corrugate

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Recent Examples of corrugate The underside was corrugated with a series of trenches that ran perpendicular to the direction of ice flow, like waves offshore from a beach. Douglas Fox, Scientific American, 1 Nov. 2022 Completed in October 2022, the board-and-batten and corrugated copper-roof structure is nestled amid a double corner lot, just steps from world-class surf breaks, beaches, hiking trails, and the shops and restaurants of Hanalei Town. Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 29 Nov. 2023 City Hall had corrugated metal sheets outside the windows. WSJ, 30 Aug. 2023 Many companies offer heavy-duty cardboard, which is usually corrugated or extra thick to hold up better to drops or heavy items that may bend or warp thinner boxes. Tom Price, Popular Mechanics, 29 Aug. 2023 See All Example Sentences for corrugate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for corrugate
Verb
  • For warmth and dimension, Young loves the LYS No Limits Cream Bronzer Stick, which melts into the skin without creasing or caking.
    Larry Stansbury, Essence, 27 June 2025
  • Images and videos showcase the women’s jeans in motion, from soaking in seawater and creasing on the sand to fading under the sun.
    Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 25 June 2025
Verb
  • The eye cups fold down for glasses-wearers but not easily.
    Scott Gilbertson, Wired News, 25 June 2025
  • Local police folded up the banner and took it away.
    Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 24 June 2025
Verb
  • The State Department could strengthen its travel advisories and publish a business advisory, which would pressure Rwanda by crimping tourism and foreign investment.
    Joshua Z. Walker, Foreign Affairs, 17 June 2025
  • My partner’s speciality is pasta: the fresh, handmade kind, delicately sheeted and crimped into intricate shapes.
    Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 14 June 2025
Verb
  • Here are some general tips for common headboard fabrics: Avoid the use of very hot steam on cotton and linen headboards, which can cause shrinking or puckering.
    Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 May 2025
  • When succulents start to lose water, their thick leaves will pucker or look wrinkly.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 17 June 2025
Verb
  • The 30-percent linen two-piece is breathable, comfortable, and resists wrinkling—ideal for flights and airport days.
    Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 22 June 2025
  • Since the dawn of time, fashion lovers have been searching for ways to keep their breezy summer outfits from wrinkling without having to drag around a personal steamer.
    Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 13 June 2025
Verb
  • Its swingy silhouette and defined pleating at the back add movement and style.
    Jené Luciani Sena may earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. This content was created by a team that works independently from the Fox newsroom., FOXNews.com, 20 June 2025
  • Queen Letizia’s skirt included pleating and flowed for ease of movement.
    Julia Teti, Footwear News, 21 May 2025
Verb
  • Then Jayson Tatum crumpled to the court in Madison Square Garden and the more painful reality is the Cavs may have missed a chance at a championship.
    Jason Lloyd, New York Times, 14 May 2025
  • My heart crumples on the Friday morning of a Dad Weekend, knowing that the kiss goodbye before school is not just for the day.
    Domenica Ruta, People.com, 9 May 2025

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“Corrugate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/corrugate. Accessed 7 Jul. 2025.

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