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noun

plural of lip
as in crests

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verb

present tense third-person singular of lip
as in washes
to flow along or against the waves, reflecting the red glow of the sunset, gently lipped the prow

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Recent Examples of lips
Noun
The perfect companion to soft, supple lips and a handbag essential, this lip butter melts into the lips for an instant dose of hydration, thanks to Sol de Janeiro’s signature blend of cupuacu butter, acai oil and coconut oil. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 9 July 2026 To keep your lips smooth and hydrated year-round, apply this lip balm, which is formulated with beeswax and shea butter. — Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 25 June 2026 Dry, chapped lips aren’t just an issue in the winter, so this leave-on lip mask is a nourishing treatment that keeps your lips soft and supple year-round. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 22 June 2026 Line, define, and shape your lips with the creamy and blendable lip liners. — ABC News, 16 June 2026 Keep your lips healthy and hydrated with this super-hydrating leave-on lip mask. — Bestreviews, Sun Sentinel, 16 Mar. 2026 Kylie was dramatically overlining her lips and eventually admitted to getting temporary lip fillers, but that did nothing to stop her fans from clamoring to get any tips on how to make their lips look exactly like hers. — Nate Freeman, Vanity Fair, 11 Mar. 2026 Her lips were lined with a dark greige liner, but instead of a pale pink, prismatic pastel, or shimmery beige lip color, Smith opted for a color-changing gold that flashed with metallic champagne tones in one light and warm, fiery orange in others, depending on the angle and the light. — Kara Nesvig, Allure, 3 Mar. 2026 Packing lips, for the uninitiated, refers to dipping tobacco, packing a pinch into one’s lower lip. — Literary Hub, 17 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lips
  1. crests
  2. washes
  3. curbs
  4. bathes
  5. skirts
  6. splashes
  7. rims
  8. edges
Noun
  • From the peaks of the Sahyadri mountains, crests of the Western Ghats which loom dramatically above us, the Vavali stream flows down to the lake-like Pawna reservoir.
    — Horatio Clare, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 June 2026
  • The historic resort town of Zakopane anchors the Polish side, while Slovakia’s High Tatras deliver mountain lakes, waterfalls and flocks of sheep among rocky crests.
    — Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 4 June 2026
Definition of crests
Verb
  • Brunello Cucinelli kept fits classic (straight legs, slight cuffs) and washes light.
    — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 8 July 2026
  • The vacuum and mop combo is a hands-free robot that auto-empties dirt into a 3-liter bag, self-washes the mop rollers, and auto-refills the water chamber for the next cleaning session.
    — Carlos Mejia, PC Magazine, 26 June 2026
Definition of washes
Noun
  • Australia’s online platforms are stumbling at the very first step in implementing age checks for users, rendering a world-first teen social media ban ineffective, a study by a team that advised the government’s rollout of the curbs found.
    — Reuters, NBC news, 7 July 2026
  • Meanwhile, Beijing widens Japan export curbs, targeting drone makers, nuclear firms and defense institutes.
    — Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 6 July 2026
Definition of curbs
Verb
  • Inside, indirect light bathes the alder-wood paneling in warmth and tranquility.
    — Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 10 June 2026
  • This mode activates extra horsepower, up to 94 bhp (70 kW), adds fake exhaust noise and bathes the interior in purple light.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 16 Apr. 2026
Definition of bathes
Noun
  • Jelly Mules Volume is everywhere this season—in dresses, pants, and skirts, nothing is spared.
    — Michel Mejía, Glamour, 10 July 2026
  • Fforme, Khaite, and The Row make the look modern by pairing their skirts with masculine button-downs or casual tees and flip-flops.
    — Rosie Jarman, Vogue, 10 July 2026
Definition of skirts
Verb
  • Zero Mostel, as Max Bialystock, then splashes a glass of water at Bloom to snap him out of it.
    — Adrienne LaFrance, The Atlantic, 28 June 2026
  • Arthur also pulled together five quieter, more sensory-friendly options in the Charlotte area — including Birkdale Village’s annual midday block party and bike parade, where the Huntersville Fire Department traditionally splashes the crowd before the festivities.
    — Melissa Oyler, Charlotte Observer, 26 June 2026
Definition of splashes
Noun
  • The single wide lens of plastic is attached to the frame with thin rims that also act as an outline for the glasses.
    — Gieson Cacho, Mercury News, 7 July 2026
  • The box contains 790 pieces, including wheel rims for creating cars and a green baseplate for stationary creations.
    — Katrina Cossey, Parents, 25 June 2026
Definition of rims
Noun
  • Roof edges, flashing, and areas where materials meet—like chimneys, skylights, and windows—are common entry points for water.
    — Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 13 July 2026
  • If the soil feels crisp or is pulling away from the edges, the plant needs deep hydration.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 12 July 2026
Definition of edges

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