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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
New Atlas, 24 Jan. 2026
Over and over, something of import seems about to happen, before the scene folds in on itself.
—Dan Sheehan, Literary Hub, 22 Jan. 2026
Some dishwashers have a special rack that folds down to hold these items.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 13 Jan. 2026
Over the garage, a living green roof folds the architecture deeper into its coastal environment, providing insulation and habitat alike.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 12 Jan. 2026
Once the wheel folds away in autonomous mode, a separate airbag in the instrument panel takes over, keeping protection intact at all times.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 9 Jan. 2026
Dezyfurni Mid Century Modern Bamboo Folding Desk This sleek and simplistic desk cleverly folds down when not needed, providing extra workspace in narrow or underutilized areas.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Jan. 2026
The TriFold has a 10-inch screen that folds in two places like a pamphlet, compared to the Galaxy Z Fold 7’s 8-inch screen that folds in half.
—Lisa Eadicicco, CNN Money, 5 Jan. 2026
At just two pounds, the mat folds up neatly or rolls up tightly to fit in a variety of luggage, including my Watershed dry bag for rafting trips and my Osprey backpack for hiking.
—The Editors, Outside, 31 Dec. 2025
Katie Kadue, Harpers Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
Elsewhere, narrow paths run past juniper trees and sheer canyon edges where the land drops away in sudden, vertiginous folds.
—Anna Zacharias, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Jan. 2026
Instead of lowering on a pedestal, the tabletop folds out of the way against the wall.
—New Atlas, 21 Jan. 2026
Light, floaty, and romantic, Pottery Barn’s voile bed skirt could easily skew frilly—but bright white cotton and sleek elegant folds help the design steer clear of fuss.
—Shoko Wanger, Architectural Digest, 20 Jan. 2026
When handling a wet or dry electric blanket, avoid creating sharp folds or creases.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 18 Jan. 2026
The 2024 Best of Beauty Award-winning Hyaluronic Acid Intensifier Multi-Glycan Serum still incorporates deep hydration that softens fine lines and facial folds, but now with even more dimension.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 17 Jan. 2026
Ha’s dress featured a floor-length full skirt that fanned behind her in a dramatic train, adding some extra drama and volume with some pleated folds on each side.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 14 Jan. 2026
At my feet, the pale folds of cloth gradually came apart, revealing two half-open eyes, surrounded by curly hair, which, tossed by the turbulence, looked strangely alive.
—Literary Hub, 12 Jan. 2026
Verb
Once the tent is deflated, the owner folds the floor back inside and closes the roof.
—New Atlas, 24 Jan. 2026
Over and over, something of import seems about to happen, before the scene folds in on itself.
—Dan Sheehan, Literary Hub, 22 Jan. 2026
Some dishwashers have a special rack that folds down to hold these items.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 13 Jan. 2026
Over the garage, a living green roof folds the architecture deeper into its coastal environment, providing insulation and habitat alike.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 12 Jan. 2026
Once the wheel folds away in autonomous mode, a separate airbag in the instrument panel takes over, keeping protection intact at all times.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 9 Jan. 2026
Dezyfurni Mid Century Modern Bamboo Folding Desk This sleek and simplistic desk cleverly folds down when not needed, providing extra workspace in narrow or underutilized areas.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Jan. 2026
The TriFold has a 10-inch screen that folds in two places like a pamphlet, compared to the Galaxy Z Fold 7’s 8-inch screen that folds in half.
—Lisa Eadicicco, CNN Money, 5 Jan. 2026
At just two pounds, the mat folds up neatly or rolls up tightly to fit in a variety of luggage, including my Watershed dry bag for rafting trips and my Osprey backpack for hiking.
—The Editors, Outside, 31 Dec. 2025
Noun
Some may find this a bit too fine-grained, overly implicated in language’s self-enfolding folds.
—Katie Kadue, Harpers Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
Elsewhere, narrow paths run past juniper trees and sheer canyon edges where the land drops away in sudden, vertiginous folds.
—Anna Zacharias, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Jan. 2026
Instead of lowering on a pedestal, the tabletop folds out of the way against the wall.
—New Atlas, 21 Jan. 2026
Light, floaty, and romantic, Pottery Barn’s voile bed skirt could easily skew frilly—but bright white cotton and sleek elegant folds help the design steer clear of fuss.
—Shoko Wanger, Architectural Digest, 20 Jan. 2026
When handling a wet or dry electric blanket, avoid creating sharp folds or creases.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 18 Jan. 2026
The 2024 Best of Beauty Award-winning Hyaluronic Acid Intensifier Multi-Glycan Serum still incorporates deep hydration that softens fine lines and facial folds, but now with even more dimension.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 17 Jan. 2026
Ha’s dress featured a floor-length full skirt that fanned behind her in a dramatic train, adding some extra drama and volume with some pleated folds on each side.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 14 Jan. 2026
At my feet, the pale folds of cloth gradually came apart, revealing two half-open eyes, surrounded by curly hair, which, tossed by the turbulence, looked strangely alive.
—Literary Hub, 12 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for folds
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Save some space in your makeup bag with this compact lip stain that doubles as blush.—
Isabel Garcia,
PEOPLE,
29 Jan. 2026
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Innovation focused on new spaces doubles a brand's chance of growth.—
Steven Wolfe Pereira,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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The video ends as Chakraborty collapses onto a couch and groans in pain with the officer continuing to yell at him to drop the knife.—
Colin Mixson,
New York Daily News,
4 Feb. 2026
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Perhaps owner Bob Nutting will intercede and order general manager Ben Cherington to sign McCutchen, fearing yet another public relations nightmare if the team’s relationship with a franchise legend collapses.—
Ken Rosenthal,
New York Times,
3 Feb. 2026
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Beijing is well aware of how US pressure could make governments become more wary of working with Chinese firms or re-evaluate existing ties, analysts in its policy circles say – something that’s already happened in Panama.—
Simone McCarthy,
CNN Money,
31 Jan. 2026
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Cannon-Grant was well-known in activist circles in Boston, earning numerous awards, including Boston Globe Magazine’s Bostonian of the Year award and a Boston Celtics Heroes Among Us award, both in 2020 amid nationwide protests following the killing of George Floyd.—
Louis Casiano,
FOXNews.com,
30 Jan. 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
Noun
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Prosecutors allege the defendants sold meal packs intended for vulnerable families overseas and exchanged millions in benefits for cash.—
Jennifer Nassour,
Boston Herald,
27 Jan. 2026
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Wolf packs go out of their way to avoid meeting not only people but wolves from other packs, too.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The Shift from Profit to Purpose While most companies are in the business of making money, history shows that greed as a business strategy often fails.—
Serenity Gibbons,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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And if all else fails, throw a boneless rib eye or skirt steak in the freezer until firm and use a sharp knife to slice it yourself.—
Jesse Szewczyk,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
27 Jan. 2026
Verb
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In the movie, Redford plays Roy Hobbs, who struggles his entire life to get a shot at playing professional baseball — a transformation of Arthurian legend into mythic Americana.—
Mark Olsen,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Jan. 2026
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Raymond James analysts upgraded the stock to an outperform rating, citing Sandisk's pricing momentum as new supply struggles to come online.—
Samantha Subin,
CNBC,
30 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Data centers can also create water shortages for neighboring communities.—
Chris Isidore,
CNN Money,
4 Feb. 2026
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One of the two entrances to Elephant Valley is outfitted with bee boxes; bees are known to be a natural elephant deterrent and can help in preventing the animals from disrupting crops or communities.—
Todd Martens,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Feb. 2026
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“Folds.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/folds. Accessed 6 Feb. 2026.
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