POKES (AROUND) Synonyms: 55 Similar and Opposite Words

pokes (around)

verb

present tense third-person singular of poke (around)

as in runs down

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After the match, David Finlay attacks White before the rest of the Bang Bang Gang runs down to make the save.

— Rob Wolkenbrod, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
All of these cameras were previously approved for use and sale in the US, but are now set to be added to the Covered List once the 30-day clock runs down.

— Jim Fisher, PC Magazine, 21 July 2026

Definition of runs down

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This happens when a repair shop takes the car apart and finds more damage than was visible in the initial photos.

— Christopher Elliott, Mercury News, 27 July 2026
The Portal Outdoors Nomis One finds its way to that category with a split-body design that carries in the trunk then inflates and hoists onto the roof or pickup truck bed in about 10 minutes.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 27 July 2026

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Winger prospects Liam Greentree, Brody Lamb, Nathan Aspinall and Jacob Battaglia are all set to turn pro this season.

— Vincent Z. Mercogliano, New York Times, 28 June 2026
The Dolphins doubled down on Red Raiders prospects after, earlier Friday, choosing Texas Tech linebacker Jacob Rodriguez with their lone second-round pick.

— David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 24 Apr. 2026

Definition of prospects

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Testimony from Colt’s grandmother, who may appear Tuesday, could provide additional insight into the boy’s upbringing and family life before the judge determines his sentence.

— Danya Gainor, CNN Money, 28 July 2026
Phillips may no longer be the focus of the ethics inquiry, but he could still be asked to answer questions or supply documents as the committee determines if Collins violated any laws or rules.

— Tia Mitchell, AJC.com, 27 July 2026

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pokes (around)

pokes fun at

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