jake

Definition of jakenext
slang

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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. Adam Moore, Outdoor Life, 10 Mar. 2023 See All Example Sentences for jake
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Adjective
  • Notice in the chart below that the trade sees profits above $110, although those profits are capped at $130; that’s okay because that’s close to the prior highs, where the stock will likely encounter resistance.
    Michael Khouw, CNBC, 2 Apr. 2026
  • In other words, sure, SR-1 Freedom makes no sense for Skyfall, but that’s okay, because Skyfall wouldn’t exist without SR-1 Freedom.
    David W. Brown, Scientific American, 31 Mar. 2026
Adjective
  • The Henry Clay Frick House, er, mansion, spans an entire city block along Fifth Avenue—and nearly every inch is filled with the art enthusiast’s collection of old master paintings and fine furniture.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Mar. 2026
  • The charges against him each carry a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison and fine of $10,000.
    Mirna Alsharif, NBC news, 29 Mar. 2026
Adjective
  • Knowing that raising good humans is still part of the secret sauce to success means that in the end, the kids are going to be alright.
    Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 23 Feb. 2026
  • Santa's job is to make sure everybody else is alright.
    Lizzie Hyman, PEOPLE, 21 Nov. 2025
Adjective
  • Will Brennan, Drew Gilbert and Grant McCray were possibilities for the roster, but San Francisco’s bench on Opening Day will feature Oliva, Jerar Encarnacion, Christian Koss and Daniel Susac — all right-handed hitters.
    Justice delos Santos, Mercury News, 25 Mar. 2026
  • Multiple people got involved, voluntarily jumping down the hill to see if Daly was all right.
    Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 23 Mar. 2026

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“Jake.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jake. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.

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