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as in kind
a number of persons or things that are grouped together because they have something in common
they are a very sports-minded couple, and most of their friends are of the same feather
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as in attire
dressy clothing
prom couples strutted into the ballroom in full feather
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as in spirit
a state of mind dominated by a particular emotion
you're in fine feather today
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as in to ribbon
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Recent Examples of feather
Greg Daugherty, Smithsonian Magazine, 4 June 2025
While paleontologists don’t know exactly when feathered, landbound dinosaurs gained the ability to fly, most scholars agree that Archaeopteryx is the earliest known bird.
—Margherita Bassi, Smithsonian Magazine, 15 May 2025
Miami Herald, 27 June 2025
The Fenty Beauty founder showed off her baby bump on the red carpet in a light blue custom Chanel semi-sheer silk chiffon top and skirt embellished with sequins, crystals and feathers.
—Escher Walcott, People.com, 30 June 2025
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Noun
Some loyalists were tarred and feathered, scalped, or even hanged.
—Greg Daugherty, Smithsonian Magazine, 4 June 2025
While paleontologists don’t know exactly when feathered, landbound dinosaurs gained the ability to fly, most scholars agree that Archaeopteryx is the earliest known bird.
—Margherita Bassi, Smithsonian Magazine, 15 May 2025
Verb
The owl, with its pointy feathers and bright yellow eyes, was spotted roosting on a branch after a day of high winds and heavy rains.
—Miami Herald, 27 June 2025
The Fenty Beauty founder showed off her baby bump on the red carpet in a light blue custom Chanel semi-sheer silk chiffon top and skirt embellished with sequins, crystals and feathers.
—Escher Walcott, People.com, 30 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for feather
Noun
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The festival is the largest of its kind in the United States and is sponsored by the San Jose Buddhist Church Betsuin.—
Jane Tyska,
Mercury News,
13 July 2025
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Allegiant does not tolerate disruptive behavior of any kind.—
Hollie Silverman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 July 2025
Noun
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The post-World War II 1960s introduced looser silhouettes as an answer to the constricted styles women wore in decades prior and festival attire coincided with the rise of the boho aesthetic.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
22 July 2025
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Fans should take note of the weather in their respective cities before putting on their chic cowboy-core attire.—
Caché McClay,
USA Today,
22 July 2025
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Each meal service is also accompanied by a variety of premium wine and spirits as well as soft drinks.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
20 July 2025
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Nearby is also Saint Paul Mountain Farms, an orchard and vineyard producing local wines, hard ciders and spirits.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
20 July 2025
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Moss poles: For climbers such as monstera, pothos, or some types of philodendrons, use a moss pole to hold up the plant.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 July 2025
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There are both bush and pole lima bean varieties, the latter growing up to ten feet tall or taller.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
19 June 2025
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Here’s a peek at the new flavors and some of the ingredients that inspired them: Lemon curd & whey This light and citrusy flavor uses whey as a substitute for lemon juice to make lemon curd that ribbons throughout the ice cream base.—
oregonlive,
oregonlive,
24 May 2023
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Introduce the color in small doses: a throw on the couch, ribbon on a wreath, trim around a lampshade, or even gift wrap on the packages.—
Savanna Bous,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 Nov. 2022
Noun
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The show also featured a regular segment on missing pets, in this case a dilute calico with a stripe down its nose.—
Frank Langfitt,
NPR,
20 July 2025
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Researchers in Palm Beach County are trying to figure out if patterns, such as stripes on a zebra, affect how lions chase prey.—
Bill Kearney,
Sun Sentinel,
17 July 2025
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There’s a multitude of panels, showcases, costume galas, cosplay and much more.—
Tiffany Leigh,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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The costume department is very keen to have tiny metaphors.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
28 July 2025
Noun
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The app is currently in test mode and available on iOS devices.—
Nushrat Rahman,
Freep.com,
30 July 2025
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Engage Velocity Max mode via the red V button and output jumps to 750 hp and 785 lb-ft.—
Josh Max,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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“Feather.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/feather. Accessed 2 Aug. 2025.
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