font

noun

ˈfänt How to pronounce font (audio)
Definition of fontnext
as in source
a point or place at which something is invented or provided a domestic diva who is a seemingly endless font of new ideas

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Recent Examples of font Those efforts are being led by a handful of firms big on dopamine-inducing zigzags, retro fonts, and zingy names. — Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 6 Oct. 2026 The familiar design styles, complete with brush stroke ribbons and distressed fonts. — Adam Taylor, Forbes.com, 2 Oct. 2026 Two months ago, Morocco made large-font, boldface global headlines. — Monitor's Editorial Board, Christian Science Monitor, 1 Oct. 2026 That change ultimately didn’t take when the deal closed — why mess with a font synonymous with Hollywood? — Erik Hayden, HollywoodReporter, 28 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for font
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  1. source
  2. origin
  3. fountain
  4. cradle
Noun
  • However, a source familiar with the situation told Sportico that the NCAA is not currently part of the latest funding discussions, which are focused squarely on the Pentagon.
    — Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 12 Oct. 2026
  • Its introduction will provide an early opportunity for the next commissioner to demonstrate progress on a recurring source of frustration.
    — Jackson Thompson OutKick, FOXNews.com, 11 Oct. 2026
Definition of source
Noun
  • For anyone who spends a lot of time online, the series’s AI origins are hard to miss.
    — Britta Miller, The Washington Examiner, 14 Oct. 2026
  • Gerwig explained that the classic-rock warhorse matches her vision of the film, which adapts Lewis’ origin story for Narnia.
    — Brian Hiatt, Rolling Stone, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of origin
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  • The 190,000-square-foot Royal Poinciana Plaza, designed in 1957 by renowned architect John Volk in the heart of Palm Beach Island, features lush gardens, palm trees, fountains and two central courtyards.
    — David Moin, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2026
  • Anchored by a 17th-century Swiss stone fountain, the courtyard establishes a sense of unity.
    — Michael James Gardner, Architectural Digest, 8 Oct. 2026
Definition of fountain
Noun
  • According to tradition, the day after she was baptized, her cradle was surrounded by a mysterious swarm of white bees, which entered her mouth, but didn't harm her or even wake her up.
    — Adam Harrington, CBS News, 6 Oct. 2026
  • This ecosystem has been the cradle of many major innovative high-tech companies, as well as those sparking innovation and growth in other sectors.
    — Andrew McAfee, Foreign Affairs, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of cradle

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“Font.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/font. Accessed 17 Oct. 2026.

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