pokes (around)

present tense third-person singular of poke (around)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for pokes (around)
Verb
  • Sharp runs down some of the more boldface-name contributions.
    Chris Willman, Variety, 13 Oct. 2025
  • Rosie runs down the road to greet her owner.
    Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • In Season 1 Morgan discovered Roman may have inadvertently become involved in Los Angeles' criminal underworld, and Karadec finds out Roman was an FBI informant who's likely now in Nevada.
    Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 17 Sep. 2025
  • Paul finds out and blows his top.
    Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 4 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • That’s regardless of the circumstances the club finds itself in.
    James Horncastle, New York Times, 23 Oct. 2025
  • For more nostalgic decor finds from Pottery Barn, Target, and more, keep scrolling.
    Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 22 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Every Monday throughout the season, Flyers prospects around the globe can expect a ping with a message from Armstrong.
    Kevin Kurz, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
  • Ahead of first pitch, Royals prospects David Shields and Carson Roccaforte were among those dressed in luxury suits to receive their organizational awards.
    Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 20 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Trust, however, is what determines adoption.
    Scott R. Schell, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
  • Collinsworth has invited coaches to come look at how PFF determines its ratings.
    Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 21 Oct. 2025
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“Pokes (around).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pokes%20%28around%29. Accessed 26 Oct. 2025.

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