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
Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 26 Mar. 2026
The subtle bitterness is complemented with creamy cheese and a mouth-puckering lemon dressing.
—The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 6 Mar. 2026
Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 29 Jan. 2026
One had no beak, only a crimson pucker between its dark-bright eyes.
—Madhuri Vijay, New Yorker, 16 Nov. 2025
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Verb
This one plays with puckering on both ends, along with a creamsicle color palette that’s ideal for setting on deck chairs and chaises surrounding the pool.
—Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 26 Mar. 2026
The subtle bitterness is complemented with creamy cheese and a mouth-puckering lemon dressing.
—The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 6 Mar. 2026
Noun
Nothing a shot of mezcal with the pucker of sour apple can’t blot out.
—Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 29 Jan. 2026
One had no beak, only a crimson pucker between its dark-bright eyes.
—Madhuri Vijay, New Yorker, 16 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pucker
Verb
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Light-diffusing pigments blur the look of dark circles, blemishes, and uneven skin tone with a soft-focus effect, while the proprietary Flex Form Matrix technology creates a breathable layer that moves with the skin throughout the day—without settling into fine lines or creasing.—
Jailynn Taylor,
Allure,
10 May 2026
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The father was wearing a button-down shirt, creased from wear but evidently well-ironed.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
24 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The result is a family-friendly loop where people and pets can do laps or just wander down to the creek.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
6 June 2026
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The other six ascended to the highest office in the land as a result of the dysfunction that has made Peru a punch line in political-science circles, a sad story of ungovernability played on a loop.—
Daniel Alarcón,
New Yorker,
4 June 2026
Verb
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Spurs phenom Victor Wembanyama also became a topic of discussion after standing with his arms folded during the national anthem before Game 1.—
Alejandro Avila,
FOXNews.com,
9 June 2026
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Today that same location is offering a perfume experience in which guests interact with local artists for a tour into the delicate art of lotus folding and the cultural symbolism of local flora.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
9 June 2026
Noun
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Burrows has given up 17 home runs in 13 starts this season, with 11 coming on his four-seam fastball.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
7 June 2026
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Buttons require holes, a hood must be attached to the back of a garment, a zipper worked into a seam or hidden amongst pleats requires more pattern making and construction time.—
Rachel Elspeth Gross,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
Verb
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Avoid cucumbers that are soft, yellow, or wrinkled.—
Susan Hall Mahon,
Southern Living,
8 June 2026
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Crepey skin is an inevitable part of aging, and it’s characterized by loose, thin, and wrinkled skin on the neck, hands, jawline, and around the mouth.—
Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
7 June 2026
Noun
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On top of the inner liner is the carcass ply.—
Jason Fogelson,
AJC.com,
29 May 2026
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The 38-year-old living legend plies his trade for Miami FC and hopes to lead Argentina to a repeat as World Cup champion in 2026.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
26 May 2026
Noun
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Fingerprints are the surface expression of what biologists call dermal ridges: those parallel corrugations of ridged and furrowed skin that cover not just your fingertips, but also your palms, toes and soles.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2026
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So why do real grasshopper wings have corrugations?—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
31 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Only their angel was as unruffled as before, not a pleat out of place.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 June 2026
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The pants are complete with pleat detailing for a professional, polished look, but their elastic waistband rivals the comfort of pajama bottoms.—
Clara McMahon,
PEOPLE,
30 Apr. 2026
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“Pucker.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pucker. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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