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as in collapses
to be unsuccessful
the business folded after just two months
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as in packs
a group of people sharing a common interest and relating together socially
ready to welcome their old Liberal friend back into the fold
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Recent Examples of folds
Helen Shaw, New Yorker, 2 Oct. 2025
When not in use, the blanket folds directly into the pillow and can be attached to your suitcase handle with a convenient clip, and with this in tow, you’re guaranteed to be the envy of your seatmates.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 27 Sep. 2025
The Gym Monster 2’s mat is a large black slab that folds down to the floor, with rubber feet on the bottom and a gray foam rubber pad on the top.
—PC Magazine, 23 Sep. 2025
The handlebar folds down, so users can roll the machine under their desk and walk while working, too.
—Claire Harmeyer, PEOPLE, 22 Sep. 2025
Nowadays, the best futons have a bit more finesse than a basic frame with a mattress topper that folds into a couch like a taco.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 19 Sep. 2025
This homage to Bottura’s mother is designed to be a comforting respite, a guesthouse with magical Italian dishes prepared by chef Jessica Rosval, who folds in distinctly Canadian flourishes from her home country.
—Jamila Robinson, Bon Appetit Magazine, 16 Sep. 2025
Táparo, a 31-year-old from the Santa Catarina region of Brazil, is an early pioneer of Italian brainrot music, a burgeoning macro-genre that folds the cast of characters into songs for every possible vibe.
—Kieran Press-Reynolds, Pitchfork, 10 Sep. 2025
But Jarmusch folds everything into the mix with an invisible hand.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 31 Aug. 2025
Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2025
The American Society for Microbiology said that warm, moist skin folds are more likely to collect microbes.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 28 Sep. 2025
This reusable water bottle folds flat when empty and takes up virtually no space.
—Julie Rousseau, Travel + Leisure, 27 Sep. 2025
Meanwhile, the second half folds in the aesthetics of Vegas strip cabarets with eerie melodies from movie scores like Danny Elfman’s Nightmare Before Christmas.
—Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 27 Sep. 2025
Pet parents should thoroughly check their pet's entire body for ticks, using a flea comb to help observe the skin under thicker fur and paying close attention to skin folds and tight areas, such as between an animal's toes.
—Kelli Bender, PEOPLE, 23 Sep. 2025
With a natural sheen and texture, the material also lends itself well to a desirable drape and elegant folds.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 19 Sep. 2025
The removable insulation liner makes for easy water dumping and cleaning, even if the fabric does have a few folds and creases in the corners.
—Adam Campbell-Schmitt, Bon Appetit Magazine, 18 Sep. 2025
Similarly, the sink drops down when needed and folds flush into the rear wall when done.
—New Atlas, 9 Sep. 2025
Verb
The play then folds itself in half, like a man with a bellyache.
—Helen Shaw, New Yorker, 2 Oct. 2025
When not in use, the blanket folds directly into the pillow and can be attached to your suitcase handle with a convenient clip, and with this in tow, you’re guaranteed to be the envy of your seatmates.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 27 Sep. 2025
The Gym Monster 2’s mat is a large black slab that folds down to the floor, with rubber feet on the bottom and a gray foam rubber pad on the top.
—PC Magazine, 23 Sep. 2025
The handlebar folds down, so users can roll the machine under their desk and walk while working, too.
—Claire Harmeyer, PEOPLE, 22 Sep. 2025
Nowadays, the best futons have a bit more finesse than a basic frame with a mattress topper that folds into a couch like a taco.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 19 Sep. 2025
This homage to Bottura’s mother is designed to be a comforting respite, a guesthouse with magical Italian dishes prepared by chef Jessica Rosval, who folds in distinctly Canadian flourishes from her home country.
—Jamila Robinson, Bon Appetit Magazine, 16 Sep. 2025
Táparo, a 31-year-old from the Santa Catarina region of Brazil, is an early pioneer of Italian brainrot music, a burgeoning macro-genre that folds the cast of characters into songs for every possible vibe.
—Kieran Press-Reynolds, Pitchfork, 10 Sep. 2025
But Jarmusch folds everything into the mix with an invisible hand.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 31 Aug. 2025
Noun
The patacabra wooden tool, which is used to set folds and seams on leather goods and is personal to each craftsperson, is also given star treatment here.
—Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2025
The American Society for Microbiology said that warm, moist skin folds are more likely to collect microbes.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 28 Sep. 2025
This reusable water bottle folds flat when empty and takes up virtually no space.
—Julie Rousseau, Travel + Leisure, 27 Sep. 2025
Meanwhile, the second half folds in the aesthetics of Vegas strip cabarets with eerie melodies from movie scores like Danny Elfman’s Nightmare Before Christmas.
—Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 27 Sep. 2025
Pet parents should thoroughly check their pet's entire body for ticks, using a flea comb to help observe the skin under thicker fur and paying close attention to skin folds and tight areas, such as between an animal's toes.
—Kelli Bender, PEOPLE, 23 Sep. 2025
With a natural sheen and texture, the material also lends itself well to a desirable drape and elegant folds.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 19 Sep. 2025
The removable insulation liner makes for easy water dumping and cleaning, even if the fabric does have a few folds and creases in the corners.
—Adam Campbell-Schmitt, Bon Appetit Magazine, 18 Sep. 2025
Similarly, the sink drops down when needed and folds flush into the rear wall when done.
—New Atlas, 9 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for folds
Verb
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Accessories that multitask, like a scarf that doubles as a blanket, or compression socks that look like regular crew socks.—
Alesandra Dubin,
Southern Living,
2 Oct. 2025
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Once inside, customers are further surprised by a vast mirror covering the floor, which doubles the visual effect of this store created for the third millennium.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
2 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Despite the unprecedented investment, productivity gains are elusive, employee adoption is shaky, and the business case often collapses under scrutiny.—
Christopher Lind,
Big Think,
7 Oct. 2025
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As part of the building collapses, screams can be heard.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
2 Oct. 2025
Noun
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On this day, inside the card shop, the disappointing packs didn’t send him home.—
Dan Woike,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
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Tendys are available in packs of 3 or 4 pieces and both come with two dipping sauces.—
Sabrina Weiss,
PEOPLE,
30 Sep. 2025
Verb
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At one point, Alex comes over to recheck his map and, seeing Rizo attempt to analyze his work, flops over on the puzzle, causing Rizo to pause.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
25 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Residents are being priced out while City Hall fails them.—
Miami Herald Staff,
Miami Herald,
8 Oct. 2025
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In the video sequence to follow, from the Wizards’ 129-125 victory in Detroit on March 13, Sarr fails to box out the Pistons’ Jalen Duren after a Pistons miss.—
Josh Robbins,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Rodger’s upcoming debut novel, which is due to publish in 2027, has been directing chatter in worldwide circles, leading to the auction.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
2 Oct. 2025
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The annual Philly Skillshare Convergence will occur over the coming Friday through Sunday, according to an advertisement circulating in antifa circles.—
Mia Cathell,
The Washington Examiner,
2 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Sarr struggles to finish shots through contact against heavier bigs.—
Josh Robbins,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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Forced to become a bloodsucker as part of Bill's punishment for vanquishing another, Deborah Ann Woll's Jessica struggles with her new, flesh-craving lifestyle.—
Matt Cabral,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Families and seniors are being priced out, while overdevelopment threatens the character of our historic communities.—
Miami Herald Staff,
Miami Herald,
8 Oct. 2025
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Families in small and rural communities tend to rely more heavily on public education.—
Megan O’Matz,
ProPublica,
8 Oct. 2025
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“Folds.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/folds. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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