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Recent Examples of rippled
Collin Binkley, Chicago Tribune, 25 Feb. 2026
But in recent months, worries about aggressive spending on AI have rippled through Wall Street as investors question whether that spending will materialize into actual profits.
—Jared Perlo, NBC news, 24 Feb. 2026
That sense of alarm rippled well beyond Jalisco.
—Kate Linthicum, Los Angeles Times, 23 Feb. 2026
Under a flagpole where thirteen stripes and twenty-four stars rippled in the breeze, over two hundred armed troops busied themselves in the barracks, mess hall, and ammunition and weapons depots.
—Literary Hub, 23 Feb. 2026
The rippled, frill-like edges are seen on the lateral and medial side panels of the shoe across three neutral earth tone spins on the 204L in Sea Salt/Linen (style code U204L2SZ), Lone Star Gray/Sea Salt (style code U204L5AV) and Reflection/Truffle Salt (style code U204L6A6).
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 17 Feb. 2026
The disruption worsened already-existing shortages of anesthesia and pain medications, a crisis that rippled through operating rooms, oncology units, and emergency departments.
—Parker Crutchfield, STAT, 17 Feb. 2026
New York — A sell-off rippled through software, real estate and trucking stocks this past week as investors worried artificial intelligence could upend some industries — and analysts say the white-knuckle drops might not be over yet.
—John Towfighi, CNN Money, 16 Feb. 2026
The broadside rippled across corporate America as companies accelerated efforts to scale back or scrap DEI programs that could put them in the president’s crosshairs.
—Jessica Guynn, USA Today, 4 Feb. 2026
Verb
Resignations have rippled across the academic, legal and business communities.
—Collin Binkley, Chicago Tribune, 25 Feb. 2026
But in recent months, worries about aggressive spending on AI have rippled through Wall Street as investors question whether that spending will materialize into actual profits.
—Jared Perlo, NBC news, 24 Feb. 2026
That sense of alarm rippled well beyond Jalisco.
—Kate Linthicum, Los Angeles Times, 23 Feb. 2026
Under a flagpole where thirteen stripes and twenty-four stars rippled in the breeze, over two hundred armed troops busied themselves in the barracks, mess hall, and ammunition and weapons depots.
—Literary Hub, 23 Feb. 2026
The rippled, frill-like edges are seen on the lateral and medial side panels of the shoe across three neutral earth tone spins on the 204L in Sea Salt/Linen (style code U204L2SZ), Lone Star Gray/Sea Salt (style code U204L5AV) and Reflection/Truffle Salt (style code U204L6A6).
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 17 Feb. 2026
The disruption worsened already-existing shortages of anesthesia and pain medications, a crisis that rippled through operating rooms, oncology units, and emergency departments.
—Parker Crutchfield, STAT, 17 Feb. 2026
New York — A sell-off rippled through software, real estate and trucking stocks this past week as investors worried artificial intelligence could upend some industries — and analysts say the white-knuckle drops might not be over yet.
—John Towfighi, CNN Money, 16 Feb. 2026
The broadside rippled across corporate America as companies accelerated efforts to scale back or scrap DEI programs that could put them in the president’s crosshairs.
—Jessica Guynn, USA Today, 4 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rippled
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Wilder splashed through the inflatable obstacle course at HydroDash at The Palawan Sentosa, swam in the infinity pool at Marina Bay Sands, and learned about Peranakan culture during a private tour of The Intan, a tiny home museum filled with stories and antiques.—
Jordi Lippe-McGraw,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Feb. 2026
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The accommodation includes two primary bedrooms, complete with those warm, inviting blues, greens, and reds, as well as stunning marble splashed across the bathrooms, with spacious standalone tubs to boot, and a roomy kitchen don up in a light sage.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
23 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Another effective anti-swelling remedy is a delicious snack that may be hiding in the fridge.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
27 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Staff washed utensils, cutting boards and the three-compartment sink without sanitizer.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado,
Sacbee.com,
27 Feb. 2026
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Both experts agree that plastic curtains or liners shouldn’t be placed in the washing machine; instead, those should be hand-washed.—
Lauren David,
Southern Living,
27 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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For those trips that are too short for a rolling suitcase, but too long for just a backpack, a weekender bag is the perfect choice.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Feb. 2026
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The batch of thousands of images was pulled for review and is being uploaded with necessary redactions on a rolling basis.—
Daniel Ruetenik,
CBS News,
27 Feb. 2026
Verb
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From start to finish, the 13-minute show bubbled with irrepressible energy, a celebration of human connections that transcended the sour headlines of the day.—
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 Feb. 2026
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Being on the floor during a fracas that bubbled over into the first row of the Spectrum Center stands turned out to be quite the memorable moment for Brandon Miller.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Sigurdsson trickled in a shot from the left side of the penalty box.—
Chris Hays,
The Orlando Sentinel,
24 Feb. 2026
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The ball trickled across the goal, and Munie was first to react just before halftime.—
Daniel Sperry,
Kansas City Star,
22 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Driving impressions All-terrain tires — a no-cost option — gave the bZ Woodland reasonable capability on a rutted dirt trail up to a scenic ocean view overlook miles inland from the coast.—
Mark Phelan,
USA Today,
20 Feb. 2026
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The refuge is at the end of a 25-mile-long rutted dirt road that climbs through a shadowy forest of pine and spruce, punctuated by the sparkle of the occasional stream or meadow.—
Michael Pollan,
The Atlantic,
26 Jan. 2026
Verb
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If the winds were steady enough, as the water dripped down the icicle, it would be pushed back, causing the ice to accumulate in the back, rather than at the bottom.—
Ray Petelin,
CBS News,
28 Feb. 2026
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The strapless gown was designed with a plunging neckline and dripped in tassel-like gems.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
26 Feb. 2026
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“Rippled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rippled. Accessed 6 Mar. 2026.
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