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as in eccentric
a person of odd or whimsical habits
a show devoted to those lovable nuts who collect the weirdest things just for fun
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as in lunatic
a person who lacks good sense or judgment
anyone who goes out in this weather is a nut
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as in lover
a person with a strong and habitual liking for something
a baseball nut who plans her vacation to coincide with spring training every year
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as in problem
something that requires thought and skill for resolution
the question of how to increase functionality without decreasing efficiency may prove to be a tough nut to crack
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as in head
slang
the upper or front part of the body that contains the brain, the major sense organs, and the mouth
he didn't appreciate his friend's jibe about watching his big nut when getting into the car
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as in nonsense
nuts plural
language, behavior, or ideas that are absurd and contrary to good sense
responding to your opponent's every argument with "Nuts!" is not exactly finely reasoned refutation
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Recent Examples of nut
Oat milk is also a safe alternative for a number of people who are allergic to milk, tree nuts and soy, according to the University of Florida.
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Alexandra Frost, USA Today, 28 May 2026
Another idea is to sprinkle in healthy fats like nuts, nut butter, and chia seeds.
—Julia Ries Wexler, Health, 28 May 2026
Originally associated with the Syrian city of Aleppo, muhammara recipes vary from kitchen to kitchen, yet the balance of roasted peppers, nuts, gentle heat, and bright acidity makes the dish unforgettable.
—Kamal Mouzawak, Bon Appetit Magazine, 28 May 2026
And how long can fitness nut Natalie Anderson really go without working out?
—Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 27 May 2026
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Alexandra Frost, USA Today, 28 May 2026
Another idea is to sprinkle in healthy fats like nuts, nut butter, and chia seeds.
—Julia Ries Wexler, Health, 28 May 2026
Originally associated with the Syrian city of Aleppo, muhammara recipes vary from kitchen to kitchen, yet the balance of roasted peppers, nuts, gentle heat, and bright acidity makes the dish unforgettable.
—Kamal Mouzawak, Bon Appetit Magazine, 28 May 2026
And how long can fitness nut Natalie Anderson really go without working out?
—Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 27 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nut
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But what the New Yorker writer left behind is some of the finest prose of the 20th century, focusing primarily on the eccentrics, scalawags, seamen, and other denizens of New York’s dank corners.—
Air Mail,
Air Mail,
2 May 2026
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The town’s overflowing with charming Midwest eccentrics, including a cocky mayor (Henry Winkler) and a welcoming barkeep (Lena Headey).—
Randy Myers,
Mercury News,
15 Apr. 2026
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Mark Hamill has been a lunatic for years now.—
Zach Dean OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
8 May 2026
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To get a sentence like that in a communist, radically left-wing city of liberal lunatics is truly amazing.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
29 Apr. 2026
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The apartment has original hardwood floors, which set the stage for thoughtful modern and vintage furniture; a fiddle leaf fig tree as well as other touches of real plant life on the interior and exterior add to the garden district location to make this stay a plant lover’s haven.—
Erika Owen,
Architectural Digest,
30 May 2026
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Outdoor exercise lovers will want to snap up this $14 skort to stay cool while playing pickleball or going for a walk.—
Madeline Merinuk,
PEOPLE,
30 May 2026
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If a fetus becomes infected, toxoplasmosis can lead to a range of health problems, including premature birth, low birth weight, jaundice or other liver problems, abnormal blood counts, rashes, eye disease, developmental delays, seizures, brain calcification, and in extreme cases, stillbirth.—
Dr. Megan Yanny,
Boston Herald,
31 May 2026
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What are some potential solutions for when this problem arises again could be the key to unlocking another title, regardless of any personnel changes that might happen.—
Corey Masisak,
Denver Post,
31 May 2026
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Saugus has won multiple playoff games in each of its first two seasons under head coach Mike Miller.—
Justin Vigil Zuniga,
Daily News,
27 May 2026
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Minter departed at the end of the season to become the Ravens’ head coach and former Chargers safeties coach Chris O’Leary returned this past winter from a one-season stint as the defensive coordinator at Western Michigan to replace Minter.—
Elliott Teaford,
Oc Register,
27 May 2026
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That’s the prayerful explanation for the nonsense that spouted this week from the leaders of a football conference that hopes to grow up and be the Big Ten someday.—
Joe Rexrode,
New York Times,
29 May 2026
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Let’s see if the Pomona Unified School District, which pays thousands of dollars to support its schools’ athletic program, is going to act and stop this nonsense.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2026
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Two, people might pretend to be different characters or scenarios, which can add excitement.—
Noelle Harff,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2026
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Comic book character Selina Kyle was first introduced in 1940 as part of DC Comics' Batman series.—
Kelsie Gibson,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
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At the Kaseya Center the evening before UFC 327, White expressed concern that his team’s plan to pin down the President the next day to show him logistical plans for the White House event would be a fool’s errand.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
26 May 2026
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The Beach By Whispering Angel Don't let the Trader Joe's title fool you, this is a bottle that is widely available, too.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
23 May 2026
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“Nut.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nut. Accessed 31 May. 2026.
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