Definition of kenspecklenext
chiefly Scottish

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for kenspeckle
Adjective
  • Tips for a great visit Arriving early can make a noticeable difference.
    Taylor Haught, Kansas City Star, 21 Apr. 2026
  • Use the dome light and flashers to make your vehicle more noticeable.
    CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 21 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • Starlink has 10,000 satellites, a commanding lead over Amazon’s 200-strong Leo constellation; Globalstar has a further 25, but the real prize is control over part of the electromagnetic spectrum.
    Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson, semafor.com, 16 Apr. 2026
  • In the case of Project Nightingale, that number is constrained by the fact that only 100 examples of the commanding convertible will be built.
    Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 14 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • Amid widespread reconsideration of prominent people accused of wrongdoing, some wondered whether Jackson might disappear from playlists.
    Kelefa Sanneh, New Yorker, 20 Apr. 2026
  • Kevin Hart, Dave Chappelle, Chris Rock, Spike Lee, Martin Lawrence, Jennifer Hudson, Judge Reinhold, Tracy Morgan and Kenan Thompson were among the prominent entertainers, comedians and actors who stepped out to celebrate Murphy at AFI's event.
    Tommy McArdle, PEOPLE, 20 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • The latest development marks a dramatic departure from when the company was founded in 2015 by former professional soccer player Tim Brown and renewable resources expert Joey Zwillinger.
    ABC News, ABC News, 15 Apr. 2026
  • Macy's closed its headquarters in Cincinnati two years after shuttering its downtown Cincinnati store, which was among dozens of stores Macy's closed across the country as foot traffic declined, primarily due to a dramatic shift toward online shopping and discount stores.
    Randy Tucker, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • There’s also a marked interest in petite cakes for smaller (or even solo) gatherings.
    Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 9 Apr. 2026
  • Nearly two dozen marked and unmarked police cars from different agencies were involved in the chase at some point.
    Cindy Krischer Goodman, Sun Sentinel, 23 Mar. 2026
Adjective
  • The remarkable feat represents a big stride for China in its technological rivalry with the US, which has thus far boasted more sophisticated humanoid models.
    Chris Lau, CNN Money, 19 Apr. 2026
  • Eventually, some investors reach a remarkable milestone.
    Steve Booren, Denver Post, 19 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • The change is even more pronounced among younger voters, with negative views among those ages 18 to 34 surging over the past year.
    Samantha-Jo Roth, The Washington Examiner, 19 Apr. 2026
  • Heavenly’s influence on indie rock got more pronounced over time.
    Brett Milano, Boston Herald, 17 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • Inspired by director Daniel Blake Schwartz’s real-life experiences, this striking debut feature charts the uneven cycles of addiction and recovery among several interconnected lives in Chelsea, Massachusetts with grit and emotional clarity.
    Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 16 Apr. 2026
  • Use a pair of 10X50 binoculars to spot C/2025 R3's glowing nucleus, or long-exposure photography to capture striking details in Comet PanSTARRS' tail as it's buffeted by the solar wind.
    Anthony Wood, Space.com, 16 Apr. 2026
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“Kenspeckle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kenspeckle. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.

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