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
Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 6 June 2026
When reapplying sunscreen throughout the day, try to avoid clothing necklines and cuffs.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 6 June 2026
Plus, there are so many breezy sleeve styles and necklines to choose from, including whimsical ruffles, sophisticated boat neck tops, button-up cuffs, and more.
—Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 4 June 2026
Bystanders called 911, helped get the cuffs off the woman and gave her water.
—ABC News, 4 June 2026
According to court documents, witnesses told police Reyes lunged at the flight attendant, grabbed him by the head and choked him – which prompted passengers and another flight attendant to restrain Reyes with flex cuffs and seatbelt extenders.
—Julia Bonavita, FOXNews.com, 3 June 2026
Court documents state Reyes was restrained with flex cuffs and seatbelt extenders, but broke free multiple times.
—Kairi Lowery, Miami Herald, 3 June 2026
The boy was still in cuffs when his father arrived a few minutes later and began filming on his cellphone.
—Clare Amari, New York Times, 27 May 2026
The full New Balance look is completed with a walk-on asymmetric zip jacket outfitted with zipper cuffs and shoulder pads in homage to Paris, the world’s fashion capital.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 26 May 2026
Noun
The capsule-wardrobe basic boasts a chic oversized fit, ruched cuffs, and an always-in pinstriped pattern.
—Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 6 June 2026
When reapplying sunscreen throughout the day, try to avoid clothing necklines and cuffs.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 6 June 2026
Plus, there are so many breezy sleeve styles and necklines to choose from, including whimsical ruffles, sophisticated boat neck tops, button-up cuffs, and more.
—Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 4 June 2026
Bystanders called 911, helped get the cuffs off the woman and gave her water.
—ABC News, 4 June 2026
According to court documents, witnesses told police Reyes lunged at the flight attendant, grabbed him by the head and choked him – which prompted passengers and another flight attendant to restrain Reyes with flex cuffs and seatbelt extenders.
—Julia Bonavita, FOXNews.com, 3 June 2026
Court documents state Reyes was restrained with flex cuffs and seatbelt extenders, but broke free multiple times.
—Kairi Lowery, Miami Herald, 3 June 2026
The boy was still in cuffs when his father arrived a few minutes later and began filming on his cellphone.
—Clare Amari, New York Times, 27 May 2026
The full New Balance look is completed with a walk-on asymmetric zip jacket outfitted with zipper cuffs and shoulder pads in homage to Paris, the world’s fashion capital.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 26 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cuffs
Noun
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The 37 mm case, integrated bracelet, and dial are crafted in 18-karat gold, with the eight white-gold screws on the bezel providing only the slightest bit of contrast.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
6 June 2026
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Earrings, necklaces and bracelets are all designed to withstand sweat, water, and everyday wear, perfect for the beach, pool, workouts and beyond.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 June 2026
Verb
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Labin details the elaborate process of elimination that determines which socks to bring to the festival each year.—
Scott Neuman,
NPR,
26 Mar. 2026
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The makeup department added scars to Shaynak’s knees and legs to reflect his character’s backstory, but the compression socks Shaynak wore were his own.—
Marah Eakin,
Vulture,
6 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Brlan said the planter boxes along with artificial turf, plants and soil supplied by Uplift Property Management were a huge addition to the new garden.—
Julie Gallant,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 May 2026
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The cardboard boxes the food is packaged in are also being resold online, with one user selling them for $15 each.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
Noun
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In Manatí, near a chain of Taíno caves and the Tortuguero Nature Reserve (the island’s only natural lagoon), Efrén David Robles is expanding the idea of what Puerto Rico offers beyond San Juan’s beaches and El Yunque National Forest.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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While HomeGoods is primarily known for its affordable, on-trend selection of furniture, decorative accents, kitchenware, and more, the chain retailer also boasts an incredible selection of delicious snacks that come from all across the globe.—
Sarah Lyon,
Southern Living,
6 June 2026
Verb
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Consider two investors, one who invests $7,500 at the beginning of the year, and another who chops it up into $288 biweekly investments.—
Ryan Ermey,
CNBC,
24 Feb. 2026
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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
Noun
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Weekly episodes will move The Indigenous Setlist forward with conversations featuring country reggae artist Maoli of the Native Hawaiian community, punk rock band Dead Pioneers of Pyramid Lake Paiute, alt-rock and soul artist Aysanabee of the Sandy Lake First Nation (Oji-Cree), and more.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
8 June 2026
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Step your right leg straight back into a high lunge, with tension in the resistance band.—
Sarah Bence,
Verywell Health,
8 June 2026
Verb
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During an intense scene, Simon punches a hole through a fellow actor’s face.—
Mike Ryan,
IndieWire,
3 June 2026
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Food and drink Cosmo still punches above its weight on dining.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
Verb
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Wilhelm enters the room, removes most of his clothing and gets into bed with her, slaps her, pushes her away and then caresses her face and cradles her.—
Emily St. Martin,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2026
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That direct relationship is what separates a true farm to table operation from a restaurant that simply slaps the phrase on a marketing page.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Sacbee.com,
22 May 2026
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“Cuffs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cuffs. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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