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
Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 2 Jan. 2026
On a frigid New Year’s Day, New York’s new democratic socialist mayor Zohran Mamdani was sworn in, with his wife, Rama Duwaji, alongside him, grabbing attention for her romantic brown frock coat, trimmed at the hem and cuffs with chocolate faux fur.
—Rachel Tashjian, CNN Money, 2 Jan. 2026
Pretreat visible stains, check the inside collar, cuffs, and underarms for excessive body soil, and treat those areas as needed.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 31 Dec. 2025
The necktie and flared detailing on the collars and cuffs are enough to make a simple dark-wash jean-and-loafer outfit feel more intentional.
—Irene Richardson, InStyle, 31 Dec. 2025
It’s made from a cozy waffle-knit with contrast trim down the arms, angled front pockets, and elastic around the cuffs and hem.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 30 Dec. 2025
This long down coat from The North Face keeps me cozy, the adjustable hood and cuffs block wind and snow, and the water-resistant fabric handles light snow or drizzle with ease.
—Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 28 Dec. 2025
Decorate with strips of felt for cuffs and pom-poms.
—Caylin Harris, Parents, 21 Dec. 2025
The cuffs of the dress’ long sleeves included the same gem embellishments too.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 10 Nov. 2025
Noun
Hadid wore a vintage brown coat with furry cuffs and a matching cozy lining—so far, so sensible.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 2 Jan. 2026
On a frigid New Year’s Day, New York’s new democratic socialist mayor Zohran Mamdani was sworn in, with his wife, Rama Duwaji, alongside him, grabbing attention for her romantic brown frock coat, trimmed at the hem and cuffs with chocolate faux fur.
—Rachel Tashjian, CNN Money, 2 Jan. 2026
Pretreat visible stains, check the inside collar, cuffs, and underarms for excessive body soil, and treat those areas as needed.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 31 Dec. 2025
The necktie and flared detailing on the collars and cuffs are enough to make a simple dark-wash jean-and-loafer outfit feel more intentional.
—Irene Richardson, InStyle, 31 Dec. 2025
It’s made from a cozy waffle-knit with contrast trim down the arms, angled front pockets, and elastic around the cuffs and hem.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 30 Dec. 2025
This long down coat from The North Face keeps me cozy, the adjustable hood and cuffs block wind and snow, and the water-resistant fabric handles light snow or drizzle with ease.
—Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 28 Dec. 2025
Decorate with strips of felt for cuffs and pom-poms.
—Caylin Harris, Parents, 21 Dec. 2025
The cuffs of the dress’ long sleeves included the same gem embellishments too.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 10 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cuffs
Noun
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Anna and Jack put the pieces together that all three crimes are connected by the disturbing messages displayed on their deceased bodies, as well as the same friendship bracelet attached to each victim.—
Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
10 Jan. 2026
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To end the meal, our waitress tied red string bracelets with small wooden charms around our wrists, a gesture meant to bring good fortune in the year ahead.—
Angela Lian,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Jan. 2026
Verb
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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
Noun
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The burger chain originally opened in 1982 near the corner of C Street and Elvas Avenue in East Sacramento, according to previous Bee reporting.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
10 Jan. 2026
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Maybe the implications of binding yourself in chains?—
Radhika Seth,
Vogue,
10 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Take your time to let the pork chops sear and brown.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
4 Oct. 2025
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If the stock chops around, the trade can be scaled by layering additional spreads.—
Nishant Pant,
CNBC,
16 Sep. 2025
Noun
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During this time frame, a narrow, intense lake-effect snow band, only about 10 miles wide, will be capable of thunder, wind gusts near 35 mph and near-zero visibility at its peak.—
Briana Waxman,
CNN Money,
10 Nov. 2025
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The 2025 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony honored bands like Outkast, the White Stripes, and Soundgarden.—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
10 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Coley punches back, and Sonya manages to pull her off of him.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
17 Dec. 2025
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Red Masks hold Fiona back Fiona as Constance punches her multiple times.—
Randall Colburn,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Dec. 2025
Verb
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The tarp slaps the frame of the truck’s roof.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Nov. 2025
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As the scrum disperses, D’Angelo turns to you and slaps you five.—
Touré,
Rolling Stone,
14 Oct. 2025
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“Cuffs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cuffs. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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