as in chunks
a small uneven mass
toss a knob of butter into the frying pan
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Recent Examples of knobs
Features turn out to be like volume knobs for concepts; turn them up and the model will talk about little else.
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James Somers, New Yorker, 3 Nov. 2025
Door Knobs & Handles Door knobs and handles are touched every day multiple times a day.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 3 Nov. 2025
The store has Tivoli’s Model One table radio, with a throwback-style, wood-grain frame, circle speaker grill and knobs, but 2025’s sound quality and connectivity.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 17 Oct. 2025
It’s made from durable, attractive stainless steel and has ergonomic knobs that are easy to grip.
—Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 16 Oct. 2025
Modern qubit circuits have more knobs and wires and things, but that’s just how to tune the levels, how to couple or entangle them.
—Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 8 Oct. 2025
In her book, the formula for infusing a sense of airiness into a small kitchen is yellow cabinets paired with crystal knobs and quartz countertops.
—Tessa Cooper, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Oct. 2025
The interior of the concept comprises sumptuous leatherwork and controls defined by physical knobs, dials, and switches.
—Stephen Treffinger, Robb Report, 5 Oct. 2025
What looked to be a keyboard stand had been outfitted with an audience-facing drumhead at either end, between which lay a hopelessly tangled nest of tubes, knobs, and cables.
—Matthew Sherrill, Harper's Magazine, 19 Feb. 2025
James Somers, New Yorker, 3 Nov. 2025
Door Knobs & Handles Door knobs and handles are touched every day multiple times a day.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 3 Nov. 2025
The store has Tivoli’s Model One table radio, with a throwback-style, wood-grain frame, circle speaker grill and knobs, but 2025’s sound quality and connectivity.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 17 Oct. 2025
It’s made from durable, attractive stainless steel and has ergonomic knobs that are easy to grip.
—Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 16 Oct. 2025
Modern qubit circuits have more knobs and wires and things, but that’s just how to tune the levels, how to couple or entangle them.
—Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 8 Oct. 2025
In her book, the formula for infusing a sense of airiness into a small kitchen is yellow cabinets paired with crystal knobs and quartz countertops.
—Tessa Cooper, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Oct. 2025
The interior of the concept comprises sumptuous leatherwork and controls defined by physical knobs, dials, and switches.
—Stephen Treffinger, Robb Report, 5 Oct. 2025
What looked to be a keyboard stand had been outfitted with an audience-facing drumhead at either end, between which lay a hopelessly tangled nest of tubes, knobs, and cables.
—Matthew Sherrill, Harper's Magazine, 19 Feb. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for knobs
Noun
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The neck of his daughter's guitar pokes out above chunks of concrete.—
Jane Arraf,
NPR,
3 Nov. 2025
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Those two buyers went on to sell chunks of their stakes to Libero Football Finance, a German company, and NIPA Capital, based in the Netherlands.—
Chris Weatherspoon,
New York Times,
3 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Rake It Flat After clearing out the weeds and plant debris from your beds, use a rake to smooth the soil and break up any clumps of dirt.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Nov. 2025
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People with Alzheimer’s tend to have clumps of proteins called amyloid plaques that accumulate around the brain cells.—
Carrie Madormo,
Verywell Health,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Hanging ornaments with care can be one of the highlights of the holiday season, but untangling wads of string lights is far less enjoyable.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
22 Oct. 2025
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Everyone gathered around to help flip the meat, stuffing wads of lettuce wraps into their cheeks and washing it down with soju.—
Irene Yoo
September 26,
Literary Hub,
26 Sep. 2025
Noun
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He is viewed as a superb talent and a very coachable player, which leads to thinking that he will be better served by staying in Pittsburgh, working with the NHL staff and taking his lumps.—
Josh Yohe,
New York Times,
3 Nov. 2025
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Gradually whisk in warm chicken stock until no lumps remain; stir in andouille sausage, okra, and bay leaf.—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
31 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Fumbling with the plastic nubs can be painful and frustrating.—
Zoe Gates,
Outside,
28 Oct. 2025
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This wooden foot massager roller features an arched design and rows of nubs to hit different acupressure points to provide relief.—
L. Daniela Alvarez,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The Toronto Blue Jays have tried to add big-name pieces over the last couple of years in free agency, and that very well could be the case this offseason after just missing out on a World Series title.—
Patrick McAvoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Nov. 2025
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Readers will also learn how to repurpose existing garments into new items such as hats, bags, slippers and other patchwork pieces.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
10 Nov. 2025
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After spending lots of time resetting the social media company’s AI strategy—and gobs of money hiring the best technical talent imaginable—Meta is making even more changes.—
Andrew Nusca,
Fortune,
20 Aug. 2025
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The electric motors add 242 horsepower—and gobs of low-end torque.—
Michael Harley,
Forbes.com,
18 Aug. 2025
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“Knobs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/knobs. Accessed 18 Nov. 2025.
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