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Recent Examples of fleabite
But this is just a fleabite; this is nothing; there must be some other way of doing it.
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Kathryn Jean Lopez, National Review, 30 Aug. 2021
Kathryn Jean Lopez, National Review, 30 Aug. 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fleabite
Noun
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But what if the initial hunch about these fiery pinpricks was … a little off?—
Paul Sutter,
Space.com,
23 Mar. 2026
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Infected people may also develop a pinprick red or purple rash that doesn’t disappear under pressure.—
Lauren J. Young,
Scientific American,
21 Mar. 2026
Noun
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When Michaels passes away someday, Neville’s documentary could be shown at his memorial without a trace of discomfort.—
Daniel Fienberg,
HollywoodReporter,
15 Apr. 2026
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The one thing many fans don’t get to see is how hard players have to work to get to the NHL and stay there, how pain and discomfort is part of their daily routine just to get to the games.—
Aaron Portzline,
New York Times,
15 Apr. 2026
Noun
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So whether its a belly rub, a favorite snack, or just a few extra minutes together, National Pet Day is as good as a reason as any to celebrate the ones who make our lives, and our homes, better.—
Kendall Malinchock,
USA Today,
11 Apr. 2026
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Sourced from Springer Mountain Farms, they are brined overnight, slowly roasted in duck fat with Zepeddie’s seasoning blend, then flash fried and tossed in a selection of housemade sauces and rubs.—
Tristan Graziano,
Charlotte Observer,
6 Apr. 2026
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This can be done through blood and skin tests, so people know whether to avoid allergies or irritants.—
Matt Fuchs,
Scientific American,
15 Apr. 2026
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Natural solutions like baking soda mixed with essential oils or a light vinegar spray for odors and stains are gentler alternatives that avoid introducing new irritants into your sleep environment.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Miami Herald,
10 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Meanwhile, Israel’s continued attacks on Lebanon, which have killed more than 2,000 people since March 2, and Gaza could also be a thorn in negotiations, as Iran previously insisted that any cease-fire apply to the rest of the region.—
Miranda Jeyaretnam,
Time,
15 Apr. 2026
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Both the Kremlin and White House had valued Eurosceptic Orbán as a kindred spirit ideologically and a thorn in the side of the EU.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
13 Apr. 2026
Noun
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But after developing a headache that lasted for several months, a friend convinced her to visit the emergency room.—
Brad Quick,
CNBC,
20 Apr. 2026
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This can create headaches for physicians and other providers.—
Noam N. Levey,
Hartford Courant,
20 Apr. 2026
Noun
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City code does say that livestock cannot become a nuisance.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
16 Apr. 2026
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The spider’s diet includes ants (Hymenoptera), flies and mosquitoes (Diptera) and beetles (Coleoptera) — a lineup that reads like a checklist of common household nuisances.—
Ryan Brennan,
Charlotte Observer,
15 Apr. 2026
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The procedural vote yesterday was our effort to advance President Trump's important legislative agenda while disabling a discharge petition that would force proxy voting and open a dangerous Pandora's box for the institution.—
Newsweek Staff,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Apr. 2025
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Advances in technology have opened an exciting possibility or perhaps stirred a Pandora's box.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes,
15 Oct. 2024
Cite this Entry
“Fleabite.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fleabite. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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