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as in collapses
to be unsuccessful
the business folded after just two months
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as in circles
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
Matt Morris, Space.com, 4 Mar. 2026
Article’s Nordby took the top spot in our list of the finest sofa beds for its attractive price point and easily convertible frame that folds out into a full-size pullout bed.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 3 Mar. 2026
The cushions are bouncy and covered in a fade-resistant material, and when not in use, the chair folds to save space.
—Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 1 Mar. 2026
The standard Baggu holds up to three grocery bags’ worth of items, yet folds down into a flat, five-inch pouch that fits in the palm of my hand.
—Kayla Kitts, Travel + Leisure, 27 Feb. 2026
The key is to look for something that folds easily or is thin enough to slide behind a piece of furniture when not in use.
—Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 26 Feb. 2026
An oversized canopy folds down to almost entirely shade your kiddo from the sun.
—Erica Zazo, Outside, 20 Feb. 2026
Precise placement is possible using DNA origami, which folds DNA into nanoscale shapes to guide molecules into position.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 31 Jan. 2026
Once the tent is deflated, the owner folds the floor back inside and closes the roof.
—New Atlas, 24 Jan. 2026
Stephanie Pappas, Scientific American, 6 Mar. 2026
The camera on the Honor Robot Phone folds back into the body of the device.
—Arjun Kharpal, CNBC, 1 Mar. 2026
In the Giotto bed skirt, folds don’t just ripple so much as elegantly undulate, glistening with the kind of delicate sheen that only sateen and silk can accomplish.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 28 Feb. 2026
His frame simultaneously lays back and folds inward.
—Christopher Anderson, Vanity Fair, 27 Feb. 2026
Wearing gloves, dip a clean cloth into the solution and wipe down all of the gasket’s surfaces, including between folds and seams.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 26 Feb. 2026
Because there are no traditional joints, the device can withstand thousands of folds.
—Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 25 Feb. 2026
Spray any visible bed bugs and common bed bug hiding spots, such as the seams, edges, and folds of the mattress and box spring.
—Emily Benda Gaylord, The Spruce, 25 Feb. 2026
Mixing too vigorously, overkneading, or doing too many rounds of stretches and folds can overdevelop the gluten, Scheck says.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 22 Feb. 2026
Verb
The battery compartment has a latch that folds up to unscrew it when the battery needs changing but otherwise keeps it flat and out of the way during observation.
—Matt Morris, Space.com, 4 Mar. 2026
Article’s Nordby took the top spot in our list of the finest sofa beds for its attractive price point and easily convertible frame that folds out into a full-size pullout bed.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 3 Mar. 2026
The cushions are bouncy and covered in a fade-resistant material, and when not in use, the chair folds to save space.
—Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 1 Mar. 2026
The standard Baggu holds up to three grocery bags’ worth of items, yet folds down into a flat, five-inch pouch that fits in the palm of my hand.
—Kayla Kitts, Travel + Leisure, 27 Feb. 2026
The key is to look for something that folds easily or is thin enough to slide behind a piece of furniture when not in use.
—Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 26 Feb. 2026
An oversized canopy folds down to almost entirely shade your kiddo from the sun.
—Erica Zazo, Outside, 20 Feb. 2026
Precise placement is possible using DNA origami, which folds DNA into nanoscale shapes to guide molecules into position.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 31 Jan. 2026
Once the tent is deflated, the owner folds the floor back inside and closes the roof.
—New Atlas, 24 Jan. 2026
Noun
Though processes such as glaciation and erosion largely shape the profile of most mountains, the Zagros Mountains trace the literal folds of the continental collision in long, unbroken ridges.
—Stephanie Pappas, Scientific American, 6 Mar. 2026
The camera on the Honor Robot Phone folds back into the body of the device.
—Arjun Kharpal, CNBC, 1 Mar. 2026
In the Giotto bed skirt, folds don’t just ripple so much as elegantly undulate, glistening with the kind of delicate sheen that only sateen and silk can accomplish.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 28 Feb. 2026
His frame simultaneously lays back and folds inward.
—Christopher Anderson, Vanity Fair, 27 Feb. 2026
Wearing gloves, dip a clean cloth into the solution and wipe down all of the gasket’s surfaces, including between folds and seams.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 26 Feb. 2026
Because there are no traditional joints, the device can withstand thousands of folds.
—Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 25 Feb. 2026
Spray any visible bed bugs and common bed bug hiding spots, such as the seams, edges, and folds of the mattress and box spring.
—Emily Benda Gaylord, The Spruce, 25 Feb. 2026
Mixing too vigorously, overkneading, or doing too many rounds of stretches and folds can overdevelop the gluten, Scheck says.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 22 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for folds
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Garcia and Arraez followed with back-to-back RBI doubles to cut the Dominican Republic’s lead to one run, 4-3.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
12 Mar. 2026
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By the end of 2024, Eala had accumulated five ITF singles titles and three ITF doubles titles.—
Ryan Brennan
March 11,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Mar. 2026
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Bluff collapses, sometimes caused by natural erosion, are not uncommon in north San Diego and along beaches in North County.—
Karen Kucher,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
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The game between Dallas and the Columbus Blue Jackets is postponed by the NHL after Stars forward Rich Peverley collapses on the bench during the first period.—
Senior Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2026
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Among critics and in press circles, Wahlberg is a bit of a tarnished superstar after that petulant display, but audiences still love their Jack Dawson.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
13 Mar. 2026
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Collins has finished with a winning record in five of his eight seasons at the helm and is known in basketball circles for his ability to develop under-the-radar players.—
Grace Raynor,
New York Times,
12 Mar. 2026
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Fortunately for shareholders, the stock grants come with a feature similar to equity options that somewhat reduces Musk’s payday, especially in a case like the one above where the plan flops.—
Shawn Tully,
Fortune,
29 Nov. 2025
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Amina blows her mom a kiss and then flops down in her crib, pretending to be asleep.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Oct. 2025
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Six packs of lamb legs were above cold holding temperature.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
13 Mar. 2026
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Police found 27 packs of baseball cards hidden under Smith’s clothing and in a cardboard box, per the court documents.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
12 Mar. 2026
Verb
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If the Senate fails to pass it, what happens?—
Allison Pecorin,
ABC News,
16 Mar. 2026
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Finally, the court will determine whether the TPS holders equal-protection claim fails on the merits.—
Zoe Sobel,
NPR,
16 Mar. 2026
Verb
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However, the study shows that VQE frequently struggles to handle them accurately.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Mar. 2026
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If John does agree to explore his options in politics, things will get worse for Carolyn, who struggles to keep a brave face in light of the scrutiny that is hitting her from all sides.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
13 Mar. 2026
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The San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce released a comprehensive binational report Wednesday outlining a five-pillar strategy to address the Tijuana River contamination crisis, a problem that has plagued South San Diego County communities for decades.—
Walker Armstrong,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Mar. 2026
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The fund — which seeks to foster economic development in traditionally underserved communities — approves grants on a competitive basis and are all but assured to be backed by the State Bond Commission, whose approval also is required.—
Kenneth R. Gosselin,
Hartford Courant,
11 Mar. 2026
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“Folds.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/folds. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.
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