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as in splashing
to flow in a broken irregular stream
water rippling gently over the tiers of the fountain
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Recent Examples of rippling
Peter Warren, Houston Chronicle, 1 May 2026
She was fascinated by the difference in speed between human activity and, say, a stone striking water, rippling outwards.
—Joshua Minsoo Kim, Pitchfork, 28 Apr. 2026
Still, the massive damage to heavy industry is rippling through the economy.
—Tim Lister, CNN Money, 28 Apr. 2026
Birdbaths that have small fountains or agitators also keep the water rippling.
—Joan Morris, Mercury News, 27 Apr. 2026
Next, a gentle tip-tap rippling through major East Coast cities, as the girls collectively add to cart whatever Holmes is toting or throwing over her shoulders.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 26 Apr. 2026
Its Morning Blue dial, hand-hammered in 18-karat white gold, is meant to evoke the sky at first light, though its shimmering surface also suggests the rippling sea.
—Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 22 Apr. 2026
The eye-catching structure is made up of rippling waves of floor-to-ceiling glass windows, giving the front-facing rooms semi-circle window nooks from which to take in the panoramic city views.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Apr. 2026
The alien formations of the Badlands, the rippling waters of Voyageurs, the sandy slopes of Indiana Dunes.
—Julia Sayers Gokhale, Midwest Living, 17 Apr. 2026
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On routes where Spirit is the only ultra-low-cost carrier, Maheshri estimated that these low-end fares could jump by 10 to 20 percent, with smaller but still noticeable increases, around 5 percent, rippling out to nearby or competing routes through the broader airline network.
—Peter Warren, Houston Chronicle, 1 May 2026
She was fascinated by the difference in speed between human activity and, say, a stone striking water, rippling outwards.
—Joshua Minsoo Kim, Pitchfork, 28 Apr. 2026
Still, the massive damage to heavy industry is rippling through the economy.
—Tim Lister, CNN Money, 28 Apr. 2026
Birdbaths that have small fountains or agitators also keep the water rippling.
—Joan Morris, Mercury News, 27 Apr. 2026
Next, a gentle tip-tap rippling through major East Coast cities, as the girls collectively add to cart whatever Holmes is toting or throwing over her shoulders.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 26 Apr. 2026
Its Morning Blue dial, hand-hammered in 18-karat white gold, is meant to evoke the sky at first light, though its shimmering surface also suggests the rippling sea.
—Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 22 Apr. 2026
The eye-catching structure is made up of rippling waves of floor-to-ceiling glass windows, giving the front-facing rooms semi-circle window nooks from which to take in the panoramic city views.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Apr. 2026
The alien formations of the Badlands, the rippling waters of Voyageurs, the sandy slopes of Indiana Dunes.
—Julia Sayers Gokhale, Midwest Living, 17 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rippling
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Dining venues center around the village square’s plaza and splashing fountain.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 May 2026
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Heading into this week, the Green Mile was the toughest-three hole stretch on the PGA Tour, with golfers averaging nearly a shot over par while splashing almost 2,000 balls into the water since 2003.—
Jordan Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
11 May 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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An employee touched raw shrimp, then touched an apron cloth before washing their hands in the handwashing sink.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
May 8,
Sacbee.com,
8 May 2026
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Balogun had found a lump on the underside of her jaw while washing her face four months previously, and now her career and identity were about to be upended.—
George Ramsay,
New York Times,
7 May 2026
Verb
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The decision to withhold Golden Tempo comes amid bubbling conversations to tweak the Triple Crown race calendar.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
6 May 2026
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Whatever emerges from the bubbling oil of the fryer — fish and chips; thick, thin and curly fries; Scotch eggs and bangers — is immaculately fried.—
Jenn Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
4 May 2026
Adjective
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This included cuts to CalFresh that began the day the bill passed and are scheduled to keep being implemented on a rolling basis through October 2027, according to the California Budget & Policy Center.—
Graham Womack
May 9,
Sacbee.com,
9 May 2026
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Senior housing transaction volume hit $24 billion on a rolling four-quarter basis through the end of 2025—the highest level in a decade—according to JLL’s 2026 Seniors Housing and Care Investor Survey and Trends Outlook, released in March.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
9 May 2026
Verb
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Check often to ensure melting snow isn't dripping on the meter from the roof or nearby trees.—
Jennifer McRae,
CBS News,
6 May 2026
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Fellow livestream host La La Anthony, a bronze goddess in a Wiederhoeft gown dripping with jewels, channeled her inner Jessica Rabbit with red hair.—
Anika Reed,
USA Today,
5 May 2026
Verb
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So if Sundance sales trickling in months after the fact are any indication, Cannes titles could similarly take time to close.—
Brian Welk,
IndieWire,
8 May 2026
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Results are expected to begin trickling in on Friday but the final count will most likely not be confirmed until Saturday.—
Timothy Nerozzi,
The Washington Examiner,
7 May 2026
Verb
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Adding a fish pond with koi, a gurgling fountain, or even a wind chime can further play into the sense of sound.—
Rachel Davies,
Architectural Digest,
15 Apr. 2026
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Roaring Fork Falls, Setrock Creek Falls, and Big Creek Falls are all within easy reach, with short hikes that follow gurgling streams to cool, shaded falls.—
Kristy Tolley,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Rippling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rippling. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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