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noun

Definition of fingernext
as in stick

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verb

as in to identify
to find out or establish the identity of thus far authorities haven't been able to finger the person who's been lighting fires around town

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Recent Examples of finger
Noun
Poke a hole in each tomato with your finger and shake to drain juices and seeds from inside tomatoes into bowl. — Claire Saffitz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 31 July 2026 The Reginald the Vampire alum wore a ring on that finger during the interview, which was released on Tuesday, July 28. — Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 30 July 2026
Verb
Some tropical species, like paddle grass, have long, threadlike stigmas that finger the water for pollen. — David George Haskell, Big Think, 27 Mar. 2026 In this way, the team was able to label specific internal regions corresponding to finger angles. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 25 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for finger
Recent Examples of Synonyms for finger
  1. stick
  2. identify
  3. cutlet
  4. pinpoint
  5. patty
  6. find
  7. cake
  8. distinguish
Noun
  • But unlike Washington’s courses, China’s are bundled with cameras, platforms, and judicial exchanges that make the rest of its architecture stick.
    — Natalia Cote-Muñoz, Foreign Affairs, 3 Aug. 2026
  • In separate large bowl of electric mixer beat together softened butter (1 stick) and 3/4 cup sugar at medium speed until pale and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
    — Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of stick
Verb
  • The spiritual leader and Nobel peace laureate has said his office will have the sole authority to identify his reincarnation, who will be found outside China.
    — CNN Money, CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026
  • This is how recovery becomes a business when a brand defines itself beyond what its products do to identify how the customer needs it most; when that need becomes unmistakably visible; and what the total experience will ultimately mean.
    — Lilian Raji, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of identify
Noun
  • It's all drizzled over thin chicken cutlets that take just a few minutes to brown in a skillet.
    — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 9 July 2026
  • Cook the chicken in batches, if necessary, to avoid crowding the pan (the cutlets should fit snugly in a single layer) until golden and cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes for each side.
    — Martha Stewart, Martha Stewart, 21 June 2026
Definition of cutlet
Verb
  • If a doctor can pinpoint a specific cause of the decline, such as weight gain or a particular medication, addressing that problem should come first, the outlet notes.
    — Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 29 July 2026
  • Utilizing tools like journaling can aid in pinpointing dissatisfaction.
    — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026
Definition of pinpoint
Noun
  • Because lamb is part of the mixture, grill the patties until cooked through but don’t overcook.
    — Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 July 2026
  • The patties are meltingly tender with juices concentrated in the center, and plump like lion’s-head meatballs.
    — John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 28 July 2026
Definition of patty
Verb
  • Packable, walkable, comfortable—three keywords to bookmark when shopping for a travel sandal, though finding all of them in one pair can be a journey of its own.
    — Rosie Jarman, Vogue, 3 Aug. 2026
  • If found not guilty due to a lack of criminal responsibility, she would be committed to a state mental health facility.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of find
Noun
  • Each spoonful was rich and silky, with creamy vanilla pudding coating tender banana slices and vanilla wafers that soaked up enough sweetness to become cake-like.
    — Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 30 July 2026
  • But broken down into single components, the favorite cake layer was yellow, with chocolate at its heels.
    — Carolynn Carreño, Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2026
Definition of cake
Verb
  • In an era dominated by physical defenders, Baresi distinguished himself through his reading of the game, redefining the sweeper role by combining defensive authority with the ability to launch attacks from deep.
    — CNN Money, CNN Money, 31 July 2026
  • If the tax result is largely the same whether Buffett gives now or later, what actually distinguishes one billionaire’s giving from another’s?
    — Sydney Lake, Fortune, 30 July 2026
Definition of distinguish

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