1
as in to steal
to take (something) without right and with an intent to keep
she casually pocketed the note from his desk to read later
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2
as in to stifle
to refrain from openly showing or uttering
pocketed my anger and just let the insult pass
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3
as in to stand
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
pocketed his wife's messy habits
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as in small
of a size that is less than average
a pocket dictionary
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2
as in financial
of or relating to money, banking, or investments
his pocket involvement in the company was minimal
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as in resources
available money
the fancy sports car I wanted to buy for myself was beyond my pocket
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Recent Examples of pocket
Sally Pipes, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
To head back to Denver with a pair of wins pocketed before opening division play next weekend.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 15 Sep. 2025
Amanda Foreman, WSJ, 29 Sep. 2022
No multi-pocket backpacks or bags.
—Britt Julious, Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2022
Shoko Wanger, Architectural Digest, 6 Oct. 2025
Suddenly, the same amount in invoicing should put a larger share in the recruiter’s pocket, pre-tax.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 6 Oct. 2025
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Verb
Nor do universities pocket their licensing income.
—Sally Pipes, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
To head back to Denver with a pair of wins pocketed before opening division play next weekend.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 15 Sep. 2025
Adjective
The anti-pocket prejudice in women’s clothing runs deep.
—Amanda Foreman, WSJ, 29 Sep. 2022
No multi-pocket backpacks or bags.
—Britt Julious, Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2022
Noun
These faux linen drapes from NiceTown build on the versatility of semi-sheers with 16 color choices and both rod pocket and back tab installation options.
—Shoko Wanger, Architectural Digest, 6 Oct. 2025
Suddenly, the same amount in invoicing should put a larger share in the recruiter’s pocket, pre-tax.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 6 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pocket
Verb
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Of course, due to all of these developments, everyone finally knows that the man who kidnapped Sam and stole the dope is Robbie Pendergrast.—
Grace Byron,
Vulture,
6 Oct. 2025
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But their double life gets complicated when a rival boy band harboring a sinister secret starts to steal their fans.—
Raven Brunner,
PEOPLE,
5 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Young stifled the 2021 Finals MVP throughout.—
Ben Pickman,
New York Times,
6 Oct. 2025
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The unprecedented internet blackout came without public warning and was immediately attributed to an order from the Taliban, a repressive Islamist regime that has stifled personal freedoms, particularly those of women and girls, since taking power in 2021.—
Hilary Whiteman,
CNN Money,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Even long-standing legends say Cleopatra famously bathed in milk water to soften her skin into more of a baby’s face.—
Alexa Mikhail,
Flow Space,
8 Oct. 2025
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Among independents, his approval stood at 66 percent, with only 20 percent disapproving—a key advantage in one of the nation’s most competitive swing states.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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By a rough count, Flagg played in approximately six different lineups, including some small-ball looks with Dwight Powell at center.—
Lawrence Dow,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 Oct. 2025
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While there is acknowledgement that smaller teams, such as Norway’s Valarenga, could be on the receiving end of heavy defeats with the shift in format, the benefits of seeing top seeds clash early in the competition mean more overall interest.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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This means a car owner should account not only for upfront purchase price, but for the full suite of financial costs, like repairs, maintenance and fuel.—
Greg Iacurci,
CNBC,
3 Oct. 2025
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In fact, immunization is a dicey-enough financial proposition that the administration’s anti-vaccine policies already are discouraging providers from stocking some immunizations.—
Katherine J. Wu,
The Atlantic,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Redd offered encouragement and resources, including money for a hotel room.—
Essence,
Essence,
6 Oct. 2025
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Originally launched as Write-minded in 2018, this is a weekly writing podcast that focuses on memoir and personal writing, as well as industry trends and tips and resources for writers and authors.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 Oct. 2025
Verb
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After a brief scuffle between the two players, Noel held on to the ball, though Alexander swiped his hand at him in frustration as tensions rose.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
5 Oct. 2025
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Franklin swiped defensive coordinator Jim Knowles from Ohio State, coming off a national championship.—
Chris Vannini,
New York Times,
5 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Passing gas, also known as flatulence, is a natural part of digestion that happens when swallowed air or gases produced by gut bacteria move through your intestines and out of your body.—
Christopher Bergland,
Verywell Health,
7 Oct. 2025
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Don’t swallow water while swimming in lakes, rivers, or pools.—
Brandi Jones,
Health,
5 Oct. 2025
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“Pocket.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pocket. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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