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as in wheel
a series of events or actions that repeat themselves regularly and in the same order
a busy round of parties during the holiday season
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as in spherical
having every part of the surface the same distance from the center
round billiard balls the earth is not perfectly round
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as in plump
having an excess of body fat
a round little grandmother who was a natural to play Mrs. Claus
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as in ringing
marked by conspicuously full and rich sounds or tones
an organ with a beautifully round sound
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as in exact
being neither more nor less than a certain amount, number, or extent
a round dozen eggs
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as in through
from beginning to end
people working there all year round
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as in around
on all sides or in every direction
gather round and listen to my story
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as in to circle
to travel completely around
a monorail for visitors that rounds the park
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as in to curve
to turn away from a straight line or course
rounded on the track and headed for the finish line
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Recent Examples of round
Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 14 June 2026
Morrison, a second-round pick last year from Notre Dame, looks like a different player after spending his first training camp nursing a hamstring injury.
—Rick Stroud, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 June 2026
Ella Field, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 June 2026
Passes for the round-trip cost $15 per person, per match, and require a match ticket.
—Sophie Lindberg, Kansas City Star, 16 June 2026
Matt Schooley, CBS News, 15 June 2026
Meditation, yoga, journaling and a daily walk round out the basics.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 13 June 2026
Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 25 Apr. 2026
After navigating the treacherous play-in round the past three years to make it to the playoffs, and even the NBA Finals in 2023, the Heat’s run of six consecutive seasons in the playoffs is over.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 15 Apr. 2026
Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 15 June 2026
Los Angeles topped the list with 70 reported attacks, with San Diego, Oakland, Long Beach and San Francisco rounding out the top 33.
—Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 15 June 2026
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Noun
The 7-foot Towns, always a standout scorer and rebounder, embraced much more responsibility as a facilitator in these playoffs, an adjustment the Knicks made after falling behind 2-1 in their first-round series against the Hawks.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 14 June 2026
Morrison, a second-round pick last year from Notre Dame, looks like a different player after spending his first training camp nursing a hamstring injury.
—Rick Stroud, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 June 2026
Adjective
Use a geometry compass or a round object, like a dinner plate, to draw a smooth arch connecting these two lines.
—Ella Field, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 June 2026
Passes for the round-trip cost $15 per person, per match, and require a match ticket.
—Sophie Lindberg, Kansas City Star, 16 June 2026
Adverb
The mountain was designated a National Natural Landmark in 1987 and has recreational activities year round.
—Matt Schooley, CBS News, 15 June 2026
Meditation, yoga, journaling and a daily walk round out the basics.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 13 June 2026
Preposition
That gave the Giants seven selections on the weekend including first round Ohio State weak side linebacker Arvell Reese, first round Miami right tackle Francis Mauigoa, second-round Tennessee corner Colton Hood, third-round Notre Dame receiver Malachi Fields and the three sixth-round picks.
—Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 25 Apr. 2026
After navigating the treacherous play-in round the past three years to make it to the playoffs, and even the NBA Finals in 2023, the Heat’s run of six consecutive seasons in the playoffs is over.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 15 Apr. 2026
Verb
Saunas and a fitness center round out the amenities.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 15 June 2026
Los Angeles topped the list with 70 reported attacks, with San Diego, Oakland, Long Beach and San Francisco rounding out the top 33.
—Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 15 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for round
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In the 2024 season, Wimsatt’s first with the CGA after a career in education, caddies completed 700 loops between Memorial Day and Labor Day.—
Max Scheinblum,
Denver Post,
13 June 2026
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The local loop extends to suppliers.—
Christopher Elliott,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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Perry was also spotted behind the wheel of an electric vehicle and tooled around town with Trudeau riding in the passenger seat.—
Tracy Wright,
FOXNews.com,
16 June 2026
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Anyone who discovers that their vehicle’s wheels or tires have been stolen should contact the Rocklin Police Department’s non-emergency line at 916-625-5400 to file a report.—
Nicole Buss,
Sacbee.com,
16 June 2026
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Different types of circles with different patterns pop up on the headset.—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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Now, 32 years later, Lenahan calls this a full-circle moment.—
Ryan Hughes,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
Adjective
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The oil-free cream formula is anchored by spherical particles that absorb and refract light to blur dark spots, redness, and uneven texture without emphasizing the lines and pores that heavier concealers tend to magnify.—
Jailynn Taylor,
Allure,
13 June 2026
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Peppercorns are the small, spherical fruits that grow in bunches on a climbing vine of these plants, similar to how grapes come to life.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 June 2026
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The abalone is plump and toothsome, yet still tender and accompanied by asparagus kissed by the fire.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
16 June 2026
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Post use, skin looks and feels more plump and less inflamed, with redness virtually gone and fine lines softened.—
Eva Thomas,
InStyle,
14 June 2026
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On the other, giving up 24 goals in a five-game loss to a team that immediately forgets how to score and gets swept isn’t exactly a ringing endorsement of a team being close to contending.—
Sean McIndoe,
New York Times,
1 June 2026
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There is performance and rage, humor and babies, bell ringing and escape rooms.—
Erica Firpo,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2026
Adjective
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By leveraging exact data and diagnostics, organizations can pinpoint exactly where their culture is fracturing—frequently among Black women, employees with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ professionals.—
Julie Kratz,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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The Generic 2-Story Prefab Restaurant is listed as a shipping container restaurant, but since the structure is fully customizable to your exact specifications, the only limits to its uses are your own imagination.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
14 June 2026
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Under the satin nightie, Holmes wore a white tank top that intentionally allowed her black bra straps to peek through.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
16 June 2026
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Those showers don't encompass the entire area and will move through, bringing with them on and off stormy conditions.—
Jesse Zanger,
CBS News,
16 June 2026
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“Round.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/round. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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