Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for paws
Verb
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In between snuggles and breathless puppy kisses, guests learn to harness the dogs and drive sleds.—
Susan B. Barnes,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025 -
At Colin’s wake, among bottles aging in the dark, Marissa kisses Peter.—
JP Mangalindan,
Time,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The video shows the pup lounging around in various positions in a home setting, from asleep on the floor and over a blanket to playing with a dog toy and lying on the floor with her legs in the air as a hand rubs her belly.—
Soo Kim,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Oct. 2025
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For a deeper dive into DeRose-Broeckert’s findings about how deer perceive scrapes and rubs, head over to NDA.—
Natalie Krebs,
Outdoor Life,
16 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Edgy and ledgy, the narrow passage hugs the cliff face above the valley floor.—
Roger Naylor,
AZCentral.com,
8 Nov. 2025
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Audrey hugs her dad first before giving Barrymore a big hug and introducing herself to the crowd.—
Kayla Grant,
PEOPLE,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Then Jennifer Tilly’s hand gently caresses Gina Gershon’s face from her cheek down to her chin.—
James Factora,
Them.,
26 Sep. 2025
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“Paws.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/paws. Accessed 14 Nov. 2025.
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