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as in shortened
to make less in extent or duration
the editorial was docked by about a hundred words to make it fit on the page
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as in shaved
to make (something) shorter or smaller with the use of a cutting instrument
the boxer's tail was docked soon after birth
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as in landed
to stop at or near a place along the shore
the cruise ship docked at the first port of call early the next morning
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Recent Examples of docked
Josh Rivera, USA Today, 29 May 2026
The Shenzhou 23 spacecraft docked at the Tiangong space station less than four hours after launch.
—Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 29 May 2026
These small controllers can be connected on the left and right sides of the console, as well as used separately when the console is docked in the Switch Dock.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2026
Daniel Danforth, a friend of the couple, told CBS News that Brian Hooker showed off the device while they were all docked in New Orleans back in March 2023.
—Cristian Benavides, CBS News, 26 May 2026
As Carns spoke, the amphibious landing vessel, docked at the gateway to the Mediterranean, was being loaded with ammunition and mine-hunting sea drones equipped with sonar.
—Emma Burrows, Los Angeles Times, 25 May 2026
As Carns spoke, the amphibious landing vessel, docked at the gateway to the Mediterranean, was being loaded with ammunition and mine-hunting sea drones equipped with sonar.
—Emma Burrows, Fortune, 24 May 2026
As Carns spoke, the amphibious landing vessel, docked at the gateway to the Mediterranean, was being loaded with ammunition and mine-hunting sea drones equipped with sonar.
—ABC News, 23 May 2026
Coach John Tortorella was fined $100,000 and the franchise docked a second-round pick after not opening their locker room to the media following a Game 6 elimination win over the Anaheim Mighty Ducks.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 19 May 2026
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The small port, specifically designed as a cruise-ship stop, didn't feel crowded with two ships docked at once.
—Josh Rivera, USA Today, 29 May 2026
The Shenzhou 23 spacecraft docked at the Tiangong space station less than four hours after launch.
—Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 29 May 2026
These small controllers can be connected on the left and right sides of the console, as well as used separately when the console is docked in the Switch Dock.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2026
Daniel Danforth, a friend of the couple, told CBS News that Brian Hooker showed off the device while they were all docked in New Orleans back in March 2023.
—Cristian Benavides, CBS News, 26 May 2026
As Carns spoke, the amphibious landing vessel, docked at the gateway to the Mediterranean, was being loaded with ammunition and mine-hunting sea drones equipped with sonar.
—Emma Burrows, Los Angeles Times, 25 May 2026
As Carns spoke, the amphibious landing vessel, docked at the gateway to the Mediterranean, was being loaded with ammunition and mine-hunting sea drones equipped with sonar.
—Emma Burrows, Fortune, 24 May 2026
As Carns spoke, the amphibious landing vessel, docked at the gateway to the Mediterranean, was being loaded with ammunition and mine-hunting sea drones equipped with sonar.
—ABC News, 23 May 2026
Coach John Tortorella was fined $100,000 and the franchise docked a second-round pick after not opening their locker room to the media following a Game 6 elimination win over the Anaheim Mighty Ducks.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 19 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for docked
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Deadline reported that some AMC customers experienced wait times of up to an hour before the queues shortened later in the day.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 June 2026
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The name was soon shortened to flag football.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
3 June 2026
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Darby Allin Fans were very thirsty to see MJF have his head shaved bald.—
Alfred Konuwa,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2026
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Stone famously shaved off all of her hair in 2024 for her role in Bugonia.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
21 May 2026
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With the goal, Ijeh has landed on the scoresheet in three straight matches.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2026
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James, 62, landed on the ballot through a petition process.—
Elliott Wenzler,
Denver Post,
31 May 2026
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The outstanding Adam Wharton clipped a glorious pass into the penalty area, but an unmarked Tyrick Mitchell mistimed his header and could only direct the ball wide from close range.—
Matt Woosnam,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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The eye-catching details were clipped on both sides of her space buns, while a third of her hair was pulled into a low ponytail.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
28 May 2026
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In between meals or for a nightcap, head to The Living Room, a lobby-lounge space anchored by a central fireplace, where guests and locals gather for weekend afternoon tea or what regulars insist is the coldest martini in town.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Roseanne was anchored by comedian Roseanne Barr, 73, who played Jackie's sister.—
Virginia Chamlee,
PEOPLE,
1 June 2026
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The shortstop also rocketed a 441-foot, two-run home run off Giants right-hander Keaton Winn in the eighth to cut San Francisco’s lead to 4-3.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
30 May 2026
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Based on 2026 opening day figures, eight teams would have to cut payroll to get under the cap.—
Ronald Blum,
Fortune,
29 May 2026
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Panish replayed for jurors testimony from Grossman’s daughter that, soon after the collision, Erickson arrived at the house smelling of alcohol.—
Richard Winton,
Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2026
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Applegate refused to leave until police officers arrived, according to the detective, a threat management expert.—
Dennis Romero,
NBC news,
2 June 2026
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Ferragamo interior design-darling Michele Bonan has gone for an fresh yet elegant mod-nautical look for the rooms; blue and white striped carpeting, cream headboards, curtains, and bedspreads trimmed in snappy navy, jazzy blue, and white checked chair coverings.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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While Pembroke trimmed it to a one-goal game at 5-4 off a shot by Murphy to open the final frame, that was as close as the Titans got.—
Brendan Connelly,
Boston Herald,
2 June 2026
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“Docked.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/docked. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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