as in faces
the front part of the head
hey, I could do without seeing your ugly pan for a few days
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as in criticizes
to express one's unfavorable opinion of the worth or quality of
virtually all the movie critics have panned this latest sequel in a tired series
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Recent Examples of pans
ABC News, 14 Mar. 2026
The blue steel pans were originally — according to legend — used for auto parts.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 14 Mar. 2026
In one video on social media, a gunshot is heard, and the camera pans to a person lying on the ground.
—Dave Sherwood, USA Today, 14 Mar. 2026
White and the other activists finished their speeches and then began a cacerolazo — a type of Latin American protest where people clang pots and pans.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026
In this way, adventurers could use the same burner while tailoring their cookware to the individual trip, loading up larger pots and pans for a group overland expedition or paring back to the lightest possible setup for a long-distance backpacking or ski touring adventure.
—New Atlas, 12 Mar. 2026
Residents in several neighborhoods have been protesting at night as the capital has been plunged into darkness, banging pots and pans and shouting anti-government slogans.
—Nora Gámez Torres, Miami Herald, 11 Mar. 2026
Transfer pans to wire racks to cool.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
Don’t drop pots or pans, and protect against metal marks from utensils or cookware.
—Rae Ford, Martha Stewart, 7 Mar. 2026
Ben Travers, IndieWire, 5 Mar. 2026
When Harper lays out the fund’s findings about Tender in an explosive speech at a financial conference, the camera pans to a prideful Eric, beaming and nearly paternal in his freudenfreude.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 15 Feb. 2026
The camera pans over and the adorable, singing Pokémon Jigglypuff is sitting on the couch.
—Jordan Moreau, Variety, 9 Feb. 2026
The camera then pans to Garner sitting and making a phone call to Witherspoon.
—Escher Walcott, PEOPLE, 19 Jan. 2026
Then, as the camera pans back, the love seat becomes a sofa.
—Deni Ellis Béchard, Scientific American, 17 Jan. 2026
At one point, the video pans over to what appears to be Renee Nicole Good’s Honda Pilot that is parked in the middle of the street.
—Stephen Sorace, FOXNews.com, 11 Jan. 2026
The impact of the SUV crashing into a parked car and wooden pole can be heard as the camera pans down to the street.
—Ray Sanchez, CNN Money, 10 Jan. 2026
But when the camera pans to the audience, almost everyone is sitting with their hands poised in their laps, similar to how Henry/Vecna sat in his human form.
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 7 Jan. 2026
Noun
His mentor was known for throwing pans and plates.
—ABC News, 14 Mar. 2026
The blue steel pans were originally — according to legend — used for auto parts.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 14 Mar. 2026
In one video on social media, a gunshot is heard, and the camera pans to a person lying on the ground.
—Dave Sherwood, USA Today, 14 Mar. 2026
White and the other activists finished their speeches and then began a cacerolazo — a type of Latin American protest where people clang pots and pans.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026
In this way, adventurers could use the same burner while tailoring their cookware to the individual trip, loading up larger pots and pans for a group overland expedition or paring back to the lightest possible setup for a long-distance backpacking or ski touring adventure.
—New Atlas, 12 Mar. 2026
Residents in several neighborhoods have been protesting at night as the capital has been plunged into darkness, banging pots and pans and shouting anti-government slogans.
—Nora Gámez Torres, Miami Herald, 11 Mar. 2026
Transfer pans to wire racks to cool.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
Don’t drop pots or pans, and protect against metal marks from utensils or cookware.
—Rae Ford, Martha Stewart, 7 Mar. 2026
Verb
Then the camera pans down to reveal an untouched bowl of greenery.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 5 Mar. 2026
When Harper lays out the fund’s findings about Tender in an explosive speech at a financial conference, the camera pans to a prideful Eric, beaming and nearly paternal in his freudenfreude.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 15 Feb. 2026
The camera pans over and the adorable, singing Pokémon Jigglypuff is sitting on the couch.
—Jordan Moreau, Variety, 9 Feb. 2026
The camera then pans to Garner sitting and making a phone call to Witherspoon.
—Escher Walcott, PEOPLE, 19 Jan. 2026
Then, as the camera pans back, the love seat becomes a sofa.
—Deni Ellis Béchard, Scientific American, 17 Jan. 2026
At one point, the video pans over to what appears to be Renee Nicole Good’s Honda Pilot that is parked in the middle of the street.
—Stephen Sorace, FOXNews.com, 11 Jan. 2026
The impact of the SUV crashing into a parked car and wooden pole can be heard as the camera pans down to the street.
—Ray Sanchez, CNN Money, 10 Jan. 2026
But when the camera pans to the audience, almost everyone is sitting with their hands poised in their laps, similar to how Henry/Vecna sat in his human form.
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 7 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pans
Noun
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Tears streamed from the faces of many audience members, from the opening credits to the closing slate, a testament to the emotion elicited by Wilson’s persona.—
Ian Dille,
Outside,
13 Mar. 2026
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With six new faces already set to join the roster, GM Dan Morgan, football operations exec Brandt Tilis and head coach Dave Canales will need to keep tinkering with their roster ahead of April’s NFL Draft.—
Mike Kaye
Updated March 13,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The author criticizes Kristi Noem’s leadership at the Department of Homeland Security as characterized by incompetence and attention-seeking that prioritized self-promotion over policy substance.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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Whatley outlines public safety priorities, criticizes Cooper Beyond the specific proposal, Whatley said public safety would be a central focus of his Senate campaign and potential term in office.—
Nora O'Neill,
Charlotte Observer,
4 Mar. 2026
Verb
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In the Gospels, Jesus faults the Pharisees for insisting on a legalistic Sabbath.—
Judith Shulevitz,
The Atlantic,
22 Dec. 2025
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The group’s memo faults the NDAA on two fronts.—
Brett Samuels,
The Hill,
8 Dec. 2025
Verb
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The latter is a nonstarter for William, who blames the Army, especially Captain Ezekiel Richardson, for Jane’s death.—
Maggie Fremont,
Vulture,
6 Mar. 2026
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For his plight, Corby blames a female co-worker who was hired three years after him but was regularly given better assignments.—
Eric Magnuson,
The Atlantic,
2 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Dean Puckett, United Kingdom, 2025 A single mother and her child are put through a nightmarish ordeal when a politician knocks on their door.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
11 Mar. 2026
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Opportunity knocks, though, as Virginia Tech hits the road going for a sweep of archrival Virginia on Saturday.—
Jim Root,
New York Times,
6 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Mayor Karen Bass said the city stands strongly against antisemitism and condemns any act of violence against the Jewish community.—
Chelsea Hylton,
CBS News,
12 Mar. 2026
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The draft resolution, obtained by The Associated Press, condemns Iran’s attacks on Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Jordan.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
11 Mar. 2026
Verb
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White frequently denounces Trump on social media, most recently criticizing the president for his racist social media post aimed at the Obamas.—
Daniel Kreps,
Rolling Stone,
28 Feb. 2026
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In a 2024 reflection on Hurricane Maria, which leveled parts of Puerto Rico and left many without power for months, Bad Bunny denounces the government's role in the chaos that ensued after the Category 4 storm swept through the island.—
Luis Giraldo,
CBS News,
7 Feb. 2026
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