as in cheeks
the part of the body upon which someone sits
the mother swatted her toddler lightly on his diapered rear end to get his attention
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Recent Examples of rear ends
The Kimbo 8 separates itself from its older, smaller sibling most notably at the front and rear ends of the cabin.
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New Atlas, 26 Mar. 2026
Every few moments, the dogs stop, lean back on their hind legs, and pinch off a Polaroid-like print from their rear ends.
—Mack Degeurin, Popular Science, 4 Dec. 2025
Both Norris and Piastri required new rear ends on their cars after the sprint shunts, while Piastri’s front suspension also had to be replaced.
—Luke Smith, New York Times, 19 Oct. 2025
The front and rear ends call to mind the first-generation Ford GT, while its profile seems to have taken some cues from Koenigsegg’s distinctive design language.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 10 Oct. 2025
New Atlas, 26 Mar. 2026
Every few moments, the dogs stop, lean back on their hind legs, and pinch off a Polaroid-like print from their rear ends.
—Mack Degeurin, Popular Science, 4 Dec. 2025
Both Norris and Piastri required new rear ends on their cars after the sprint shunts, while Piastri’s front suspension also had to be replaced.
—Luke Smith, New York Times, 19 Oct. 2025
The front and rear ends call to mind the first-generation Ford GT, while its profile seems to have taken some cues from Koenigsegg’s distinctive design language.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 10 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rear ends
Noun
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Each treatment requires just three minutes, and the wand’s rotating head easily glides over the forehead, cheeks, under eyes, jawline and neck.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
29 Mar. 2026
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Flush Balm blush in shade Bespoke awakens her cheeks with ease.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
24 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Tickets to his Charlotte appearance range from $125 for regular admission to $10,000 for multiple VIP seats and extra access to Stone.—
Mary Ramsey,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Mar. 2026
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The ads target safe Republican seats and most competitive races, including Georgia, Michigan, North Carolina, and New Hampshire.—
Ramsey Touchberry,
The Washington Examiner,
26 Mar. 2026
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For most people, National Puppy Day is a chance to celebrate wagging tails, tiny paws, and the joy puppies bring to everyday life.—
Kendall Malinchock,
USA Today,
23 Mar. 2026
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It’s paired with twin tails inspired by Ferrari’s 512 S, which beat Steve McQueen’s Porsche 908 at the 1970 12 Hours of Sebring.—
Erik Shilling,
Robb Report,
21 Mar. 2026
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For ski bums looking to hit the Colorado slopes without slogging through I-70 traffic, there’s no better destination than Winter Park.—
Sarah Cahalan,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Mar. 2026
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Expensive trip to modern backcountry huts Backcountry skiing is no longer just for ski bums.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
28 Feb. 2026
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The Stars had rebounded from a season-worst, six-match winless skid to construct a three-game points streak, which disintegrated on Tuesday in just their second loss in eight tail ends of back-to-back sets.—
Andrew Knoll,
Oc Register,
14 Jan. 2026
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If desired, trim off the tapered tail ends, too.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Nov. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Rear ends.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rear%20ends. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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