kens 1 of 2

Definition of kensnext
plural of ken

kens

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verb

present tense third-person singular of ken, chiefly Scottish

Example Sentences

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Noun
  • Tidal marshes and the Intracoastal Waterway are just a couple of the sights to be seen.
    Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2026
  • Moore, the undersheriff since 2020, is seeking the countywide seat as the current officeholder, James Mendrick, sets his sights on the governor’s office.
    Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • While our instincts are to jump into action after something like this happens, allow yourself a moment to breathe.
    Mamie Bah, CBS News, 13 Mar. 2026
  • These stylistic choices highlight Blake’s songwriting instincts, which on other records could be drowned out by the overbearing production or long, meandering runtimes.
    Andrew Ryce, Pitchfork, 12 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • The financial dimensions are striking.
    Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 9 Mar. 2026
  • The company's installers are trained and certified, and every product is custom-built to fit the specific dimensions of each opening.
    Community's Choice Awards, Florida Times-Union, 7 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Neighbors are now living in fear, looking on as ICE apprehends people of color across Minnesota.
    Jason Rantala, CBS News, 19 Jan. 2026
  • The team successfully seizes two tons of gold and apprehends the leader of the criminal network.
    Isabella Wandermurem, Time, 14 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • In spring, wildflowers bloom across the Oklahoma prairies, while summer showcases the striking desert landscapes of Arizona and New Mexico under big, blue skies.
    Zoey Goto, Travel + Leisure, 8 Mar. 2026
  • Plus visiting Greece in the off-season reveals handsome landscapes without the heat and crowds that summer can bring.
    Katie Silcox, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • What readers are saying The conversation explores the impact of a holistic understanding of AI on students' learning experiences, with many participants emphasizing the importance of foundational skills before delving into AI.
    Rebecca Winthrop, Washington Post, 11 Mar. 2026
  • There were pre-dawn workouts, mid-morning core, mid-afternoon skills training and late-night shooting sessions.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 11 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Smart pills could provide doctors with new ways to access that information without putting patients through traditional scopes and sedation.
    Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 7 Mar. 2026
  • The footage inside the silicone throat was shot weeks prior; when the camera cuts to Howard, production used scopes of different lengths to indicate how far the tube may have gone down his throat.
    Marah Eakin, Vulture, 6 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Shakespeare’s fierce and primal tragedy follows the celebrated warrior who knows how to conquer enemies but not how to win hearts.
    Cincinnati Enquirer, Cincinnati Enquirer, 7 Mar. 2026
  • Miller also pointed to Miami switching things up, but knows that can’t be an excuse.
    Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 7 Mar. 2026
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“Kens.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kens. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.

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