kens 1 of 2

Definition of kensnext
plural of ken

kens

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of ken, chiefly Scottish

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for kens
Noun
  • During their trailblazing journey, the four of them traveled farther from Earth than any spacefarer in human history ever has while seeing sights of the moon's far side that no one else has ever experienced.
    Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 9 Apr. 2026
  • In this subscriber exclusive, Matt Lavietes, Daniel Arkin and Adam Reiss share the sights, sounds and mood inside the Suffolk County Courthouse.
    Elizabeth Robinson, NBC news, 9 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Zach Justice, a popular podcaster, says clippers’ gut instincts are often helpful for virality.
    Andrew Zucker, HollywoodReporter, 9 Apr. 2026
  • Your instincts are currently an excellent guide, so speak plainly, listen fully, and let connections unfold at a pace that feels real.
    Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 8 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Cooling in two dimensions In a new set of experiments conducted by researchers at the University of Vienna, TU Wien, and Ulm University, the team trapped a nano-dumbbell rotor using a laser’s electric field.
    Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 6 Apr. 2026
  • The dimensions of the timbers correspond exactly to the drawings of the ship that survive, and the dendrochronological dating matches the vessel’s year of construction in 1772.
    Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 5 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Though the team immediately apprehends a suspect, the Marshals end up taking criticism from both sides.
    Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 21 Mar. 2026
  • Neighbors are now living in fear, looking on as ICE apprehends people of color across Minnesota.
    Jason Rantala, CBS News, 19 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Even someone like me, who avoids intense adventure travel but loves nature photography, can’t help but be struck by the landscapes.
    Rachel King, Travel + Leisure, 11 Apr. 2026
  • The aesthetics for every vendor vary to subtly evoke landscapes or cuisines or moods.
    Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 11 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • While your expressive nature loves the spotlight, group work is currently the ideal way to showcase your skills without accidentally bragging.
    Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 8 Apr. 2026
  • The program focuses on traffic, bicycle and life safety skills for young children.
    Janice Phelan, Kansas City Star, 8 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Men in khaki stood with scopes on rooftops nearby, and questions among newer protesters circulated.
    Mark Dee, Idaho Statesman, 28 Mar. 2026
  • Jonathan Cook testified that police also found 100 other firearms, scopes and hundreds of rounds of ammunition.
    Laura Bauer, Kansas City Star, 26 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Mansaray knows the challenges of financial dependence firsthand.
    ABC News, ABC News, 11 Apr. 2026
  • Jalen Brunson knows any variation of offensive plays featuring both him and All-Star teammate Karl-Anthony Towns can be difficult, nearly impossible for opposing defenses to guard.
    Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 10 Apr. 2026
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“Kens.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kens. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.

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