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as in messes
to interest oneself in what is not one's concern
a neighbor who likes to nose around in everyone else's business
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as in drags
to move slowly
the line to get tickets is just nosing, so we are going to be here for a while
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Recent Examples of noses
Andrew Greif, NBC news, 6 May 2026
The master noses, as they are known in the industry, create perfumes for brands such as Valentino and Gucci.
—Cecilia Vega, CBS News, 3 May 2026
Its first season showed promise, but its second slowed down as the women seemed more concerned with keeping their noses clean than delivering great television.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 1 May 2026
Do a quick dry wipe with a microfiber cloth every few days to prevent buildup from dust, pollen and pet noses.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 27 Apr. 2026
Instead, the Broncos were left with their noses against the windowpane, two wins shy of the most improbable season in franchise history.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 25 Apr. 2026
My figures have two noses, two pairs of wobbly lips and lopsided torsos that often lean precariously to one side.
—Gabe Montesanti, PEOPLE, 19 Apr. 2026
But for people who suffer from allergies—which includes many women in their 30s, 40s, 50s and 60s—this season often looks less like renewal and more like discomfort, thanks to sneezing, runny noses and itchy eyes that can wreak havoc on sleep.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 14 Apr. 2026
Inside, a handheld camera noses into personal conversations like another participant.
—Katie Walsh, Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2026
Noun
Gaston recalled once watching Turner challenge longtime pitcher Tug McGraw to a contest to see who could roll a baseball to home plate, using only their noses, the fastest.
—Andrew Greif, NBC news, 6 May 2026
The master noses, as they are known in the industry, create perfumes for brands such as Valentino and Gucci.
—Cecilia Vega, CBS News, 3 May 2026
Its first season showed promise, but its second slowed down as the women seemed more concerned with keeping their noses clean than delivering great television.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 1 May 2026
Do a quick dry wipe with a microfiber cloth every few days to prevent buildup from dust, pollen and pet noses.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 27 Apr. 2026
Instead, the Broncos were left with their noses against the windowpane, two wins shy of the most improbable season in franchise history.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 25 Apr. 2026
My figures have two noses, two pairs of wobbly lips and lopsided torsos that often lean precariously to one side.
—Gabe Montesanti, PEOPLE, 19 Apr. 2026
But for people who suffer from allergies—which includes many women in their 30s, 40s, 50s and 60s—this season often looks less like renewal and more like discomfort, thanks to sneezing, runny noses and itchy eyes that can wreak havoc on sleep.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 14 Apr. 2026
Inside, a handheld camera noses into personal conversations like another participant.
—Katie Walsh, Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for noses
Noun
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Those strolling around downtown Dallas this weekend might have noticed more tails, claws and snouts than usual.—
Jessica Ma,
Dallas Morning News,
29 Mar. 2026
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Monitors are bulkier, with longer necks, narrower snouts and thicker, more muscular tails.—
Sergio Candido,
Miami Herald,
24 Feb. 2026
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To inspire your planting design, here are some of the top native groundcovers experts recommend for sunny or shady spaces, and tips on how to use these plants to your advantage.—
Lauren Landers,
The Spruce,
12 May 2026
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In the days that followed, tips flooded in and investigators carried out several searches that led nowhere.—
Anna Schecter,
CBS News,
12 May 2026
Verb
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In the video, Chilli sniffs large bricks to locate the scent a trainer shared with him.—
Katie Hill,
PEOPLE,
6 Jan. 2026
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Tovar is the one officer who immediately sniffs out that there’s something weird about Gacy, and Luna incrementally nudges the character further and further into obsession.—
Kathryn VanArendonk,
Vulture,
1 Dec. 2025
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But pollen also messes with sleep, ups the risk of sinus infections, causes people to miss school and work, and can pose more serious dangers.—
Keerti Gopal,
ArsTechnica,
8 May 2026
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This rug can stand up to all your pets’ messes with its durable fibers that are easy to spot-clean.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
16 Apr. 2026
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The performance itself grows increasingly grating as the runtime drags on, particularly when Johnny’s scene partners overpower him by connecting deeper and doing less.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
6 May 2026
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The same logic should apply to the papering process itself, the document drafting and redlining that drags on long after the business points are ostensibly settled.—
George Heller,
HollywoodReporter,
6 May 2026
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Families across the country are struggling to make ends meet, while billionaires get tax breaks.—
Lucas Robinson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2026
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The long-form contract has become a byzantine artifact, a ritual of delay that benefits no one except perhaps the law firms billing hours on both ends.—
George Heller,
HollywoodReporter,
6 May 2026
Verb
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The line taps into Eastern herbal medicine and smells incredible—a waft of botanicals that stays with you all day.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 May 2026
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The spirit smells like hazelnuts and tastes like peppercorns.—
Abbey Stone,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
1 May 2026
Verb
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This act interferes greatly with local departments of planning and development for erroneous climate protocols enacted by Ronald Regan.—
Kaitlyn Schallhorn,
Oc Register,
4 May 2026
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This is where Earth’s atmosphere interferes least.—
Jamie Carter,
Space.com,
28 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Noses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/noses. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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