as in coward
a person without strength of character
a doormat who always gave in to his father's demands
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Recent Examples of doormat
The striped design, available in bright green and neutral beige, can be used all on its own or paired with another doormat.
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Megan Schaltegger, People.com, 18 Apr. 2025
Last but not least, the home features the coziest front porch, complete with eye-catching front and side railings, that can be transformed into the perfect space for unwinding with outdoor furniture, a porch swing, a set of string lights, and a stylish doormat, of course.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2025
Best Outdoor Decor Deals Bird baths, doormats, pathway lights, and rugs transform patios into enjoyable oases ideal for enjoying the sunshine and entertaining guests.
—Ali Faccenda, People.com, 11 Apr. 2025
Beautiful by Drew Barrymore Arched Coir Doormat This Beautiful by Drew Barrymore doormat is a charming and cute accessory to dress up your front porch just in time to enjoy it.
—Megan Schaltegger, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Jan. 2025
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Megan Schaltegger, People.com, 18 Apr. 2025
Last but not least, the home features the coziest front porch, complete with eye-catching front and side railings, that can be transformed into the perfect space for unwinding with outdoor furniture, a porch swing, a set of string lights, and a stylish doormat, of course.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2025
Best Outdoor Decor Deals Bird baths, doormats, pathway lights, and rugs transform patios into enjoyable oases ideal for enjoying the sunshine and entertaining guests.
—Ali Faccenda, People.com, 11 Apr. 2025
Beautiful by Drew Barrymore Arched Coir Doormat This Beautiful by Drew Barrymore doormat is a charming and cute accessory to dress up your front porch just in time to enjoy it.
—Megan Schaltegger, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for doormat
Noun
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Floundering in his career and stressed about planning his wedding, Yvan’s woes compound when his oldest friends turn their insults on him, calling him a coward, an amoeba and a fan of motel art.—
Emily McClanathan,
Chicago Tribune,
7 May 2025
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That’s when one coward hit me from behind with a backpack.—
Brie Stimson , Louis Casiano,
FOXNews.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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This is a world of untamed wilderness, home to hippos that wade through the reeds, fish eagles that circle overhead and fishermen who paddle their dugout canoes with a cautious eye on the water.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes,
20 Feb. 2025
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From best-selling cedarwood to orange blossom sets, browse our favorite reed diffusers below to find the next signature scent for your home.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
28 Apr. 2025
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“Doormat.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/doormat. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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