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as in clothes
covering for the human body
those are some pretty fancy duds you're wearing
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as in things
transportable items that one owns
you have one hour to pack up your duds and clear out of here
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Recent Examples of duds
To see that kind of big-budget artistry properly lionized, given some of the duds the Academy has recognized in recent years—I’m looking at you, Green Book—felt like a true triumph.
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David Sims, The Atlantic, 16 Mar. 2026
Sometimes things are too good to be true or simply don't work, but there are nuggets of gold among the duds.
—Melissa Epifano, The Spruce, 26 Jan. 2026
This latest stretch all came on the heels of following up one of the best wins — not just of the season, but statistically in franchise history — in Oklahoma City with that pair of duds at home against Toronto and Indiana.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 19 Jan. 2026
Here were the studs and duds from the 49ers’ brutal, likely season-defining loss.
—Dieter Kurtenbach, Mercury News, 4 Jan. 2026
The show has far more excellent episodes than duds, so choosing our favorite installments wasn't easy.
—Dan Snierson, Entertainment Weekly, 27 Dec. 2025
Thursday’s three division games probably seemed sure-fire when first scheduled but have turned out to be late-season duds.
—Miami Herald, 23 Dec. 2025
After a pair of high-drama endings and a duo of duds, the College Football Playoff narrowed its field to eight, with the defending champs still favored to repeat.
—J.j. Bailey, New York Times, 21 Dec. 2025
The biggest action scenes are duds, the closing twists are a mixed-bag, and what’s teased for the final episodes seems less appealing than spending that time in whatever future these adolescents will have after all the fireworks fade.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 26 Nov. 2025
David Sims, The Atlantic, 16 Mar. 2026
Sometimes things are too good to be true or simply don't work, but there are nuggets of gold among the duds.
—Melissa Epifano, The Spruce, 26 Jan. 2026
This latest stretch all came on the heels of following up one of the best wins — not just of the season, but statistically in franchise history — in Oklahoma City with that pair of duds at home against Toronto and Indiana.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 19 Jan. 2026
Here were the studs and duds from the 49ers’ brutal, likely season-defining loss.
—Dieter Kurtenbach, Mercury News, 4 Jan. 2026
The show has far more excellent episodes than duds, so choosing our favorite installments wasn't easy.
—Dan Snierson, Entertainment Weekly, 27 Dec. 2025
Thursday’s three division games probably seemed sure-fire when first scheduled but have turned out to be late-season duds.
—Miami Herald, 23 Dec. 2025
After a pair of high-drama endings and a duo of duds, the College Football Playoff narrowed its field to eight, with the defending champs still favored to repeat.
—J.j. Bailey, New York Times, 21 Dec. 2025
The biggest action scenes are duds, the closing twists are a mixed-bag, and what’s teased for the final episodes seems less appealing than spending that time in whatever future these adolescents will have after all the fireworks fade.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 26 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for duds
Noun
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The Knicks only truly made things interesting in minutes the former Brooklyn Nets star and sure-fire first-ballot Hall of Famer spent on the bench on Tuesday.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
1 Apr. 2026
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Upstairs at Place, things are a little more formal.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Carry a windshield scraper, jumper cables, a small shovel, flashlight, cell phone, blanket and additional warm clothing, drinking water, and high-calorie non-perishable food.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
31 Mar. 2026
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It is named after Edward Dilworth Latta, a traveling salesman who opened a clothing store in 1876.—
Chase Jordan
March 30,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The model shop made everything, and all the Xenonite stuff was crafted by them.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
28 Mar. 2026
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That was one of nine strikeouts for Bradley, who showed flashes of the electric stuff that has made the Twins so excited about his future.—
Betsy Helfand,
Twin Cities,
28 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Anyone wearing cow attire — inside the restaurant or at the sure-to-be-buzzin’ drive-thru — will receive a free select entree or kid’s meal.—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
31 Mar. 2026
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Additionally, the Office of Career Services offers access to the Crimson and Cream Closet, where individuals can select professional interview attire free of charge in preparation for the upcoming fair.—
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2026
Noun
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With its solid wood construction and rich espresso finish, this unit can support your belongings on its three sturdy shelves.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2026
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The situation escalated when one member of the group used profanity while gathering their belongings.—
Darlin Tillery,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The Heat’s zone worked on several second-half possessions, but Miami still allowed too many open threes -- and had too many defensive breakdowns -- when the game was decided in the fourth quarter.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
30 Mar. 2026
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Bush is charged with murder, home invasion and criminal possession of a firearm, and is being held in lieu of a $2 million court set bond.—
Sean Krofssik,
Hartford Courant,
29 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Another version used the bubble-wand photo to give Graham a pink Cinderella-style dress and a set of Mini Mouse ears, complete with perky red bow.—
Theresa Braine,
New York Daily News,
1 Apr. 2026
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According to data collected in 2025 by luxury watch resale marketplace Chrono24, Gen Z buy more classic dress watches than any other age demographic.—
Leah Dolan,
CNN Money,
1 Apr. 2026
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Carrying weight without the same strain Many outdoor activities involve carrying significant loads, from camera equipment to camping gear.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
30 Mar. 2026
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Several people were injured and police in riot gear deployed in some towns.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
30 Mar. 2026
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“Duds.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/duds. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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