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Recent Examples of roaches
Discussion of the callback inspection can start and stop with 20 dead roaches on the kitchen floor, one dead roach and two live friends on the rim of a bucket with seasonings.
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David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 27 Oct. 2025
David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 27 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for roaches
Noun
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Zelig has been working to make the virtual models on Build a Look appear more lifelike, utilizing multiple photo shoots on real models, relaxing the poses, and changing hairdos.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
9 Oct. 2025
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Idomeneo himself appears as a park ranger, complete with Greek motifs on his shorts, while other cast members parade in sailor outfits and bouffant hairdos.—
Sheila Regan,
Twin Cities,
22 Aug. 2025
Noun
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On-site supportive services, including free haircuts and a veterinarian who can work with emotional support animals, will be overseen by the nonprofit Alpha Project.—
Blake Nelson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 Oct. 2025
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But the pain will also reverberate through the broader economy, as federal workers stay at home and avoid the types of routine daily purchases — lunches, cabs, haircuts — that can make local economies hum.—
Mike Lillis,
The Hill,
8 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The shifting of hair hairstyles.—
Donnetta Monk,
Essence,
24 Oct. 2025
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Meanwhile, Brigette, who is better known online as Acquired Style, has an online presence for pushing her fashion chops to the limits, trying out over-the-top outfits and hairstyles online.—
Tabitha Parent,
PEOPLE,
20 Oct. 2025
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“Roaches.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/roaches. Accessed 9 Nov. 2025.
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