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as in sweat
a state of nervous or irritated concern
he worked himself into a lather waiting for the results of the test
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as in to lick
to strike repeatedly
the farmer lathered the recalcitrant mule
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Recent Examples of lather
Kiana Murden, Vogue, 13 Mar. 2025
Instead, the water from your shower helps create that satisfying lather.
—Jessica Kasparian, SELF, 10 Feb. 2025
Mackenzie Cummings-Grady, Billboard, 1 Apr. 2025
If anything, lathering serum upon serum to your face could actually be causing more harm than good, potentially triggering breakouts, redness and irritation.
—Caroline C. Boyle, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2025
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Noun
Transforming from an oil into a gentle lather, this hydrating body wash cleanses without stripping the skin of its natural oils.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 13 Mar. 2025
Instead, the water from your shower helps create that satisfying lather.
—Jessica Kasparian, SELF, 10 Feb. 2025
Verb
Cardi then proceeds to lather herself up with the tan-colored goop, rubbing it all over her face and chest before licking some residue off her fingers.
—Mackenzie Cummings-Grady, Billboard, 1 Apr. 2025
If anything, lathering serum upon serum to your face could actually be causing more harm than good, potentially triggering breakouts, redness and irritation.
—Caroline C. Boyle, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lather
Noun
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Pour about 4 ounces steamed hazelnut milk over the espresso in a latte cup or glass, topping with a light layer of foam.—
Laura Mclively,
Mercury News,
1 May 2025
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This pair of Brooks is designed with just the right amount of springy foam to support you on the run.—
Jennifer Heimlich,
SELF,
30 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The mesh back won’t trap heat or sweat (unlike a typical ball cap).—
Jessica Kasparian,
SELF,
23 Apr. 2025
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Dirt and sweat can dry and harden your gloves and soil the inside, defeating their purpose of protecting your hands.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
22 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Flames were licking the upper branches of tall trees.—
Eric Adler,
Kansas City Star,
17 Apr. 2025
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While investors are licking their wounds from a plunging stock market, and businesses brace for economic fallout, major investment banks are reaping extraordinary profits, according to Wall Street Journal.—
Jack Kelly,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The chute opens, and rambunctious No. 2 bursts out with an impatient huff.—
Phillip Valys,
Sun Sentinel,
15 Mar. 2025
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Volunteers were charged around 25 cents per huff, bringing in good profit for those who’d invested in the necessary gas tanks, tubes, and breathing bags.—
Oshan Jarow,
Vox,
7 Dec. 2018
Verb
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Verdugo lashed hard line drives in his first two at-bats with the Braves, off Twins pitcher Chris Paddack.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Apr. 2025
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A day after his remarks, the president lashed out against the Fed chair.—
Rachel Barber,
USA Today,
18 Apr. 2025
Noun
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After being acclimated to the new terrain, the dolphin was released and ushered past the surf line by local surfers.—
Brendan Rascius,
Miami Herald,
25 Apr. 2025
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If frolicking in the surf or deep-sea swimming isn’t quite your jam, don’t worry—there’s an infinity-edge pool, along with an oceanfront loggia, a summer kitchen, and several sun terraces meant to mimic the coastline.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
24 Apr. 2025
Noun
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This gift is perfect for the mom who wants to look her best without the fuss or time commitment of traditional styling methods.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
17 Apr. 2025
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Slip-on sneakers are a non-negotiable for me on a road trip — no laces, no fuss, just an easy style that works from rest stop to restaurant.—
Jennifer Vermeer,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Apr. 2025
Verb
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That means the weather was ripe for fire, and wind gusts of up to 25 miles per hour quickly whipped the fire toward inhabited areas.—
Stephanie Pappas,
Scientific American,
23 Apr. 2025
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Those already on the skating rink floor are showing off their skills: doing tricks (sometimes with a partner), two-stepping to the beat and whipping their bodies into turns that seem impossible.—
Kailyn Brown,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Apr. 2025
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“Lather.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lather. Accessed 5 May. 2025.
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