Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pricked
Verb
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Standard polystyrene shattered or punctured easily under the stress.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
3 June 2026 -
Unlike insulin vials, Zepbound vials do not contain preservatives, so they should be punctured only once, not repeatedly, then discarded.—
Jody Dushay,
STAT,
29 May 2026
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Four of those shots struck Bils from behind, including one that entered his back, pierced his lung and heart, bounced off his breast bone and lodged back in his heart, according to prosecutors.—
Alex Riggins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2026
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According to the notice, if the toy has been ruptured or pierced, or if sand has escaped the toy, Orb Factory has directed consumers to put on a mask and gloves and use damp cloths to pick up any sand that has leaked out.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
28 May 2026
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Her long-term partner, Rich Paul, recently poked fun at his lady love's musical prowess while being interviewed on the Glass Half Full with Craig Melvin podcast.—
Rachel McRady,
PEOPLE,
10 June 2026
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The 14-day relative strength index has also just poked above the 50 level for the first time since late February.—
Frank Cappelleri,
CNBC,
10 June 2026
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Mitchell came down on the next play and drilled a step-back jumper over Gray, which was a sign of things to come.—
James Boyd,
New York Times,
5 June 2026
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His versatile shot-making was on full display down the stretch in Game 1, as Brunson repeatedly drove to the basket — particularly when shot-blocking Spurs center Victor Wembanyama was on the bench — and also drilled the game-winning 3-pointer.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
5 June 2026
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Some of the available options include a standalone heated steering wheel (which adds $200 to the cost), perforated Merino leather ($1,500), and M Sport Professional Package ($4,000), which an M sport aero package, upgraded brakes, and a special steering wheel.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
6 May 2026
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There were two lacerations on the right lower abdomen, another to the left of his belly button and one about 10 centimeters deep to the lower back area that perforated the liver.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The keen scent of the fall breeze with its hint of snow now swept down the valley and stung our faces.—
Anton Money,
Outdoor Life,
4 June 2026
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Drivers stung by high gas prices have enjoyed some welcome relief over the last couple of weeks, even as the impact of the Iran war continues to choke off oil supply.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
4 June 2026
Verb
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Among those arrested was a woman who allegedly punched a police officer.—
Connor Greene,
Time,
9 June 2026
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Emily Dunn then responded with a goal for Walpole, but Duxbury punched right back via the stick of Emma Prouty.—
Justin Barrasso,
Boston Herald,
9 June 2026
Verb
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Buzzard followed along, fascinated by the social experiment though bored by the mathematical content of Equational Theories.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
8 June 2026
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Travelers are increasingly bored with vacations built only around drinking, gambling and sitting by the pool.—
Winston Ross,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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“Pricked.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pricked. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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