as in OK
being to one's liking
once they hook up the game system, everything will be jake around here
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Recent Examples of jake
Avoid using tom or jake decoys on public lands and always keep decoys in a bag when walking through the woods.
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Adam Moore, Outdoor Life, 10 Mar. 2023
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Adam Moore, Outdoor Life, 10 Mar. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for jake
Adjective
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Are some chargers okay to leave plugged in?—
Lee Wallender,
The Spruce,
11 June 2026
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Despite the scary situation, the Royals are relieved Lugo is okay given the circumstances.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
11 June 2026
Adjective
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Brunson, a second-round draft pick, had fine years in Dallas but played second fiddle, at best, to Luka Doncic.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
14 June 2026
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In a pinch, Aparacio says a simple mixture of soap and water will also work just fine.—
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
14 June 2026
Adjective
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But the kids are alright, too, and several up-and-comers are name-checked as ones to watch.—
Max Mathews,
New York Times,
9 June 2026
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Critics wound up simmering down to 66% fresh on Masters of the Universe but audience seemed to be alright with it at 87% on Rotten Tomatoes, and a 65% definite recommend.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
7 June 2026
Adjective
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And, as surveys repeatedly suggest, most of them seem to be doing all right.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
7 June 2026
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Sort of like—all right, let’s like slow this thing down.—
Charlie Warzel,
The Atlantic,
5 June 2026
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“Jake.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jake. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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