Thesaurus results for KNOBS

knobs

noun

plural of knob

as in chunks

a small uneven mass toss a knob of butter into the frying pan

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Recent Examples of knobs Original moldings, door knobs, and wood paneling have been preserved, but spaces have been shaped for contemporary use including made disabled-accessible. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Sep. 2026 Then, gently pull or twist the knobs (depending on your appliance) to remove them. — Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 17 Sep. 2026 Key Takeaways Fresh ginger should feel firm, with plump knobs and taut skin, while soft or moldy pieces should be avoided. — Kathleen Ferraro, Verywell Health, 15 Sep. 2026 Bankston Architectural’s hardware (created in collaboration with prominent designers and architects) puts a graphic spin on everyday knobs and pulls, experimenting with striated wood handles and striking shapes like these sea urchin-like stars. — Lori Keong, Architectural Digest, 10 Sep. 2026 Some of the knobs look a little automotive-like, but the material choice is on a much higher level. — Andrew P. Collins, The Drive, 9 Sep. 2026 Use a drill or screwdriver to remove the existing handles or knobs, then attach a new set. — Emily Williams, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Sep. 2026 Clean the Hardware Before cleaning the handles, knobs, or drawer pulls, consider the hardware material. — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 1 Sep. 2026 All the mixes and all the pans and everything were all people operating the things, the pots, the knobs and things. — Kyle Eustice, SPIN, 24 Aug. 2026

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Noun

Along the way, there are a smattering of sea days, typically bunched together in two- or three-day chunks.

— Megan duBois, Southern Living, 29 Sep. 2026
Damaged Bark Lawn mowers, strimmers, and snowplows can take a major toll on tree health – especially if tree bark is peeled away in large chunks.

— Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 28 Sep. 2026

Definition of chunks

Noun

Nestled deep among the wads of shredded paper and other bric-a-brac, the occupants made not a squeak, concealed to anyone who looked through the carrier’s door.

— Shi En Kim, AZCentral.com, 21 Sep. 2026
Photos apparently taken by the men themselves show wads of cash on the seat of a car, in a plastic bag and in stacks on the floor of a location in New York.

— Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 1 July 2026

Definition of wads

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But globs of liquid mercury worked just fine to show the melting shards coming together, even though its toxicity meant the special effects crew had to wear protective gear over the two-day shoot.

— ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 28 Aug. 2026
Bathroom sink drains can become clogged from hair, globs of toothpaste, and soapy residue.

— Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 30 May 2026

Definition of globs

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The real estate sector is taking its lumps as Treasury yields surge, but Mizuho sees plenty of potential for two dividend-paying stocks in that corner of the market.

— Darla Mercado, CFP®, CNBC, 25 Sep. 2026
Through two weeks of the Dallas Cowboys’ season, there are some lumps that the team’s defense has taken that have been reminiscent of the last two porous efforts on that side of the ball.

— Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of lumps

Noun

Offering max-level cushioning without the bulk, these sneakers are easy to pair with plenty of pieces in your travel wardrobe and add a dose of personality that’s bound to draw compliments.

— Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2026
Crab shells, whole and in pieces, turned up all over the school, to be swept away with the dust and fallen leaves and other litter, placed in a trash bag, and carried off behind the buildings to the incinerator.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 28 Sep. 2026

Definition of pieces

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But the temporary arena is covering nearly the entirety of the White House's South Lawn, where Marine One usually lands to ferry the president to out-of-town trips and gobs of kids scramble in the grass during the Easter Egg Roll every spring.

— ABC News, ABC News, 11 June 2026
But the temporary arena is covering nearly the entirety of the White House’s South Lawn, where Marine One usually lands to ferry the president to out-of-town trips and gobs of kids scramble in the grass during the Easter Egg Roll every spring.

— Will Weissert, Chicago Tribune, 11 June 2026

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