flexures

plural of flexure

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for flexures
Noun
  • Its plumpness was waning, its folds disappearing.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 16 Oct. 2025
  • Decoding the body’s folds The team used advanced EpiSwitch® 3D Genomics technology from Oxford BioDynamics to study how DNA folds within cells, a process that affects which genes turn on or off.
    Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 9 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Innerspring mattresses typically aren’t flexible enough for this bed frame type because of their encased coils.
    Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 10 Oct. 2025
  • Hidden underneath or behind your fridge, the coils play a crucial role in keeping your appliance functioning properly.
    Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Laser light and microscopic lenses then carry out convolutions faster and with lower energy needs.
    Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 8 Sep. 2025
  • The team turned their model loose on the series of treelike modifications and convolutions in the Indo-European family of languages.
    Jake Buehler, Quanta Magazine, 28 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • Usually crafted from wool, the rug is made up of rows of popcorn-like loops and has a welcoming quality thanks to its soft texture.
    Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Oct. 2025
  • The bottoms also have flat rivets at the back and watch pocket, single needle stitching construction, back darter risers, and three-point belt loops for a sleek look.
    Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 13 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • But others offered different twists.
    Michael Russo, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025
  • With three seasons already under its belt, The Way Home has delivered plenty of heartfelt drama, compelling mysteries, and unexpected time-travel twists.
    Allison DeGrushe, Entertainment Weekly, 6 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Her dark hair swept over the right side of her head with curls combed down over her shoulder.
    Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2025
  • With her hair in bouncy curls that rival Sarah Jessica Parker’s in the iconic TV show, the singer struts through 30 Rock while smiling at her own inner monologue.
    Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 15 Oct. 2025
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“Flexures.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flexures. Accessed 20 Oct. 2025.

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