rears 1 of 2

plural of rear

rears

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verb

present tense third-person singular of rear
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Recent Examples of rears
Verb
The problem really has to do with mentality, the fact that even after securing its first trophy in over a decade, the idea of being challengers, the Spursy curse still rears its head. Zak Garner-Purkis, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025 This was likely due to the injuries the team sustained, which could be an issue that rears its ugly head again. James Brizuela, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Aug. 2025 However, elitism rears its head. Meagan Jordan, Rolling Stone, 17 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rears
Noun
  • One of these is Trent Alexander-Arnold but, as The Athletic has reported, a position change to midfield was not discussed in depth during the process of his transfer from Liverpool as Madrid saw him as one of the best right-backs in the world.
    Mario Cortegana, New York Times, 5 Sep. 2025
  • While many around the world may only recall the images of houses underwater and families carrying each other on their backs and in their arms seeking shelter, survivors like New Orleans artist and performer at the 20th Annual Commemoration event, Allay Earhart, still relive that day vividly.
    Essence, Essence, 5 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Olsen kept her glam simple for the evening and opted for a terracotta blush on her cheeks and a dusky mauve gloss on her lips.
    Starr Bowenbank, PEOPLE, 8 Sep. 2025
  • Choose products that multitask—like serums that hydrate and brighten, or cream sticks that work on eyes, lips, and cheeks.
    Larry Stansbury, Essence, 5 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • The butter, which has honey in it, raises a serious concern.
    Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 5 Sep. 2025
  • Exercise itself raises body temperature because of all the additional heat produced by the cellular work involved.
    Lauren Leffer, Popular Science, 4 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • The new spot builds on Pitt’s 2021 debut with the brand, but instead of leaning into elegance and artistry, this round highlights ease and fun.
    Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 8 Sep. 2025
  • China’s upcoming mission builds on this growing awareness and follows NASA’s 2022 effort, considered the world’s first planetary defense test.
    Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 7 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Fragrant sumac Fragrant sumac is a smaller, sprawling variety that grows two to five feet tall.
    Chris McKeown, Cincinnati Enquirer, 6 Sep. 2025
  • Perhaps your next door neighbor has a much fuller magnolia tree, or your acquaintance down the street grows dozens upon dozens of lovely roses.
    Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 6 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Such tails appear much fainter and glow with a bluish hue.
    Joe Rao, Space.com, 8 Sep. 2025
  • Sauropods are herbivores known for their very long necks, long tails, small head and pillar-like legs.
    Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 2 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • The mix of casual shoppers and focused design professionals blends beautifully in the Southern sun and also breeds an element of fun.
    Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 6 Sep. 2025
  • Others focus on preserving stability, knowing that disruption breeds uncertainty, and uncertainty carries both personal and professional risk.
    Alex Brueckmann, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • All executions were temporarily suspended in Idaho while the state constructs the firing squad chamber.
    Kevin Fixler, Idaho Statesman, 2 Sep. 2025
  • Although the general manager of an MLB franchise constructs team rosters, executes player transactions, and makes critical personnel decisions, the field manager engages directly with players, fosters relationships, and cultivates team culture in the clubhouse.
    Mark LaSota, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025

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“Rears.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rears. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.

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