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not being or expressing what one appears to be or express
part of the ritual of the awards ceremony is the nominee's lip praise for the performances of his or her competitors
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Recent Examples of lip
Andy Swift, TVLine, 18 Apr. 2025
Body of knowledge Human lips have a reddish color due to high concentrations tiny capillaries just below the skin.
—Scott Lafee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Apr. 2025
Ana Escalante, Glamour, 6 Nov. 2023
The pop of color offers a shimmer-free (rare!) means of warming up a wedding look and works equally well at lip level.
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—Calin Van Paris, Vogue, 6 Oct. 2023
Allure Editors, Allure, 1 Mar. 2025
Swift is often closely watched at games, with people filming her every move, attempting to lip read her conversations and even noticing when her jewellery slips off.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2024
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Noun
Friday’s finale of RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 17 ended with the crowning of America’s Next Drag Superstar, following a series of jaw-dropping lip syncs, RuVealing interviews and, of course, an appearance from the gayest of icons — the one and only Liza Minnelli!
—Andy Swift, TVLine, 18 Apr. 2025
Body of knowledge Human lips have a reddish color due to high concentrations tiny capillaries just below the skin.
—Scott Lafee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Apr. 2025
Adjective
What are lip flip side effects and risks? Unlike with traditional lip fillers, lip flip treatments have minimal side effects and no major downtime.
—Ana Escalante, Glamour, 6 Nov. 2023
The pop of color offers a shimmer-free (rare!) means of warming up a wedding look and works equally well at lip level.
35.
—Calin Van Paris, Vogue, 6 Oct. 2023
Verb
And the brand’s cream blush is a standout because each shade gives your cheeks and lips a natural glow of color that brightens up your whole look.
—Allure Editors, Allure, 1 Mar. 2025
Swift is often closely watched at games, with people filming her every move, attempting to lip read her conversations and even noticing when her jewellery slips off.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lip
Noun
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Wardle said Miller continued to drive through downtown, hitting curbs and other vehicles, and narrowly avoided a bicyclist.—
Sally Krutzig,
Idaho Statesman,
22 Apr. 2025
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The footage then shows Milligan running across the lot away from Lindsey, who follows and allegedly drives over the curb onto the grass at high speed, running over Lindsey.—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
21 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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This double track would allow northbound and southbound trains to pass one another, increasing frequency and ridership.—
John Franklin,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Apr. 2025
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Regardless, baseball’s appeal will always be its moments of quiet wonder: the leaping outfielder robbing a homerun, the late-inning play at the plate, the double steal, the diving infielder preventing a winning run from scoring and the lifelong joy of a kid’s first hit in a Little League game.—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
23 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Reynolds’ colleagues found 97% of people had never washed them, and many were contaminated by bacteria, including E. coli, from foods like raw meats and produce.—
Matt Fuchs,
Time,
21 Apr. 2025
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Geometric furniture and decorative elements are washed in rich colors and lush textures.—
Blue Carreon,
Forbes.com,
20 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Directly across the valley from me was a steep and narrow finger ridge that had long ago been planted in pine trees all the way down its crest; from the ridge top to where the creek trickled by at its base.—
Thomas Weddle,
Outdoor Life,
17 Apr. 2025
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Migrating smolts swim downriver into a reservoir, hurtle over rapids and crest two dams before finally reaching the Baltic Sea.—
Mindy Weisberger,
CNN Money,
16 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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With digital platforms flooded with bots and fake numbers, Kerns built his following and client base by offering true engagement, authority, and working systems.—
Rhiannon Frater,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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Swatting is when a 911 call is made, usually to report a fake violent crime, to get police and sometimes even SWAT teams, to respond to the address given by the caller.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
30 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The scientists proceeded to build a number of prototype urinals based on these findings, which also incorporated features such as a more closed design that better captured any urine that did splash.—
Ben Coxworth,
New Atlas,
25 Apr. 2025
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And based on the relaxed grins splashed on our faces afterwards: mission accomplished.—
Katie Chang,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
Noun
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With 1:33 to play and the Celtics leading 101-94, Horford tracked Paolo Banchero and denied the Orlando star at the rim.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
28 Apr. 2025
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Regardless of the foul calls or lack thereof, Cunningham must continue bombarding the Knicks at the rim.—
Hunter Patterson,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Consumers have become adept at detecting hollow marketing.—
Kate Hardcastle,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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Some just throw in the towel and count on hollow wall anchors to do the job.—
Tim Carter,
Hartford Courant,
26 Apr. 2025
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“Lip.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lip. Accessed 5 May. 2025.
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