as in to crease
to pull the sides of (something, such as skin or cloth) together so that folds or wrinkles are formed
puckered the fabric before adding stitches
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Recent Examples of pucker
Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 16 Jan. 2026
In the image, Spears sticks out her tongue while Kim puckers her lips and flashes a peace sign, with Khloé and Hudson looking on.
—Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 15 Nov. 2025
Celia Shatzman, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025
So the power pucker finally prevails, despite Donna.
—Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 10 May 2025
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Verb
The innovation eliminated unflattering creases along the back and puckering along the inseam.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 16 Jan. 2026
In the image, Spears sticks out her tongue while Kim puckers her lips and flashes a peace sign, with Khloé and Hudson looking on.
—Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 15 Nov. 2025
Noun
Protect your pucker while pampering it with this vitamin C mineral lip serum that comes in two shades that flatter everyone: Baby Pink and Neutral Peach.
—Celia Shatzman, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025
So the power pucker finally prevails, despite Donna.
—Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 10 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pucker
Verb
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The key here is to look for smart fits and dressy details, including creasing, pleating, and even embroidery.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
24 Mar. 2026
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Pair with a cropped trench coat, creased denim, and shield sunglasses for an effortlessly cool look.—
Andrea Zendejas,
Vogue,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Future closed-loop control systems will likely use online sensors and microfluidic regulators to maintain these within fetal norms.—
Srishti Gupta,
Interesting Engineering,
28 Mar. 2026
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The Raven Loop tunnel was one of more than 480 pitches Boring Company received to build a one-mile long loop tunnel that is 12 feet in diameter.—
Jessica Mathews,
Fortune,
28 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Add remaining meringue in 3 batches, gently folding with a rubber spatula after each addition until only a few streaks of meringue remain (err on the side of undermixing to keep the cake batter billowy).—
Shilpa Uskokovic,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
1 Apr. 2026
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Mindless chores like folding laundry or washing dishes are great for this.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
31 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Meanwhile, in the early 1900s, people feared broadcast radio would wrinkle their skin, dry up the sky, and even cause flooding by breaking up clouds.—
Tim Brinkhof,
Big Think,
3 Mar. 2026
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Now’s also a great time to stock up on timeless basics like the Lands’ End Super-T Short-sleeve T-shirt, a soft cotton-jersey T-shirt that won’t wrinkle, shrink, or pill over time, and is available in a whopping 13 shades that are currently 25 percent off.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Feb. 2026
Noun
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None of Imai’s misses with his four-seam fastball were competitive enough to entice the Angels to expand their strike zone.—
Chandler Rome,
New York Times,
30 Mar. 2026
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Bubic relied heavily on his four-seam fastball.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
30 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The poor choice of font did not upset me, nor, indeed, did the quality of the paper, which was not unlike single-ply toilet roll.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
17 Feb. 2026
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The next best thing is slipping into this 4-ply cashmere shawl-collar cardigan, made in Scotland for the Armoury, which is like a blanket with sleeves and buttons.—
Eric Twardzik,
Robb Report,
13 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Fluting and corrugation have also been added to the plate for longitudinal stiffness, and better traction comes via a Pwrtrac rubber outsole.—
Ian Servantes,
Footwear News,
5 Dec. 2025
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The corrugation process guarantees that the containers are robust and lightweight, which is necessary for stacking and transportation in an efficient manner.—
CMG Containers,
Sun Sentinel,
1 May 2024
Noun
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The goblet style offers a subtle twist on the pinch pleat, creating a slightly more decorative look at the top of the panel.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Mar. 2026
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The structured waistband anchors the silhouette, a front pleat adds depth, and the longer hemline lengthens the leg.—
Alex Sales,
Glamour,
15 Mar. 2026
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“Pucker.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pucker. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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