ruck

Definition of rucknext

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ruck
Verb
  • The father was wearing a button-down shirt, creased from wear but evidently well-ironed.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 24 Apr. 2026
  • This step builds on the eye cream by extending that moisture barrier across the full face and preventing the delicate eye area from drying out and creasing as the day goes on.
    Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 23 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Using a flexible bench scraper or hard plastic spatula, fold dough over and onto itself several times, scraping bottom and sides of bowl, to bring together into a mass (dough will feel very wet and sticky).
    Claire Saffitz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 12 May 2026
  • The bench-seat cushion comes off to reveal a fold-out mattress that fits both full and queen size sheets, so this bed comfortably fits two people.
    Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 May 2026
Verb
  • The gold medalist and Owens puckered up for a kiss before the Chicago Bears took on the New York Giants.
    Diane J. Cho, PEOPLE, 22 Apr. 2026
  • This one plays with puckering on both ends, along with a creamsicle color palette that’s ideal for setting on deck chairs and chaises surrounding the pool.
    Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 26 Mar. 2026
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“Ruck.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ruck. Accessed 15 May. 2026.

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