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plural of print
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as in impressions
a perceptible trace left by pressure one telltale sign that I had been napping was the print left by the chenille bedspread on my cheek

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as in photos
a picture created from an image recorded on a light-sensitive surface by a camera we now get our prints developed online

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prints

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verb

present tense third-person singular of print
as in publishes
to produce and release for distribution in printed form the newspaper's motto remains "All the News That's Fit to Print"

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Recent Examples of prints
Noun
Opt for high-quality sets in bold prints and keep them in constant rotation. Marisa Suzanne Martin, The Spruce, 8 July 2026 This chamber also explores historic Japanese woodblock prints and 1960s and ’70s theatrical release posters, testifying to the resonance and prevalence of ghost stories in Japanese culture. Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 8 July 2026 These nostalgic new prints offer a fresh seasonal update while keeping the functionality everyone knows and loves. Casey Delbasso, ABC News, 8 July 2026 The aesthetic is a play on laidback, beachy style with colorful prints and floral motifs, plus a level of versatility that makes packing a carry-on for your next vacation as effortless as letting your hair air dry after a swim. Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 8 July 2026 Also in Bangkok, Maekhoo prints and embroiders Hawaiian-style silk shirts with futuristic scenes inspired by temple murals. Chris Schalkx, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026 This nightgown is made from the same lightweight material, comes in a dozen prints, and is 71 percent off. Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 6 July 2026 The prints pair especially well with midcentury modern and bohemian decor. Bestreviews, Mercury News, 6 July 2026 There's a full rainbow of primal prints to explore, like this flowing calf-print caftan from Moroccan designer Fadila El Gadi. Katherine J Igoe, InStyle, 2 July 2026
Verb
The new channel, the clever funnel, the ad that prints money. Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026 This is a company that prints more revenue every time the tape gets chaotic, and 2026 has given it plenty of chaos to work with. Josh Brown,sean Russo, CNBC, 11 May 2026 London’s Victoria and Albert Museum ceded to censorship requests issued by the Chinese firm that prints the institution’s exhibition catalogues, according to a new report from The Guardian, who unearthed the information via FOIA requests. News Desk, Artforum, 16 Apr. 2026 Few places symbolize the move from print to digital more than Akalla, a district of Stockholm where the ST01 data center sits at a site once occupied by the factory that prints Sweden main newspaper, Kaun says. Michael Weissenstein, Fortune, 28 Dec. 2025 The chances of winning the top prizes are astronomically low because the company prints billions of game pieces but only releases a handful of key winning ones. Tiffany Acosta, AZCentral.com, 28 Oct. 2025 His paternal grandma prints the flyers and helps get the word out, while his mom’s mom makes the costumes. Laura Kiniry, Popular Science, 22 Oct. 2025 Specifically, the surprise that comes with developing every roll of film is one of the biggest perks of the process, according to Quigley, who prints her photos regularly at her local camera store. Liz Regalia, Parents, 20 Oct. 2025 Instead of invasive surgeries, patients might someday swallow a capsule that travels to the injury site and prints new tissue directly on it. Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 17 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for prints
Noun
  • Suiting up in the desert is the first step for Steinbach and Anderson to leave their impressions on the staff in game action.
    Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 7 July 2026
  • Almost two weeks before the release of The Odyssey on July 17, the social media embargo on the film has lifted, allowing critics to share impressions after an early screening.
    Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
Noun
  • Lock Down Your Phone in 30 Minutes Your phone holds your email, passwords, photos, banking apps and personal data.
    Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 5 July 2026
  • On Thursday, photos released by state broadcaster IRIB showed the commander sitting next to Khamenei’s casket during a farewell ceremony in Tehran.
    Billy Stockwell, CNN Money, 5 July 2026
Verb
  • The first episode of How to Touch Grass publishes Monday, July 27, and new episodes are released every Monday for five weeks.
    Julie Beck, The Atlantic, 6 July 2026
  • Every top consulting firm publishes some version of an article identifying this.
    Caitlin Hewes, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
Noun
  • Inspired by the Hollywood Walk Of Fame, the plaques feature imprints of the hands of the recipients.
    Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 29 June 2026
  • At the label’s center is cofounder and marketing director Lorna Chase—a loyal, hard‑working, and ambitious brand builder with a track record in growing British food-and-drink imprints on the global stage.
    Lewis Chester, Robb Report, 27 June 2026
Noun
  • As this July Fourth approached, FOUND on the Guadalupe River still had about 1,800 items awaiting reunification, about half of them photographs.
    Alisha Ebrahimji, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
  • For those who cannot visit in person, the virtual tour has the same information with photographs.
    Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 5 July 2026
Noun
  • The largest issue of the morning while assessing resolution ballots was overvotes, undervotes and missing stamps.
    Angela George, Sioux Falls Argus Leader, 8 July 2026
  • The price of Forever stamps will rise from 78 cents to 82 cents.
    Mike Snider, USA Today, 7 July 2026
Noun
  • This story is part of a series of monthly snapshots from the Washington Examiner, titled Midterm Countdown, gauging the state of the 2026 election cycle.
    David Sivak, The Washington Examiner, 4 July 2026
  • Departing from King Street Station, the train glides past industrial waterfronts and railyards, offering snapshots of the Puget Sound.
    Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 4 July 2026
Noun
  • Alongside Stalter in the pics is fellow cast member Barrett Foa.
    Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026
  • New Custom Framing Options Are Now at Michaels To make your favorite beach pics even more personal, Michaels also added over 15 brand-new custom mat templates in its stores.
    Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 June 2026

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“Prints.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prints. Accessed 11 Jul. 2026.

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