massaged

past tense of massage

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of massaged Cornerback Darnay Holmes, suffering from a thigh cramp and desperate to return to the game in the final minutes, pulled down his uniform pants — exposing his backside — while a trainer vigorously massaged the area. Michael Silver, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025 Some bridesmaids prayed, others massaged her head, while others burned Palo Santo and turned to natural remedies. Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 7 Oct. 2025 Next to them, a blond, fit-looking woman, seated alone on a mat with crutches beside her, massaged herself, kneading muscles with her hands and using a scarf to help stretch her legs. Sarah Larson, New Yorker, 8 Sep. 2025 In order to get the best results, apply a small amount to clean, dry skin in the evening, gently massaged in until it’s fully absorbed. Celia Shatzman, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025 This whole thing seems staged, planned, finagled, massaged, bamboozled, lollygagged, and all sorts of other long, silly-sounding words that may not necessarily apply to this situation. Brian Moylan, Vulture, 7 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for massaged
Verb
  • The Tigers tied the game in the eighth when Spencer Torkelson stroked a two-run double off reliever Matt Brash, who wound up getting the win.
    Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Oct. 2025
  • But Rivera stroked into center field to end the game.
    Bill Plunkett, Oc Register, 7 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Great teams lose every Sunday, yet the consistency displayed by the Eagles being led by Hurts is to be commended.
    MSNBC Newsweek, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Oct. 2025
  • In a press release, the company commended the work of Söderström and Norström, who became co-Presidents of Spotify in 2023, calling this a development that solidifies the company's new leadership structure.
    Isabella Gomez Sarmiento, NPR, 30 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • The president praised her, along with various governors and lawmakers.
    Megan O’Matz, ProPublica, 8 Oct. 2025
  • Baker has the burgundy (which are sadly still at full price) at home, and praised the rich hue and similar look to higher-end silk.
    Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 8 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Slegers won the Champions League in her first half-season in charge of Arsenal, so there were no boos as her team applauded the 3,023 fans who travelled to Meadow Park — where league phase games of the Champions League are being played as part of an extended partnership with Boreham Wood.
    Art de Roché, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025
  • The Air Line Pilots Association, the largest airline pilot’s union in the world, applauded the decision.
    Alexandra Skores, CNN Money, 3 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • In a public statement, the group congratulated the freed detainees, their families, and the broader Palestinian community, framing the mass release as a victory for its cause.
    Shane Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Oct. 2025
  • During Monday’s episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live, host Jimmy Kimmel congratulated Rogen on the wins.
    Katherine Schaffstall, HollywoodReporter, 7 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Bake until puffed and set, about 30 minutes.
    Sheri Castle, Southern Living, 20 Sep. 2025
  • Made with soft, stretchy, and skin-friendly materials, this piece is comfy but is classy enough for the office thanks to an elegant neckline, quality craftsmanship, and puffed sleeves.
    Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Rhule coaxed a score prediction ahead of the Michigan-Nebraska game from Portnoy.
    Mitch Sherman, New York Times, 9 Oct. 2025
  • Fischer and Leonberg coaxed out Indy’s performance themselves.
    Laura Martin, Vulture, 6 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • The fundamental truth that Madrid look a long way from finding their best, have many problems to deal with, and that recent results perhaps flattered Alonso’s side.
    Guillermo Rai, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025
  • To put it mildly, we’re flattered.
    Josh Miller, Southern Living, 29 Sep. 2025

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“Massaged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/massaged. Accessed 15 Oct. 2025.

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