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Recent Examples of hoops
Unlike last year, there's currently not a household name like Cooper Flagg in college hoops right now.
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Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025
From the Sports Desk Who's ready for hoops?
—Ray Padilla, Louisville Courier Journal, 4 Nov. 2025
This is going to be a battle from day one, with all three well-prepared to dominate college hoops from the opening tip.
—Sam Vecenie, New York Times, 3 Nov. 2025
The 6-foot-9, 190-pound sophomore from Fort Washington, Maryland, who did not play hoops in high school, was introduced to the sport during his five years in the Navy.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 2 Nov. 2025
The show that brought us Lauren and Cameron is killing time by having an NBA point guard watch exes shoot hoops to decide who gets custody of the wedding ring neither paid for.
—Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 30 Oct. 2025
Attendees will also get to enjoy the 12 pinball machines, racing games, retro games, giant centipede, air hockey, Guitar Hero, hoops, Skee Ball and so much on the night of frights.
—Avidxchange Music Factory, Charlotte Observer, 24 Oct. 2025
Frost cloth can be laid directly on top of sturdy plants, but should be supported with hoops or rope between posts for delicate plants.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Oct. 2025
The model rounded out the look with light-green circular hoops that appear to be resin or ceramic and hang from smaller metal hoops.
—Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2025
Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025
From the Sports Desk Who's ready for hoops?
—Ray Padilla, Louisville Courier Journal, 4 Nov. 2025
This is going to be a battle from day one, with all three well-prepared to dominate college hoops from the opening tip.
—Sam Vecenie, New York Times, 3 Nov. 2025
The 6-foot-9, 190-pound sophomore from Fort Washington, Maryland, who did not play hoops in high school, was introduced to the sport during his five years in the Navy.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 2 Nov. 2025
The show that brought us Lauren and Cameron is killing time by having an NBA point guard watch exes shoot hoops to decide who gets custody of the wedding ring neither paid for.
—Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 30 Oct. 2025
Attendees will also get to enjoy the 12 pinball machines, racing games, retro games, giant centipede, air hockey, Guitar Hero, hoops, Skee Ball and so much on the night of frights.
—Avidxchange Music Factory, Charlotte Observer, 24 Oct. 2025
Frost cloth can be laid directly on top of sturdy plants, but should be supported with hoops or rope between posts for delicate plants.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Oct. 2025
The model rounded out the look with light-green circular hoops that appear to be resin or ceramic and hang from smaller metal hoops.
—Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hoops
Noun
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Originally commissioned for Queen Maria Cristina in the late 19th century, the tiara features upright diamond loops with white pearls at the center of each sinuous turn.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
5 Nov. 2025
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In practice, these demos show neuromorphic AI achieving millisecond-range sensing and decision loops.—
Srishti Gupta,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Gather acorns on your next nature walk to craft these charming napkin rings.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Nov. 2025
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Her phone rings once and goes to voicemail.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Indiana has a long history of marching bands entertaining crowds — not just at halftime, but to stadiums full of fans.—
Jenny Porter Tilley,
IndyStar,
3 Nov. 2025
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Organizers say this year's parade includes 29 floats, 26 performers, nearly a dozen marching bands and more.—
Natalie Neysa Alund,
USA Today,
3 Nov. 2025
Noun
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What's really behind the baby bust The reasons Americans choose not to have children are hotly debated in academic circles, with many attributing America’s baby bust to shifting priorities and societal norms.—
Jessica Guynn,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
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Ankle circles Sit or stand and slowly draw large circles with your foot, moving from your ankle joint rather than your toes.—
Dana Santas,
CNN Money,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
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This new shoe assortment builds upon the brand’s other recent lifestyle ventures, including handbags, socks, underwear, belts, caps and luggage, as well as footwear collaborations with Oliver Cabell and Hey Dude.—
Stephen Garner,
Footwear News,
5 Nov. 2025
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The typical snow belts downwind of the Great Lakes are so far the most likely to achieve this feat later this weekend into next week, with lake-effect possible after the cold front swings over the lakes on Sunday.—
Mary Gilbert,
CNN Money,
5 Nov. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Hoops.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hoops. Accessed 9 Nov. 2025.
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