forages 1 of 2

Definition of foragesnext
present tense third-person singular of forage
as in grazes
to feed on grass or herbs cows foraging in the pasture

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

forages

2 of 2

noun

plural of forage

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for forages
Verb
  • People taking anticoagulants can also experience serious bleeds from small cuts or grazes, uncontrolled nosebleeds, blood in the urine and, more rarely, brain hemorrhages or bleeding in the lungs.
    David Cox, NBC news, 5 Feb. 2026
  • As a journalist with a deep interest in our public lands, and a working rancher who grazes his own cattle on BLM ground in the same part of Montana where AP has been acquiring land, McKean is uniquely positioned at the intersection of all this.
    Dac Collins, Outdoor Life, 4 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • BodyArmor will replace Coca-Cola sister brand Powerade on the sidelines of March Madness this year as the soft drink giant hunts for the right formula to boost its pair of Gatorade challengers.
    Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 24 Feb. 2026
  • Families everywhere are gearing up for egg hunts, where children race to find hidden treasures in their backyards and parks, all while dreaming of chocolate bunnies and colorful eggs.
    Brandi D. Addison, Austin American Statesman, 23 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • This information is available by conducting some internet searches.
    Kevin Rennie, Hartford Courant, 28 Feb. 2026
  • Families like López’s often take matters into their own hands, organizing searches for dead bodies and hanging fliers in an attempt to continue their efforts and put pressure on local authorities.
    ABC News, ABC News, 27 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • The data that Bell collected on students would later influence what showed up in their Facebook feeds.
    Tyler Kingkade, NBC news, 24 Feb. 2026
  • Combined with the more enduring boho references that continue to dominate social feeds–like Jane Birkin’s free-spirited ’60s and ’70s style and Sienna Miller’s fondness for frills in the Noughties–the boho blueprint for 2026 is looking pretty eclectic.
    Alice Cary, Vogue, 24 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • Many scouts have also questioned whether Bailey has the bulk to consistently hold the point of attack.
    Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 27 Feb. 2026
  • The schedule is broken down by position group and players will be interviewed by teams and media; undergo different physical and mental exams; have their official draft day measurements taken and, maybe most importantly workout for scouts, fans and general mangers.
    Zoe Collins Rath, Austin American Statesman, 26 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • The series primarily concerns Flint's efforts to wrangle his crew and protect the lawlessness of the island New Providence, as well as quests to attain treasure across the high seas.
    Kevin Jacobsen, Entertainment Weekly, 25 Feb. 2026
  • Focusing only on gains also says nothing about the nature of the journeys taken, the process travelers use to convert furtive motion into self-reinvention, and the places that assist or block these quests.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 18 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • Vendors sold everything from $5 wood fire pizzas to $13 combo plates from Mexican meals to Chinese food and more.
    Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado February 28, Sacbee.com, 28 Feb. 2026
  • Outside of the cabin, these wipes come in handy at meals, while taking public transportation, and when cleaning up small messes at the hotel.
    Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 27 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • In a 2020 investigation, the Washington Post reported that at least 30 people had died and hundreds were injured from 2016 to 2019 when police used PIT maneuvers to stop pursuits.
    Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 27 Feb. 2026
  • This period will require more time spent with a romantic partner, as hours devoted to other pursuits may get in the way.
    Faith Bugenhagen, Austin American Statesman, 26 Feb. 2026
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Forages.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/forages. Accessed 3 Mar. 2026.

More from Merriam-Webster on forages

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

More from Merriam-Webster