flosses

Definition of flossesnext
plural of floss
as in furs
a soft airy substance or covering used cotton floss to simulate Santa's beard

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Noun
  • The drama centered around a citizen petition to prohibit the sale of some wild animals furs.
    Olivia Young, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
  • The proposal, which would outlaw the sale, barter, or trade of wildlife furs and furbearer parts statewide, is similar to Ordinance 308, which would have banned the sale of new fur products in Denver.
    Dac Collins, Outdoor Life, 5 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Remove thick, dense piles of wet and matted leaves, or consider gently fluffing them up with a rake.
    Heather Zidack, Hartford Courant, 14 Mar. 2026
  • Don't leave piles of mulch, compost, or weeds lying around the vegetable garden.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Planning around children’s schedules, including naps and feeding times, can reduce frustration during travel.
    Dallas Morning News, Dallas Morning News, 13 Mar. 2026
  • Having stretched out on the chaise for movie nights, naps, and even one full night, Griggs touts the sofa’s firm yet cozy seat and durable upholstery.
    Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 12 Mar. 2026
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“Flosses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flosses. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.

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