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Recent Examples of laurel
The Arizona Biltmore is not resting on its legendary laurels.
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David Weiss, Forbes.com, 29 July 2025
Of course, neither company is resting on its laurels.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 23 July 2025
Besides earning laurels for individual cows or producers, livestock farmers serve as representatives of their industry to fairgoers who stop by the barn.
—Ethan Wolin
july 20, Sacbee.com, 20 July 2025
Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer won Oscars for Best Picture and Best Director at the 96th Academy Awards, but don't expect the visionary filmmaker to rest on his laurels.
—Allison Degrushe Published, EW.com, 17 July 2025
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David Weiss, Forbes.com, 29 July 2025
Of course, neither company is resting on its laurels.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 23 July 2025
Besides earning laurels for individual cows or producers, livestock farmers serve as representatives of their industry to fairgoers who stop by the barn.
—Ethan Wolin
july 20, Sacbee.com, 20 July 2025
Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer won Oscars for Best Picture and Best Director at the 96th Academy Awards, but don't expect the visionary filmmaker to rest on his laurels.
—Allison Degrushe Published, EW.com, 17 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for laurel
Noun
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Add in the possibility of more extensive – and costly – work such as bridges, crowns, extractions or implants, and the anxiety can grow even stronger.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
13 Sep. 2025
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Mbilli, who has steadily been climbing the ranks, knows that a strong performance here could position him as the next challenger for the super middleweight crown.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Nearby balconies were draped with black ribbons.—
D. T. Max,
New Yorker,
15 Sep. 2025
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This inexpensive and easy craft just requires a small chalkboard, a little extra paint, and a pretty ribbon.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Under the Hatch Act, federal personnel, including members of Congress, are prohibited from wearing partisan or political apparel such as T-shirts, buttons or other political groups’ paraphernalia while carrying out official duties or wearing official insignia.—
Vivian Jones,
Nashville Tennessean,
5 Sep. 2025
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In Caracas today, military police in balaclavas and without insignia regularly patrol the streets.—
Andrew Raine,
CNN Money,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Previous recipients of the medal include Babe Ruth, Elvis Presley, Tiger Woods, Rush Limbaugh, Pope Francis, Hillary Rodham Clinton, Anna Wintour, Michelle Yeoh, and Denzel Washington.—
Brian Bennett,
Time,
11 Sep. 2025
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The medal is the nation's highest civilian honor.—
Melissa Galbraith,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Customers may purchase or rent a selection of media titles from Prime Video without having an Amazon Prime or Prime Video account.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
13 Sep. 2025
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And Women's 100-Meter Hurdles Remain Unpredictable Coming off another world indoor title, Olympic champion, and second fastest man of all-time, Grant Holloway is in position to become the first man to win four world outdoor championship titles in a row.—
Katelyn Hutchison,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Bold, sculptural silver jewelry worn throughout added a touch of cool, especially on a cool California vibe black tent dress.—
Roxanne Robinson,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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The Series 11 also has access to a wider range of finishes as it is offered in four aluminum colors (jet black, rose gold, silver, and space gray) and three titanium colors (slate, gold, and natural), whereas the Watch SE 3 only comes in aluminum in midnight and starlight.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Note the rose gold surrounds of the analog-style gauges.—
Mark Ewing,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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Made up of eight pieces, the high jewelry capsule’s designs are crafted from 18-karat ethical gold, aligning with Chopard’s Journey to Sustainable Luxury initiative unveiled in 2018.—
Thomas Waller,
Footwear News,
13 Sep. 2025
Noun
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At the previous two World Championships, the sprinter missed out on the bronze and finished fourth.—
Paras J. Haji,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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People don't understand the chemical reactions that occur when bronze and copper sculptures are placed outside.—
Theo Burman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Laurel.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/laurel. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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