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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
Claire Galofaro, Fortune, 9 Jan. 2026
Best square-toe ballet flats Square noses offer a fresh, modern update to the otherwise classic ballet silhouette.
—Nina Derwin, Glamour, 8 Jan. 2026
Chilli and the rest of his puppy teammates are learning how to use their noses to conduct faster, more accurate, and non-invasive diagnoses for Pa infections.
—Katie Hill, PEOPLE, 6 Jan. 2026
The rookies both stuck their noses in as run-blockers, with Williams fighting to the end of Stevenson's 20-yard run and Chism setting up his 35-yard gain on the flea flicker with strong blocking efforts before the play.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 6 Jan. 2026
Peppermint Oil Many natural repellents are scent-based, as mice rely heavily on their noses.
—Shagun Khare, The Spruce, 6 Jan. 2026
That pollen can fill the air, covers cars and cement, and can start noses running, eyes watering and throats scratching.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 5 Jan. 2026
The next The Last of Us might be right under our noses, and has been since 2023.
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 5 Jan. 2026
Love, give me lips and noses, skin parting tangy skin.
—Carson Colenbaugh, The Atlantic, 9 Nov. 2025
Noun
Both officers wear what appear to be wool hats and black masks covering their noses and mouths.
—Claire Galofaro, Fortune, 9 Jan. 2026
Best square-toe ballet flats Square noses offer a fresh, modern update to the otherwise classic ballet silhouette.
—Nina Derwin, Glamour, 8 Jan. 2026
Chilli and the rest of his puppy teammates are learning how to use their noses to conduct faster, more accurate, and non-invasive diagnoses for Pa infections.
—Katie Hill, PEOPLE, 6 Jan. 2026
The rookies both stuck their noses in as run-blockers, with Williams fighting to the end of Stevenson's 20-yard run and Chism setting up his 35-yard gain on the flea flicker with strong blocking efforts before the play.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 6 Jan. 2026
Peppermint Oil Many natural repellents are scent-based, as mice rely heavily on their noses.
—Shagun Khare, The Spruce, 6 Jan. 2026
That pollen can fill the air, covers cars and cement, and can start noses running, eyes watering and throats scratching.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 5 Jan. 2026
The next The Last of Us might be right under our noses, and has been since 2023.
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 5 Jan. 2026
Love, give me lips and noses, skin parting tangy skin.
—Carson Colenbaugh, The Atlantic, 9 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for noses
Noun
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Sharks are able to detect weak electric signals using the pores on their snouts that act as electroreceptors, which helps them with navigation and prey detection.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
18 Dec. 2025
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However, the trading bloc is a major exporter of pork and key supplier of byproducts such as ears, snouts, feet and other items considered to be delicacies in China.—
Elaine Kurtenbach,
Fortune,
16 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Re-wash and dry the garment, using these tips to avoid re-shrinking, to prevent a residue from the conditioner from setting.—
Hallie Milstein,
Southern Living,
15 Jan. 2026
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Want more home reno project tips and inspiration?—
Timothy Dale,
The Spruce,
15 Jan. 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
Verb
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Somebody does something terrible and messes it up.—
Giana Levy,
Variety,
31 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Steer clear of clothing that drags on the floor.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Jan. 2026
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The defensive coordinator search drags on.—
Ryan Kartje,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Bowie set his sights on the ends of the observable universe, and on places even darker.—
Armin Rosen,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Jan. 2026
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The company’s latest model, the Saros Rover, comes with two articulated legs with wheels at their ends.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
9 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Littered with luxury candles, the apartment smells as good as her.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Jan. 2026
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Run them to remove moisture and smells after cooking or bathing.—
Caroline Lubinsky,
Martha Stewart,
12 Jan. 2026
Verb
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If Washington overtly interferes in European elections or takes the dramatic step of annexing Greenland, the postwar alliance framework, already strained, could fracture.—
Ian Bremmer,
Time,
6 Jan. 2026
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This Ministry frequently interferes in employers’ decisions, instigates acts of discrimination by authorities and organizations, brings weight to bear on the organs of justice and even orchestrates propaganda campaigns in the media.—
Jonny Diamond,
Literary Hub,
10 Oct. 2025
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