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Recent Examples of nib
That includes the Nibby Toffee, complete with nutty Zorzal Comunitario and Dominican Republic cocoa nibs for that extra crunch; Orange Walnut Toffee, which lets candied California orange shine; and a fun Black Sesame Toffee Brittle for a thin, crispy finale.
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Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 24 Jan. 2026
These crispy vanilla cookies are topped with a fluffy dark chocolate mousse, covered in a layer of rich, Belgian dark chocolate, and finished with a sprinkle of crunchy, roasted cocoa nibs.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 21 Jan. 2026
The scrape of the nib on the page—tactile, rhythmic—induces a meditative state in which, one hopes, the words will flow.
—The Atlantic, 19 Nov. 2025
In addition, writing with them required great concentration to avoid splattering ink or tearing the paper with the sharp metal nib.
—New Atlas, 29 Oct. 2025
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Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 24 Jan. 2026
These crispy vanilla cookies are topped with a fluffy dark chocolate mousse, covered in a layer of rich, Belgian dark chocolate, and finished with a sprinkle of crunchy, roasted cocoa nibs.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 21 Jan. 2026
The scrape of the nib on the page—tactile, rhythmic—induces a meditative state in which, one hopes, the words will flow.
—The Atlantic, 19 Nov. 2025
In addition, writing with them required great concentration to avoid splattering ink or tearing the paper with the sharp metal nib.
—New Atlas, 29 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nib
Noun
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This is far from the first time Crow-Armstrong has courted controversy by running his mouth.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
18 May 2026
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Diving instructor Gianluca Benedetti’s body was found at the mouth of the cave, leading authorities to believe the other four remain inside, Shareef said.—
Laura Sharman,
CNN Money,
17 May 2026
Noun
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From pantry staples and frozen favorites to snacks and sweets, customers regularly swap tips online about which ALDI dupes are worth adding to their carts.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
18 May 2026
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Information leaks can unsettle customers and staff, tip off competitors or complicate your options.—
ByMike McIsaac CPA,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
Noun
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The birds unhinged their beaks as if to make a loud sound.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
14 May 2026
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These long, narrow flowers match the shape of the birds’ slender beaks and extendable tongues.—
Erica Browne Grivas,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 May 2026
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Baha Mar is large in stature, sure—and Rosewood is part of a three-hotel complex across the bay from Atlantis, which looms large and brooding over its own end of the water as everything Baha Mar does not want to be—dated, dark, and reminiscent of Spring Break Past.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 May 2026
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At the end of Tuesday's OTAs, the team took part in a little game in which players from the offense and defense competed at throwing medicine balls.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
20 May 2026
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When the town select board made the decision to euthanize, Millis Animal Control Officer Erin Mallette told them her recommendation was for a statute of six corrective measures such as a muzzle and restraints.—
Mike Sullivan,
CBS News,
1 May 2026
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No law enforcement officer, judge, the evidence will show, in his right mind, would bargain with someone who has their hand on the trigger and the muzzle in your face.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
23 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Last year’s apex (94,782 units sold) materialized via Nissan’s patience with the Pathfinder.—
James Raia,
Mercury News,
18 May 2026
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The authors found distinctive puncture marks, skeletal damage and dismemberment patterns, all of which were consistent with an apex predator that immobilizes prey through concentrated gripping force, rather than prolonged tearing or chewing.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2026
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That same year, DNA analysis revealed that a tooth recovered from a mandible at one of the relevant archaeological sites was that of Captain James Fitzjames of the HMS Erebus.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
8 May 2026
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By March, crews found the mandible of an adult man, followed within days by the ribs of a young adult.—
Lucas Robinson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 Apr. 2026
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The idea that an Israeli force could have been conducting military operations under their noses put Iraqi authorities in an embarrassing position.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
16 May 2026
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All of this is just sprinkled into it without being so on the nose.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
16 May 2026
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“Nib.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nib. Accessed 23 May. 2026.
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