as in signs
to write one's name on (as a document)
the basketball star just inked a two-year contract with the most celebrated franchise in the NBA
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Recent Examples of inks
Samantha Subin, CNBC, 10 Oct. 2025
John Kell OpenAI, Databricks inks AI agents pact.
—John Kell, Fortune, 1 Oct. 2025
The company inks a deal with the L’Amy group for the design and distribution of its eyewear, and with Italian manufacturer Ittierre SpA for its secondary Pierre Balmain line.
—Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 19 Sep. 2025
In the comic version, Spider-Man inks a deal with Mephisto to make everyone forget his secret identity and to resurrect Aunt May.
—Jack Dunn, Variety, 10 Aug. 2025
Her husband, however, is the founder of a venture capital firm and frequently inks large returns on trades while also outperforming the S&P 500.
—Zach Lachance, The Washington Examiner, 10 Aug. 2025
PC Magazine, 30 Sep. 2025
Verb
Cheng Xin | Getty Images Rocket Lab shares have jumped 14% this week as the aerospace company inks new launch deals in the burgeoning space tech industry.
—Samantha Subin, CNBC, 10 Oct. 2025
John Kell OpenAI, Databricks inks AI agents pact.
—John Kell, Fortune, 1 Oct. 2025
The company inks a deal with the L’Amy group for the design and distribution of its eyewear, and with Italian manufacturer Ittierre SpA for its secondary Pierre Balmain line.
—Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 19 Sep. 2025
In the comic version, Spider-Man inks a deal with Mephisto to make everyone forget his secret identity and to resurrect Aunt May.
—Jack Dunn, Variety, 10 Aug. 2025
Her husband, however, is the founder of a venture capital firm and frequently inks large returns on trades while also outperforming the S&P 500.
—Zach Lachance, The Washington Examiner, 10 Aug. 2025
Noun
Black inks for the same printers tend to have less obvious smearing than the color ink, and many smear just enough to see a smudge, without harming readability.
—PC Magazine, 30 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inks
Verb
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If Maia signs Tallulah to Alyssa 180, her boss will have to promote her to manager.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
30 Oct. 2025
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Back at that kitchen table, our writer finally signs.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Oct. 2025
Noun
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After a while, the film starts hitting the same note, the testimonials growing increasing repetitive.—
David Browne,
Rolling Stone,
5 Nov. 2025
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Their testimonials on his website were not visible Friday.—
Michael Ruiz,
FOXNews.com,
24 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Then there are the designs that prioritize smart features.—
Elly Leavitt,
Vogue,
2 Nov. 2025
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Some store owners are afraid an update might break features on their site.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
2 Nov. 2025
Noun
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First Brands transferred more than $10 million to Battery Park between 2018 and 2025 to pay for his and his family’s personal expenses, according to court papers.—
Jonathan Randles,
Fortune,
5 Nov. 2025
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Proof of service includes a military ID card, VA card, or discharge papers.—
Gege Reed,
Louisville Courier Journal,
5 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Advertisement Made by History takes readers beyond the headlines with articles written and edited by professional historians.—
Time,
Time,
3 Nov. 2025
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Awards are presented for outstanding books, articles, liner notes and broadcast programs on the subject of music.—
Paul Grein,
Billboard,
30 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The Times’ error immediately garnered write-ups in The Washington Post, The New York Times, New York Magazine, and other outlets.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
30 Oct. 2025
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Collect those write-ups, even the tiny ones, and stack them like bricks.—
Chris Cardillo,
Rolling Stone,
23 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Do not call 911 for non-emergencies like power outages, animal problems, or to file routine reports.—
Marina Johnson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
3 Nov. 2025
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Rodent droppings, expired food and moldy ice were found at Crowley restaurants during recent health inspections, reports show.—
Shambhavi Rimal,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
3 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The daughter of Veronica Hearst, one of her era’s most stylish society swans, she was raised in a lavish Fifth Avenue apartment designed by Renzo Mongiardino featuring columns, tapestries, and Old Master paintings.—
Derek Blasberg,
Architectural Digest,
5 Nov. 2025
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Lavic displays and dramatic columns of ash.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 Nov. 2025
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“Inks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inks. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
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