laurel

Definition of laurelnext

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Recent Examples of laurel But with the series mothballed for more than a year prior to being officially axed, Meloni has not been resting on his laurels. — Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 8 June 2026 These plants are only hardy to Zone 8, so gardeners in colder climates should plant bay laurel in pots and move them indoors for the winter. — Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 June 2026 Just be sure to avoid planting the spurge-laurel variety, which is an invasive plant. — Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 6 June 2026 Rather than using insecticidal sprays in the garden, use plants like marigolds, lavender, rosemary, and bay laurel that repel insects. — Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 6 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for laurel
Recent Examples of Synonyms for laurel
Noun
  • The Cubs will finish in second place in the National League Central for the fourth consecutive season — with the first-place Milwaukee Brewers having clinched their fourth straight division crown.
    — Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 19 Sep. 2026
  • The Astros are in a heated race with the Texas Rangers for the American League West divisional crown.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 18 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • The partnership will also give Brooks a major presence at Selhurst Park, with branding across pitchside and digital ribbon LEDs, stadium screens and TVs, static stadium assets and the club’s media backdrops.
    — Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 18 Sep. 2026
  • The skirt also featured a ribbon waist tie and a sheer, tulle underlayer visible beneath the thigh-high slit.
    — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 18 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • So, bareheaded, Comella poked around in these tiny holes, using his flashlight to examine the various documents floating around for FDNY insignia.
    — Peter Wilkinson, Rolling Stone, 11 Sep. 2026
  • The American designer — who’s known for his off-kilt suiting, signature red, white and blue insignia, and theatrical runway shows — was among the first designers to work with the actress and invite her to her first CFDA Fashion Awards.
    — Kathy Lee, Footwear News, 9 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Both the American Horticultural Society and the Garden Club of America have recognized Godshalk with national medals.
    — Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 19 Sep. 2026
  • In July, Grunis reported to Russian President Vladimir Putin that his troops had captured the town of Kostiantynivka and he was later awarded the Hero of Russia medal.
    — Hanna Arhirova, Los Angeles Times, 16 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • The episode title, though, nods to the venerable stand-up reality competition Last Comic Standing.
    — Tasha Robinson, Vulture, 22 Sep. 2026
  • Four Spanish series seasons and three movies feature in Netflix Top 10s of the streaming giant’s biggest non-English hits ever, more titles than from any other country in the world.
    — Anna Marie de la Fuente, Variety, 21 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Catherine Zeta-Jones Catherine Zeta-Jones attended the London premiere of Kill Jackie premiere in a sparkling silver Zuhair Murad gown with a matching cape.
    — Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Ivanka’s robin’s-egg-blue dress and matching jacket featured delicate silver embroidery—a direct sartorial acknowledgment of the visiting delegation.
    — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 25 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Morgan and Arisa go into the first crypt, and there’s nothing but gold.
    — Alice Burton, Vulture, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Jodie Woods served as a bright complement to her sister’s gold look, wearing a pink Alberta Ferretti evening gown that features a distinctive, theatrical floor-length cape detail integrated into a sleek silhouette with a high-leg slit.
    — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • The look started with a sheer black top with a high neckline and sleeves broken up by tiers of fabric, with long panels hanging over the bronze pleated skirt.
    — Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 24 Sep. 2026
  • Thieves stole six bronze sculptures by Peter Gehring valued at over €100,000 ($114,000) from the garden of a museum near Munich.
    — Devorah Lauter, ARTnews.com, 24 Sep. 2026

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“Laurel.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/laurel. Accessed 27 Sep. 2026.

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