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as in shortening
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 shaving
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 landing
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 docking
Matthew Ablon, CBS News, 9 May 2026
Artemis 3 will remain in Earth orbit, testing rendezvous and docking operations using the lander(s) and Artemis' Orion space capsule.
—Mike Wall, Space.com, 8 May 2026
Access to the ship is limited, and the ship is experiencing trouble docking anywhere.
—Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 6 May 2026
The complex process requires two Starships equipped with docking adapters to meet in orbit to transfer hundreds of tons of super-cooled propellant.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 1 May 2026
One of the most exciting events is the boat-docking contest.
—Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 25 Apr. 2026
Next year’s Artemis III mission will launch astronauts to Earth’s orbit aboard the Orion spacecraft on top of SLS to test rendezvous and docking capabilities between Orion and commercial spacecraft needed to land Artemis IV astronauts on the Moon in 2028.
—Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 24 Apr. 2026
It is expected to run more than 90 percent of its towing and docking operations with zero emissions.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 23 Apr. 2026
In the next high-stakes mission set to launch next year, Artemis III astronauts will remain in Earth’s orbit and practice docking their Orion capsule with a commercial lunar lander, a critical step before any return to the moon.
—Stephen Sorace, FOXNews.com, 14 Apr. 2026
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The ship is set to end its one-way cruise by docking at Port Canaveral in Orlando on May 11.
—Matthew Ablon, CBS News, 9 May 2026
Artemis 3 will remain in Earth orbit, testing rendezvous and docking operations using the lander(s) and Artemis' Orion space capsule.
—Mike Wall, Space.com, 8 May 2026
Access to the ship is limited, and the ship is experiencing trouble docking anywhere.
—Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 6 May 2026
The complex process requires two Starships equipped with docking adapters to meet in orbit to transfer hundreds of tons of super-cooled propellant.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 1 May 2026
One of the most exciting events is the boat-docking contest.
—Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 25 Apr. 2026
Next year’s Artemis III mission will launch astronauts to Earth’s orbit aboard the Orion spacecraft on top of SLS to test rendezvous and docking capabilities between Orion and commercial spacecraft needed to land Artemis IV astronauts on the Moon in 2028.
—Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 24 Apr. 2026
It is expected to run more than 90 percent of its towing and docking operations with zero emissions.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 23 Apr. 2026
In the next high-stakes mission set to launch next year, Artemis III astronauts will remain in Earth’s orbit and practice docking their Orion capsule with a commercial lunar lander, a critical step before any return to the moon.
—Stephen Sorace, FOXNews.com, 14 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for docking
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In the surgical procedure, a v-shape of the lower lid is removed thereby shortening the area and reducing the defect.—
Dr. John De Jong,
Boston Herald,
10 May 2026
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Part of that vision includes increasing how often NASA launches Artemis' Space Launch System (SLS) rocket — with the goal of shortening the gap between missions from a few years to about 10 months.—
Chelsea Gohd,
Space.com,
8 May 2026
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This awesome little robovac-mop is literally shaving a full workday a week off her already insane I'm-a-mom schedule.—
Joe Salas
May 09,
New Atlas,
9 May 2026
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Sobbing while shaving head in…what’s that movie?—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
9 May 2026
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According to this order, the space agency’s priorities should include landing people on the moon by 2028 and starting a permanent lunar outpost by 2030.—
Dan Vergano,
Scientific American,
11 May 2026
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The Knicks didn’t become a conference finalist by landing one savior at the top of the draft.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
11 May 2026
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The back-to-back debates offered plenty of cutting moments as Mayor Karen Bass, Councilmember Nithya Raman and reality television star Spencer Pratt faced off against each other.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 May 2026
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Porter focused on cutting bureaucracy, calling for a single statewide development permit to streamline approvals and reduce delays.—
Noe Padilla,
USA Today,
9 May 2026
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Since its debut, Rafael Amaya’s portrayal of Aurelio Casillas has become one of the most recognizable in Spanish-language television, anchoring a franchise that has captivated audiences for nearly a decade.—
Armando Tinoco,
Deadline,
7 May 2026
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Chris Olvera, Sophomore, Arlington Sam Houston Olvera scored four goals from the right back position while anchoring a backline that conceded just seven goals in district, earning District 8-6A First Team All District honors.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 May 2026
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After making a slew of undrafted free-agent signings, the Broncos are trimming their offseason roster as rookie minicamp kicks off this weekend.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
8 May 2026
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Brian Kemp signs 34 bills, trimming his backlog with days left to act on this year’s legislation.—
Adam Beam,
AJC.com,
6 May 2026
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People who know Key West's history a bit and have done some research before arriving.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 May 2026
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However, the virus is endemic in some areas of the country and Argentine authorities have found the couple, after arriving in Argentina on November 27, crossed back and forth over the border with neighboring Chile on several occasions before joining the cruise.—
Kara Fox,
CNN Money,
7 May 2026
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The lab didn't take DNA samples from each fish, which can be done by clipping off a tiny bit of one fin.—
Nell Greenfieldboyce,
NPR,
7 May 2026
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Piastri was next, then Russell too, clipping the Red Bull’s rear tire with his Mercedes’ front wing.—
Jonathan M. Gitlin,
ArsTechnica,
4 May 2026
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“Docking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/docking. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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