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Recent Examples of lave
Such ties lave little resemblance to alliances such as NATO, where participation is voluntary and leaders are democratically elected.
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Loren Thompson, Forbes, 26 Apr. 2022
The running game had been ineffective through long stretches of the night, laving Cal with a rather lifeless attack.
—Bruce Jenkins, SFChronicle.com, 27 Sep. 2019
To Eastward San Diego’s heights Stretch downward to the bay
Which coyly laves her with the waves
Wherein the dolphins play.
—San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 June 2019
Loren Thompson, Forbes, 26 Apr. 2022
The running game had been ineffective through long stretches of the night, laving Cal with a rather lifeless attack.
—Bruce Jenkins, SFChronicle.com, 27 Sep. 2019
To Eastward San Diego’s heights Stretch downward to the bay
Which coyly laves her with the waves
Wherein the dolphins play.
—San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 June 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lave
Verb
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Local organizations aim to preserve the lake’s pristine condition through monitoring, boat-washing stations, and other initiatives that minimize the impact of waste and control the spread of invasive species.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 2026
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Here, fabric care and pediatric experts share their best tips for washing baby and toddler clothing and bedding safely.—
Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
2 June 2026
Verb
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Utilized in treatments and in the decor, gold is all around, and to be bathed in it is quite the indulgence.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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Ng'ikalei Loito, 33, was bathing in just such an area when she was attacked by a crocodile.—
Tommy Trenchard,
NPR,
31 May 2026
Verb
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In 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, Ralph Fiennes' Dr. Ian Kelson literally lip syncs for his life.—
Nick Romano,
Entertainment Weekly,
17 Jan. 2026
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Juicy sobs into Athena’s arms, and Kenya freaks out about potentially having to lip sync against Juicy.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
3 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Roy splashed ashore and ran along the old dock.—
Byron W. Dalrymple,
Outdoor Life,
4 June 2026
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Nearby, a little girl splashed in the fountain beneath the landmark flagpole overlooking South Livermore Avenue.—
Martha Ross,
Mercury News,
4 June 2026
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“Lave.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lave. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.
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