organizations eventually lose the ability to think collectively.
    — Gerald J. Leonard, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of pauses
Noun
  • Dressing your windows not only gives them a more finished look, window coverings bring a slew of benefits.
    — Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 14 July 2026
  • Parisians have taken to sticking aluminum foil to their windows to reflect sunlight, rolling down their window shutters and living in utter darkness, and forgoing any meals that require turning on the stove or oven.
    — Jessica Roy, Curbed, 29 June 2026
Definition of windows
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