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Recent Examples of indents
Laura Fenton, Parents, 5 Mar. 2026
An iridescent bronze defines the upper for the All-Star edition, while its indents are shaped like stars.
—Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 29 Jan. 2026
Celebrity nail artist Queenie Nguyen gives these bright copper nails indents and grooves for a unique way to dress them up.
—Audrey Noble, Vogue, 19 Dec. 2025
Noun
Whisk light corn syrup with a bit of water, brush it into indents, and sprinkle on colored sugar.
—Laura Fenton, Parents, 5 Mar. 2026
An iridescent bronze defines the upper for the All-Star edition, while its indents are shaped like stars.
—Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 29 Jan. 2026
Celebrity nail artist Queenie Nguyen gives these bright copper nails indents and grooves for a unique way to dress them up.
—Audrey Noble, Vogue, 19 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for indents
Noun
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In-room mini bars feature sodas and Topo Chico, and snacks include chips and Tate’s chocolate chip cookies.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 Mar. 2026
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In case these weren’t enough reasons to buy this staple on repeat, here are a few of my favorite ways to improve the party with a bag of chips.—
Anna Hezel,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
19 Mar. 2026
Noun
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When the band sits too high, the shoulder straps bear excess weight, often leading to deep indentations or tension.—
Malana VanTyler
March 20,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 Mar. 2026
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Even the faintest scratches and indentations become legible.—
Ryan Brennan,
Kansas City Star,
9 Mar. 2026
Verb
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After centuries of use, the board bore grooves and marks left by real human hands moving real pieces across its surface.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
19 Feb. 2026
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Bar Tab Dan Stahl grooves to a cover band in melting-pot midtown.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Indents.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indents. Accessed 23 Mar. 2026.
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