as in bracelet
something that physically prevents free movement
the policeman snapped the cuffs on and led the prisoner away to the car
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Recent Examples of cuffs
Rocco Parascandola, New York Daily News, 23 Jan. 2026
The snow skirt, elastic cuffs, and elasticized side panels ensured a snug, warmth-retaining fit, but there was still room for my other layers underneath when necessary.
—Outside, 23 Jan. 2026
Chunky belts, baggy suits, colorful jackets and gold cuffs are also among the items Pinterest users are searching for.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 21 Jan. 2026
The pullover features outer seam detailing along the arms for a playful touch and ribbing on the neckline and wrist cuffs that adds dimension.
—Melony Forcier, PEOPLE, 20 Jan. 2026
Lingering odor after airing out or visible grime around the cuffs and collars indicate that a good cleaning is in order.
—Aliyah Rodriguez, The Spruce, 19 Jan. 2026
The coat is also designed with reflective detailing in the cuffs and back of the hood, allowing others to see you in low light conditions.
—Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 19 Jan. 2026
With a formfitting silhouette and long sleeves, the lace look was given an extra boost of femininity with the addition of a pink ruffle and bow beneath the bustline — a motif that also featured at the cuffs of the long-sleeve dress.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 13 Jan. 2026
That was evident at Sunday’s Golden Globes, where A-list actors acquitted themselves well in the art of ensuring their status timepieces were easily seen beyond the end of their shirt and jacket cuffs.
—Laurie Brookins, HollywoodReporter, 12 Jan. 2026
Noun
Inside the blue bag were the plastic flex cuffs, the complaint said.
—Rocco Parascandola, New York Daily News, 23 Jan. 2026
The snow skirt, elastic cuffs, and elasticized side panels ensured a snug, warmth-retaining fit, but there was still room for my other layers underneath when necessary.
—Outside, 23 Jan. 2026
Chunky belts, baggy suits, colorful jackets and gold cuffs are also among the items Pinterest users are searching for.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 21 Jan. 2026
The pullover features outer seam detailing along the arms for a playful touch and ribbing on the neckline and wrist cuffs that adds dimension.
—Melony Forcier, PEOPLE, 20 Jan. 2026
Lingering odor after airing out or visible grime around the cuffs and collars indicate that a good cleaning is in order.
—Aliyah Rodriguez, The Spruce, 19 Jan. 2026
The coat is also designed with reflective detailing in the cuffs and back of the hood, allowing others to see you in low light conditions.
—Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 19 Jan. 2026
With a formfitting silhouette and long sleeves, the lace look was given an extra boost of femininity with the addition of a pink ruffle and bow beneath the bustline — a motif that also featured at the cuffs of the long-sleeve dress.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 13 Jan. 2026
That was evident at Sunday’s Golden Globes, where A-list actors acquitted themselves well in the art of ensuring their status timepieces were easily seen beyond the end of their shirt and jacket cuffs.
—Laurie Brookins, HollywoodReporter, 12 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cuffs
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Investigators say the couriers then took the gold bars to the two stores, where they were allegedly melted down into bracelets and other jewelry that could be sold.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
31 Jan. 2026
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The aptly named Polo 79 was the spitting image of its predecessor, with the signature gadroons (stripes) running horizontally across the case, dial, and bracelet.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
31 Jan. 2026
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In addition to tops and bottoms, don’t forget to snag this pair of Merino wool socks for just $11.—
Jasmine Gomez,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Jan. 2026
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Ten years after his expulsion, Saleh’s third feature in the trilogy, after Boy From Heaven, socks it to Egypt’s military leaders and General Intelligence Service (GIS), and by implication al-Sisi.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
17 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Toe tap on the sideline for 17, then boxes out Greg Newsome for 14 more.—
Joe Nguyen,
Denver Post,
21 Dec. 2025
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This, alas, also boxes his constituents in.—
U T Editorial Board,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Nov. 2025
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While Bluspark isn't a household name, its software supports a large slice of global shipping, including major retailers, grocery chains and manufacturers.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
31 Jan. 2026
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Now, other small chains are seeing explosive growth.—
Dee-Ann Durbin,
Fortune,
31 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The proposal chops $150 million from the Developmental Disabilities Administration, which battled against the largest budget cut in last year's negotiations.—
JT Moodee Lockman,
CBS News,
21 Jan. 2026
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And then the council comes along and chops it off.—
David Treuer,
The Atlantic,
13 Jan. 2026
Noun
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DJs, bands, stilt walkers, food trucks and displays for photo ops are part of the event.—
Kari Barnett,
Sun Sentinel,
1 Feb. 2026
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At night, guests can dance barefoot in the sand to DJs, bands, and sunsets.—
Jen Murphy,
Outside,
1 Feb. 2026
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For podcasts, streams, voiceovers and video calls, this unit punches above its weight.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
24 Jan. 2026
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This is really reminding me of that House episode where the runway model punches another model out and then collapses on the catwalk.—
Emma Specter,
Vogue,
22 Jan. 2026
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Boston Blue slaps a fresh coat of paint on Blue Bloods, the CBS procedural that ended its 14-season run last year.—
Randall Colburn,
Entertainment Weekly,
20 Dec. 2025
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Speaking with Cocoa Butter about her most memorable roles, Calloway revealed that the moment Ike slaps Jackie came across so emotional and raw because the stunt went wrong.—
Angela Andaloro,
PEOPLE,
5 Dec. 2025
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“Cuffs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cuffs. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.
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