Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for kneads
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Inside the facility, Angela empties her pockets, a guard scans her with a metal-detection wand, pats her down and asks her to spread her legs.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
31 Jan. 2026 -
The clip, shared by Sarah Ingle (@saraheingle), a dedicated dog fosterer, shows seven-month-old Cookie Crisps nestled in her arms while Ingle gently pats her bottom.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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To make them, Espiricueta renders leftover brisket fat in the oven overnight, strains the liquid, steeps it with shallots, garlic, and herbs, and molds the mixture into votives.—
Patricia Kaowthumrong,
Denver Post,
2 Dec. 2025
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The sandal has a toe post, a strap with an adjustable buckle, and the brand's signature cork-latex footbed with a deep heel cup that gradually molds to your foot after each wear.—
Gabriela Garcia,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Nov. 2025
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Kasa 1080p Indoor Pan/Tilt Wired Security Camera While not specifically designed for pet owners like the first two options, this Kasa indoor camera works for pet, baby and security-monitoring inside your home.—
Trisha Easto,
USA Today,
16 Feb. 2026
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The recent release of Emerald Fennell’s version of Emily Brontë’s 1847 classic has prompted a new wave of debates over literary fidelity, but the truth is that Wuthering Heights works no matter the context or the culture.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
16 Feb. 2026
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The coating forms a rough texture that prevents liquids from sticking.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
17 Feb. 2026
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In particular, wild blueberries contain soluble fiber, a type of fiber that forms a gel-like consistency in water, which can help aid in digestion.—
Eleesha Lockett,
Verywell Health,
17 Feb. 2026
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The new owner is Gary (Justin Kirk), who chases off anyone who comes around.—
Television Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Feb. 2026
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Next to Pika Pika Paradise is a colorful birthday cake filled with Alcremie, and a Kangaskhan and Dragonite battle as a Fidough chases Eevees nearby.—
Jordan Moreau,
Variety,
27 Jan. 2026
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“Kneads.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kneads. Accessed 19 Feb. 2026.
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