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Recent Examples of corner
Noun
Netflix has cornered the cult documentary genre, releasing productions like Wild Wild Country (2018), which examined the Rajneeshpuram commune headed by Indian guru Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh. R. Daniel Foster, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025 Italian braking systems manufacturer Brembo has cornered the market for Formula 1 racing teams. Kristin Shaw, Forbes.com, 25 June 2025
Verb
In March, planning commissioners approved a preliminary site plan for a new restaurant at 100 N. Anderson Lane, at the corner of East Main Street. Diana Leyva, The Tennessean, 22 July 2025 The old Boston Market at the corner of Mack Avenue and Norwood Drive in Grosse Pointe Woods has been sitting vacant for nearly two years. Lyndsay C. Green, Freep.com, 21 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for corner
Recent Examples of Synonyms for corner
Noun
  • This case involving the MyPillow lawyers is just a microcosm of the growing dilemma of how courts and lawyers can strike the balance between welcoming life-changing technology and using it responsibly in court.
    Jaclyn Diaz, NPR, 10 July 2025
  • The dilemma about his son provides the bare minimum of drama to chew on, allowing Dexter’s focus to shift toward playful topics like his new cold-blooded buddies and the peculiar nature of his new playground, New York City.
    Ben Travers, IndieWire, 10 July 2025
Noun
  • The crash happened just after 7 p.m. Thursday near the intersection of South Downing Street and and East Arkansas Avenue, police said.
    Seth Klamann, Denver Post, 18 July 2025
  • The intersection of energy and cost management, occupant health and operational efficiency becomes particularly critical during summer months.
    Sissi Liu, Forbes.com, 18 July 2025
Noun
  • The production, directed by Michael Mayer and choreographed by Steven Hoggett, marks this therapy milestone by having backup singers and chorus members emerge from behind Neil’s chair.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 11 July 2025
  • The club officially kicked off celebration of its milestone April 27 as past and current members gathered at the Point Loma Assembly Hall to reflect and look ahead.
    Madison Beveridge, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 July 2025
Verb
  • The fine hogged the headlines but of importance to Chelsea in the here and now was the sporting sanction handed out.
    The Athletic UK Staff, New York Times, 7 July 2025
  • The streaming tax had been put to the government by Britain’s Culture, Media and Sport Committee in a bid to salvage local British production on high-end television and film, allowing public service broadcasters such as the BBC and ITV to claw back some of the finance hogged by streamers.
    Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 3 July 2025
Verb
  • The eight-time Wimbledon champion sported the Land-Dweller 40, which Rolex debuted in March with a campaign fronted by the former tennis star.
    Julia Teti, Footwear News, 9 July 2025
  • On Saturday, he’ll be joined by U.K. grime legends Boy Better Know, fronted by Skepta and his brother JME, BigXthaPlug, SahBabii and British rappers Lancey Foux and Nemzzz.
    Angel Diaz, Billboard, 8 July 2025
Noun
  • The vinegar used to quick pickle the onions also adds a vinegary pungency to the salad, and dill and basil work together to add fresh and herbaceous notes.
    Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 11 July 2025
  • Some foods and drinks high in electrolytes include watermelon, coconut water, leafy green vegetables, bone broth, pickles, and more.
    Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 9 July 2025
Noun
  • Also on Sunday, 12 people were killed and dozens injured when an Israeli airstrike targeted a crowded junction in central Gaza, according to the Director of Al-Shifa Medical Complex.
    Jade Walker, CNN Money, 14 July 2025
  • This phase will include replacing a two-track corridor with a modern four-track system across the Washington Channel and into the L'Enfant rail junction.
    Theo Burman, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 July 2025
Noun
  • One or more of these golfers is likely to be in the mix by the time Sunday’s final round reaches its climax.
    Steve Silverman, Forbes.com, 15 July 2025
  • This unrest reached a climax after his defeat in the 2022 general election, when Bolsonaristas stormed the Three Powers Square on Jan. 8, 2023, just days after Lula’s inauguration.
    Emi Eleode, Time, 14 July 2025

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“Corner.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/corner. Accessed 26 Jul. 2025.

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