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as in equipment
items needed for the performance of a task or activity
grabbed his gear, threw on his pads, and headed out to the football field for practice
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as in things
transportable items that one owns
you can store your gear in the overhead bin during the flight
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3
as in clothing
covering for the human body
the latest in kid gear
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as in to model
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Recent Examples of gear
Leonard David, Space.com, 26 Apr. 2025
Kelenic ultimately got into gear, trying to get at least a double, but he was thrown out at second base.
—Dan Freedman, Forbes.com, 26 Apr. 2025
Rafael Olmeda, Miami Herald, 17 Apr. 2025
Many posts on social media — many of them geared toward women — promote high protein diets for weight loss.
—Alice Callahan, New York Times, 9 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Plopping down on its four landing legs, the spacecraft delivered ten science instruments and technology demonstration gear through the Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) initiative.
—Leonard David, Space.com, 26 Apr. 2025
Kelenic ultimately got into gear, trying to get at least a double, but he was thrown out at second base.
—Dan Freedman, Forbes.com, 26 Apr. 2025
Verb
County Administrator Monica Cepero pointed to a number of improvements geared toward tourism, including the expansion of the Broward County Convention Center and the construction of the new hotel, operating under the Omni banner, at 1950 Eisenhower Blvd.
—Rafael Olmeda, Miami Herald, 17 Apr. 2025
Many posts on social media — many of them geared toward women — promote high protein diets for weight loss.
—Alice Callahan, New York Times, 9 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gear
Noun
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Heavy equipment was sent into the hole via a slope and walls had to be built to ensure the safety of rescue workers, the outlet added.—
Latoya Gayle,
People.com,
2 May 2025
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On Friday, the brand — best known for its internet-breaking Bala Bangles, $55 — is launching Bala Mama, a collection of fitness equipment for pre- and postnatal.—
Emily Burns,
Footwear News,
2 May 2025
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The challenge has always been to figure out how to personalize things without spending inordinate amounts of time and money mapping out every possible path a student might take.—
Ray Ravaglia,
Forbes,
28 Dec. 2024
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As a business owner, higher profit margins, all other things being equal, are more valuable.—
Bill Stone,
Forbes,
28 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Where to Shop Freethinkers General Store Owner Lisa Jenkins handpicks each item for Freethinkers General Store, which sells clothing, jewelry, bags, shoes, and gifts such as candles, games, notebooks, and puzzles.—
Amanda Ogle,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Apr. 2025
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Allergens can enter your home on shoes, clothing, pet fur, and even your own hair, according to Marilee Nelson, an environmental and toxin expert and the cofounder of Branch Basics.—
Katelyn Squiers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Apr. 2025
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And my husband and I modeled that by honoring our own boundaries.—
Dr. Marita Kinney, BCC, Msc.D,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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Based on a 22% tariff rate modeled by Bloomberg Economics, lower gross margins could result in a net income contraction of about 7% in 2025 for the S&P 500, compared with the current consensus estimate of nearly 12% growth, wrote Bloomberg Intelligence chief equity strategist Gina Martin Adams.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
28 Apr. 2025
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In recent years, the world’s largest military apparatuses—the U.S. Department of Defense and NATO—have added climate change to their war games.—
Brett Simpson,
The Atlantic,
28 Mar. 2025
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But when Buck calls Athena (Angela Bassett) in to say goodbye, Bobby reveals there was a hole in the air supply line of his breathing apparatus.—
Patrick Gomez,
EW.com,
18 Apr. 2025
Verb
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While the residence has a jewel-box atmosphere, with luxurious emerald green drapes, ruby red bathroom tiles, Murano chandeliers, and beautifully patterned throw pillows on the couches and beds, that balcony is a total scene stealer.—
Bailey Berg,
Architectural Digest,
1 May 2025
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Meanwhile, Spike Lee sported a black and white patterned suit by Louis Vuitton, adding his signature flair with a pair of Air Jordan sneakers.—
Mecca Pryor,
Essence,
28 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Classic Rock, the stuff jocks listened to at parties and practice?—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
29 Apr. 2025
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Here’s how to build nonlinear thinking into your day: For anyone and everyone: • Feed your brain weird stuff.—
Lee Salisbury,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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The Kardashians star was dressed in comfy casual attire, sporting a navy blue sweater and a pair of light gray joggers.—
Kirsty Hatcher,
People.com,
1 May 2025
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When: 3-6:30 p.m. Cost: $65 for non-members, $50 for members, $75 day of event Dress in your finest derby attire and head to Derby Days 2k25, hosted by Young Affiliates of The Mint.—
Denise Casalez,
Charlotte Observer,
29 Apr. 2025
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“Gear.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gear. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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