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Julian McKenzie, New York Times, 26 Oct. 2025
In an effort to bolster their crease, the Vegas Golden Knights have signed goaltender Carter Hart to a professional tryout contract, reported by Chris Johnston of The Athletic on Thursday afternoon.
—Greg Liodice, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Oct. 2025
Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Sep. 2025
The interior is easily wipeable and not baggy or creased in a way that might trap liquid or crumbs.
—Adam Campbell-Schmitt, Bon Appetit Magazine, 18 Sep. 2025
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Noun
That prompted Ullmark to leave his crease and toss away the blocker from his right hand before jumping into the scrum.
—Julian McKenzie, New York Times, 26 Oct. 2025
In an effort to bolster their crease, the Vegas Golden Knights have signed goaltender Carter Hart to a professional tryout contract, reported by Chris Johnston of The Athletic on Thursday afternoon.
—Greg Liodice, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Oct. 2025
Verb
The casual tunic-style top features a soft, ribbed material that doesn’t crease, a relaxed fit, and a subtle woven design that’s comfy and on-trend.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Sep. 2025
The interior is easily wipeable and not baggy or creased in a way that might trap liquid or crumbs.
—Adam Campbell-Schmitt, Bon Appetit Magazine, 18 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for crease
Noun
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That central bank drama is piling even more attention Friday’s speech by Fed Chair Jay Powell, who even in precedented times can move markets with a single furrow of his brow.—
Allison Morrow,
CNN Money,
22 Aug. 2025
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Swaziland continued to plough its own political furrow against its larger neighbor until the end of apartheid.—
The Editors,
JSTOR Daily,
15 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Harlow wrinkles her nose, the perfect picture of disgust.—
Bailey Richards,
PEOPLE,
30 Oct. 2025
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Now on sale for just $20 at Amazon, the Roselinlin Long-sleeve Tunic is a travel must-have since its polyester and spandex blend doesn’t wrinkle easily and will keep me comfy for long flights and busy travel days.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Oct. 2025
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“Crease.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crease. Accessed 4 Nov. 2025.
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