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as in thug
a violent, brutal person who is often a member of an organized gang
just a bunch of mugs with no respect for anyone, not even themselves
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as in face
the front part of the head
she joked about not having to see his ugly mug anymore
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as in grimace
a twisting of the facial features in disgust or disapproval
an involuntary mug at the revolting sight
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as in sucker
chiefly British
one who is easily deceived or cheated
the cardsharp was always on the lookout for a new mug
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as in idiot
chiefly British
a stupid person
what kind of mug goes out in the rain without his brolly or a mackintosh?
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as in to grimace
to distort one's face
every time their picture was snapped, both children mugged by sticking out their tongues or scrunching up their faces
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as in to photograph
to take a photograph of
mugging captured criminals for the police records
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Recent Examples of mug
Kevin Breuninger,dan Mangan, CNBC, 25 Apr. 2025
Not long after came the countless memes and unauthorized Etsy merch, with Francis’ likeness featured on a slew of T-shirts, sweatshirts and mugs in faux ‘90s bootleg designs.
—Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 24 Apr. 2025
The high-set handle and tapered bottom keep this large mug cupholder-friendly, too.
—Adam Campbell-Schmitt, Bon Appetit Magazine, 15 Apr. 2025
Each of the 18 pieces feature soft, colorful blooms, bright monarch butterflies, and scalloped edges, and your table will be fully finished with the set’s mugs, dinner plates, and salad plates.
—Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 2 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Eduardo Flores-Ruiz, seen in a mug shot taken when he was arrested in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, March 14, 2025.
—Kevin Breuninger,dan Mangan, CNBC, 25 Apr. 2025
Not long after came the countless memes and unauthorized Etsy merch, with Francis’ likeness featured on a slew of T-shirts, sweatshirts and mugs in faux ‘90s bootleg designs.
—Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 24 Apr. 2025
The high-set handle and tapered bottom keep this large mug cupholder-friendly, too.
—Adam Campbell-Schmitt, Bon Appetit Magazine, 15 Apr. 2025
Each of the 18 pieces feature soft, colorful blooms, bright monarch butterflies, and scalloped edges, and your table will be fully finished with the set’s mugs, dinner plates, and salad plates.
—Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 2 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mug
Noun
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Gradually add 1/4 cup of the sugar, beating until stiff peaks form (tips stand straight).—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 May 2025
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Here's how to use and apply an ammonia and baking soda solution to remove tub rings: Combine half a bucket of water with 1/4 cup of ammonia and 1/4 cup of baking soda.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
2 May 2025
Noun
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The story focuses on two figures, a school principal and a thug.—
Nabih Bulos,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2025
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Resist this madness before the unhinged, heartless bully and his spellbound thugs shred our Constitution and our future.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Social media is on Think Tank’s side, and most people seem to be praising Conrad for his bravery in the face of armed soldiers.—
Jennifer Zhan,
Vulture,
3 May 2025
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Her signature blonde hair was styled in a low ponytail with pieces framing her face.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
3 May 2025
Noun
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His clothes were dirty, presumably from being thrown to the ground, and his mouth was covered in blood.—
Jack Armstrong,
USA Today,
2 May 2025
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His words came out of his mouth and appeared to go in separate ways.—
Chris Lamb,
The Conversation,
2 May 2025
Noun
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Monday’s developments were greeted with grimace around town.—
Philip Elliott,
Time,
7 Apr. 2025
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Monday’s developments were greeted with grimace around town.—
Philip Elliott,
Time,
7 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The Trump administration has characterized that role as one for suckers, in which the United States restrained its hard power and allowed other countries to bleed its wealth.—
Margaret MacMillan,
The Atlantic,
30 Apr. 2025
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These stems, called suckers, are a different variety than the top growth and will have different flowers, as well as drawing energy and resources away from the main plant.—
Beth Botts,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Today, there’s no reason for the Padres to be scowling.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Apr. 2025
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The image, which shows Trump scowling to the camera for his booking shot at the Fulton County Jail in Atlanta, has become a symbol.—
Alana Wise,
NPR,
20 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Among her several statement-making outfits in Paris this week, the singer was photographed wearing a Saint Laurent look that some took to be a nod to the maximalist style of the 1980s.—
Rosa Rahimi,
CNN Money,
2 May 2025
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Some of the detainees photographed by Reuters were wearing red jumpsuits designating them as high-risk.—
USA Today,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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“Mug.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mug. Accessed 9 May. 2025.
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