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as in to stack
to form or arrange parts or pieces of something on top of each other; to form or arrange (something) in layers
The next step in the recipe is to layer the pasta and the sauce in the pan. We layered the fruit with whipped cream and served it with cookies.
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Recent Examples of layer
Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 8 Jan. 2026
However, that landmark SB 53 was quickly followed by Newsom’s veto of another transparency bill that would have added a layer of protection for California’s water.
—Chaewon Chung
updated January 8, Sacbee.com, 8 Jan. 2026
Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 7 Jan. 2026
Unlike outfits that require coordinating separates, a jumpsuit is a fuss-free outfit starter that layers seamlessly under cozy coats and sweaters.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 7 Jan. 2026
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Noun
Most use memory foam but more expensive mattresses can add a layer of memory gel.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 8 Jan. 2026
However, that landmark SB 53 was quickly followed by Newsom’s veto of another transparency bill that would have added a layer of protection for California’s water.
—Chaewon Chung
updated January 8, Sacbee.com, 8 Jan. 2026
Verb
Muse Pants Every closet needs a reliable pair of grey sweatpants for cozy lounging, long travel days, or layering over a workout set.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 7 Jan. 2026
Unlike outfits that require coordinating separates, a jumpsuit is a fuss-free outfit starter that layers seamlessly under cozy coats and sweaters.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 7 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for layer
Noun
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Whenever Heyward's name comes up for Hall of Fame consideration five years after his retirement, whoever is presenting his case should put Sunday night's game on a loop.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
6 Jan. 2026
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The world of November 18th has expanded in each previous book, from a personal loop to including more loopers—but now, the genre-pushing edges of the story blow outwards as Tara and the other loopers end up creating a headquarters of sorts in Bremen.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 Jan. 2026
Noun
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This can support the aircraft’s weight, allowing a gentle descent with the wings level.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
8 Nov. 2025
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Therefore, the present work supports the belief that rational materials design at both the macro and atomic levels can solve long-standing challenges, according to a press release.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Nov. 2025
Verb
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This method prevents clutter by limiting how much can be stacked, keeping everything tidy and accessible.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Nov. 2025
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The nozzle pours a thick stream of concrete while gliding precisely on its course, stacking each layer, one after another, about an inch thick.—
Jake Goodrick,
Sacbee.com,
8 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The corrugation process guarantees that the containers are robust and lightweight, which is necessary for stacking and transportation in an efficient manner.—
CMG Containers,
Sun Sentinel,
1 May 2024
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And—as expected—the solid rear axle does its usual dance on corrugations as well as its obligatory wag on big one-wheel bumps.—
Barry Winfield,
Car and Driver,
1 Aug. 2023
Noun
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The Lincolnshire club had been locked in a spiral of decline in recent times — going from the second-tier Championship to National League North in the space of 12 years, amid financial chaos — but are now upwardly mobile once more, having won promotion back to the National League last season.—
Philip Buckingham,
New York Times,
8 Nov. 2025
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Even if her taste in jewelry evolves, this custom box conceals three tiers of storage for her ever-changing bauble collection.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Since then, injuries have piled up and the Orange has lost five consecutive games, being outscored 167-60 in that span and not scoring more than 18 points in any of those outings.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
7 Nov. 2025
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Some buy condos within walking distance of the stadium, others look for family homes big enough for kids and grandkids to pile into on game weekends.—
Christina Daves,
Southern Living,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Generally Septic-Safe Types of Toilet Papers Standard toilet paper products that are generally beneficial for the septic system include recycled toilet paper, biodegradable toilet paper, tree-free toilet paper, single-ply toilet paper, and soft two-ply toilet paper.—
Timothy Dale,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Dec. 2025
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Stainless steel is a poor conductor, meaning a single-ply pan made of stainless steel would cook inconsistently, with numerous hot and cold spots.—
Jesse Raub,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
18 Dec. 2025
Noun
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The menace to competition, says Singh, comes at the infrastructure stratum.—
Shawn Tully,
Fortune,
23 Nov. 2025
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All of it just another stratum in the atmosphere of my loneliness.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
17 Nov. 2025
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“Layer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/layer. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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