as in jewels
a usually valuable stone cut and polished for ornament
a trophy wife with enough rocks to open her own jewelry store
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as in sways
to make a series of unsteady side-to-side motions
the boat was rocking so much that several passengers felt seasick
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as in shakes
to swing unsteadily back and forth or from side to side
the drunk rocked on his heels for a moment and then fell flat on his back
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as in stuns
to make senseless or dizzy by a blow
she rocked the mugger with a single punch and then ran
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as in surprises
to make a strong impression on (someone) with something unexpected
the news of the mayor's sudden death rocked the city
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Recent Examples of rocks
Sarah Horbacewicz, CBS News, 16 Feb. 2026
Fairy rocks The curling stones the players were using Tuesday in Norfolk were made in the same place as the ones used in the Olympic games.
—Dave Altimari, Hartford Courant, 16 Feb. 2026
Green nature against red rocks against endless blue skies.
—Becky Bartkowski, AZCentral.com, 14 Feb. 2026
At times protests have turned violent, with demonstrators throwing bottles, rocks and fireworks, and officers have arrested many people for allegedly trying to assault them or hit them with cars.
—Natasha Korecki, NBC news, 14 Feb. 2026
Rock jetties can be deadly in such conditions, stay off the rocks.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 14 Feb. 2026
But after the 2014 Rock Hall inductee once again took aim at rap being included in the HOF earlier this week, the Hard Rhymer provided the God of Thunder with a little history lesson on what rocks, and what rolls.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 13 Feb. 2026
Secure the tarp with bungees, ropes, rocks, or a combination of items heavy enough to keep it down tightly.
—Steven John, Architectural Digest, 13 Feb. 2026
In one especially heated sequence, Catherine, overcome with lust, dashes off to the moors and pleasures herself ferociously against the rocks.
—Justin Chang, New Yorker, 9 Feb. 2026
Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 7 Feb. 2026
In the trailer, Taylor-Joy rocks a platinum blonde chin-grazing bob.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 3 Feb. 2026
Finally comes Mia, who rocks it.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 31 Jan. 2026
The two embrace, and Benson rocks Riley gently.
—Alex Ross, PEOPLE, 29 Jan. 2026
But when a tsunami rocks their island, profound tragedy ensues, and immediately ups the stakes of a brief encounter.
—Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 6 Jan. 2026
Bourbon Street terror attack rocks New Orleans New Orleans’ famous Bourbon Street was marred by tragedy within hours of ringing in the new year, marking the first major mass casualty event of 2025.
—Julia Bonavita, FOXNews.com, 31 Dec. 2025
The world’s biggest advertising agency, Omnicom, bought its rival, IPG, as AI rocks the industry that basically invented it.
—Liz Hoffman, semafor.com, 23 Dec. 2025
Noun
This means that instead of grass, her yard is landscaped with rocks, mulch, and a tree or two that requires less water.
—Sarah Horbacewicz, CBS News, 16 Feb. 2026
Fairy rocks The curling stones the players were using Tuesday in Norfolk were made in the same place as the ones used in the Olympic games.
—Dave Altimari, Hartford Courant, 16 Feb. 2026
Green nature against red rocks against endless blue skies.
—Becky Bartkowski, AZCentral.com, 14 Feb. 2026
At times protests have turned violent, with demonstrators throwing bottles, rocks and fireworks, and officers have arrested many people for allegedly trying to assault them or hit them with cars.
—Natasha Korecki, NBC news, 14 Feb. 2026
Rock jetties can be deadly in such conditions, stay off the rocks.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 14 Feb. 2026
But after the 2014 Rock Hall inductee once again took aim at rap being included in the HOF earlier this week, the Hard Rhymer provided the God of Thunder with a little history lesson on what rocks, and what rolls.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 13 Feb. 2026
Secure the tarp with bungees, ropes, rocks, or a combination of items heavy enough to keep it down tightly.
—Steven John, Architectural Digest, 13 Feb. 2026
In one especially heated sequence, Catherine, overcome with lust, dashes off to the moors and pleasures herself ferociously against the rocks.
—Justin Chang, New Yorker, 9 Feb. 2026
Verb
Lawrence rocks this statement piece by pairing it with more casual items like a simple black tote bag, a beanie, and a pair of neutral colored pants.
—Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 7 Feb. 2026
In the trailer, Taylor-Joy rocks a platinum blonde chin-grazing bob.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 3 Feb. 2026
Finally comes Mia, who rocks it.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 31 Jan. 2026
The two embrace, and Benson rocks Riley gently.
—Alex Ross, PEOPLE, 29 Jan. 2026
But when a tsunami rocks their island, profound tragedy ensues, and immediately ups the stakes of a brief encounter.
—Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 6 Jan. 2026
Bourbon Street terror attack rocks New Orleans New Orleans’ famous Bourbon Street was marred by tragedy within hours of ringing in the new year, marking the first major mass casualty event of 2025.
—Julia Bonavita, FOXNews.com, 31 Dec. 2025
The world’s biggest advertising agency, Omnicom, bought its rival, IPG, as AI rocks the industry that basically invented it.
—Liz Hoffman, semafor.com, 23 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rocks
Noun
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The cash, gold, jewels, and crypto are all ready.—
Kaycee Sloan,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
13 Feb. 2026
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Below, explore their multi-million dollar jewels, in addition to trending styles like toro et moi and east-west rings.—
Christina Perrier,
InStyle,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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In addition, the NFL argued that the NFLPA refused to share important information about its survey, including methodology such as whether the data is weighted or averaged, and how qualitative feedback sways results.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
13 Feb. 2026
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Look for a silhouette that has a little movement, like this wide-leg pair, for a cropped hemline that sways above loafers, sneakers, and ballet flats.—
Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
6 Feb. 2026
Verb
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When Dana peeks in and Robby simply shakes his head no?—
Maggie Fremont,
Vulture,
13 Feb. 2026
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Thinking back to the days leading up to the 2025 Daytona 500, Sarah Turner Wells shakes her head in astonishment.—
Jordan Bianchi,
New York Times,
12 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Executive producer and star of the film, Danielle Brooks, stuns with her performance as a mother trying to juggle it all and offers an honest portrayal of what happens when extenuating circumstances prevent closeness and warmth within a household.—
Dominique Fluker,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Nicole Kidman stuns in an orange ensemble while in Paris, as Diane Kruger and Norman Reedus have a rare date night at the Armani Privé show during Paris Fashion Week.—
Escher Walcott,
PEOPLE,
28 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Then John surprises her by showing up at the Calvin Klein showroom for a new suit.—
Erin Jensen,
USA Today,
13 Feb. 2026
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Further insight into what surprises the new season may bring, can be found below in the character descriptions for the new recurring cast.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
13 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Stocks at Night Email Newsletter From the CNBC Pro staff comes an evening playbook on Wall Street’s biggest headlines, moves, and hidden gems from the day, and get a first look at tomorrow’s stock market moving moments.—
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CNBC,
13 Feb. 2026
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Below, browse through flattering wide-leg jeans, expensive-looking ballet flats, and delicious cashmere tops, just to name a few gems.—
Cheryl Wagemann,
InStyle,
11 Feb. 2026
Verb
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When, at my photographer’s request, the president approaches the window of his office to open the blinds, his bodyguard lurches forward to close them.—
Simon Shuster,
The Atlantic,
12 Feb. 2026
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Sometimes an unexpected event lurches family members into becoming caregivers.—
Briah Lumpkins,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Trying to hold all of that in, trying to be the one who never falters is not sustainable.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 Feb. 2026
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What never falters is the euphoric chaos of the experience.—
Jenn Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Feb. 2026
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“Rocks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rocks. Accessed 18 Feb. 2026.
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