Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pinning
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But shifting geopolitics in the region, and the mounting deaths in ICE facilities, have also opened the door for Sheinbaum to take a firmer stance.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 Apr. 2026 -
Certainly, there’s a case for spending somewhat more on defense, given mounting geopolitical risks — but there’s also scope for overdue economies and greater efficiency.—
Bloomberg Opinion,
Twin Cities,
14 Apr. 2026
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This time of year, the Big Dipper, which serves as the rear end and tail of the constellation Ursa Major or the Big Bear, is hanging nearly upside down in the high north-northeast sky.—
Mike Lynch,
Twin Cities,
19 Apr. 2026
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Plant them in containers, hanging baskets, flower beds, or rock gardens in USDA Zones 6-11.—
Patricia S York,
Southern Living,
18 Apr. 2026
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Davis explained that gas taxes aren't like a sales tax — suspending them won't directly pass all of the savings to the consumer.—
Kathryn Watson,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Leon said that below-ground work on security measures is exempt from his order suspending above-ground construction.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 Apr. 2026
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The star's honey blonde hair was swept up into a twist at the top of her head with a long ponytail draping down and a few tendrils framing her face.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
9 Apr. 2026
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Silky smooth and produced eco-consciously, Tencel is a polished, lightweight fabric that’s soft against skin and has a luxurious draping quality.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Apr. 2026
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One key to detecting bites and hooking cool-water crappies lies in understanding the way the fish feed.—
Cory Schmidt,
Outdoor Life,
15 Apr. 2026
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For example, when Athena hits a step or an obstacle, the front flippers extend forward and upward, hooking onto the ledge before pulling up the rest of the robot and stabilizing it.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
13 Apr. 2026
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Trump desperately tried to keep Orbán in power, issuing multiple endorsements and dangling the prospect of economic assistance in the days before the vote.—
Isaac Stanley-Becker,
The Atlantic,
12 Apr. 2026
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One playful spin on all-white is this Rouje off-the-shoulder top with a drop sleeve dangling delicately on one side, perfectly falling over wide white denim jeans.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Apr. 2026
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After that slew of rushing plays, Iamaleava showed off his arm strength, slinging a pass down the sideline, targeting Morgan on a go route.—
Aaron Heisen,
Daily News,
14 Apr. 2026
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Vertical is slinging $190k for the weekend on Hamlet, starring and produced by Riz Ahmed, on 325 screens.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
12 Apr. 2026
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Model different claiming ages using the SSA’s online calculators and factor in Medicare Part B premiums when projecting your real monthly income.—
Allison Palmer,
Miami Herald,
16 Apr. 2026
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What’s Ahead With the BTS world tour spanning 82 shows and analysts projecting massive ticket revenues, the economic ripple effects are expected to extend well beyond South Korea’s borders.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
16 Apr. 2026
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“Pinning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pinning. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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