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as in leg
a lower limb of an animal a cat that was still a little unsteady on its pins after anesthesia

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verb

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Recent Examples of pin
Noun
Not to mention duck pin bowling and virtual reality experiences. Kansas City Star, 31 Oct. 2025 On screen and throughout the start of her career, Long could be recognized by her short haircut and pin-thin eyebrows. Essence, 30 Oct. 2025
Verb
Henderson gained 27 yards on a pin-and-pull toss away from Myles Garrett, then the Pats ran a jet sweep, crack toss and speed option run; more plays designed to negate a strong edge rush and involve weaker-tackling corners. Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 28 Oct. 2025 But Johnson sought to pin blame on Democrats on Monday, saying SNAP could be funded if Democrats agree to the GOP proposal to reopen the government. Sarah Fortinsky, The Hill, 27 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for pin
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pin
Noun
  • On just about every shift after that, Michkov appeared to be a player who had regained his skating legs and confidence.
    Kevin Kurz, New York Times, 9 Nov. 2025
  • The wide-leg pants and cap-sleeve top strike that sweet spot between relaxed and refined, while the soft, stretchy fabric keeps you comfy from takeoff to touchdown.
    Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 8 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • The Danish drugmaker planned to tack on a contingent value right payment of $24, another improvement from its previous bid, if certain development and regulatory milestones were met.
    Nino Paoli, Fortune, 9 Nov. 2025
  • Leaders need to be willing to tack in a completely new direction when the wind shifts.
    Neil Senturia, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • The wreath’s poppies are mounted on an arrangement of black leaves, following tradition for the sovereign, and its ribbon bears the King’s racing colors of scarlet, purple and gold.
    Stephanie Petit, PEOPLE, 9 Nov. 2025
  • With only weeks until Thanksgiving, travelers nationwide face mounting uncertainty and dwindling options as flight cancellations deepen across the country.
    Jonathan Limehouse, USA Today, 9 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • The third came four seconds after the Bruins killed an Eyssimont hooking penalty.
    Fluto Shinzawa, New York Times, 9 Nov. 2025
  • From that moment, he was hooked.
    Ben Croll, Variety, 8 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • Alexander-Walker, meanwhile, is a useful secondary creator who readily slings cross-court passes with his left hand but struggles with shoot-pass decisions in a more prominent role.
    John Hollinger, New York Times, 10 Nov. 2025
  • With cutting-edge boutiques, moody bistros, colorful bars slinging cocktails, and stylish cafes, Cihangir has long been the scene where hip Turks and foreigners mingle.
    Katie Nadworny, Travel + Leisure, 8 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • Analysts are increasingly highlighting potential red flags hanging over the AI investment cycle, especially the web of deals that some say gives the appearance that funds are simply being passed back and forth between the same companies.
    Steve Kopack, NBC news, 6 Nov. 2025
  • Nestled on 30 private acres in the South Fork of Provo Canyon, the secluded property threads streams and waterfalls beneath stone bridges, across gentle knolls, and under low-hanging eaves, all hinting at a hobbit-house inspiration without ever tipping into twee fantasy.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 6 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • His adventurous playmaking often fell flat and his needless yellow card for a late challenge on Florentino Luis means he is suspended for their next match, away to Bournemouth on the other side of the November international window.
    Conor O'Neill, New York Times, 10 Nov. 2025
  • But that dynamic heated to a boiling point when ABC suspended the program in September, following Kimmel's brief remarks regarding the MAGA response to the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
    Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 10 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • The pink fuzzy monster creature was seen dangling from James' black bag.
    Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 5 Nov. 2025
  • Priced between 40 euros for the smallest individual trinkets and up to 1,290 euros for a ball necklace with 20 dangling objects, the collaboration will drop on Thursday at Avgvst’s flagship in Berlin and online.
    Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 3 Nov. 2025

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“Pin.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pin. Accessed 16 Nov. 2025.

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