Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sallying
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But in overtime, Beck threw his second interception of the game — with Mustangs safety Ahmaad Moses jumping a route on a pass intended for Malachi Toney — and then SMU scored a touchdown six plays later for the win.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
2 Nov. 2025 -
Paramount is definitely clearing its deck, along with plenty of sailors jumping — and being pushed — over the side.—
James Hibberd,
HollywoodReporter,
31 Oct. 2025
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For a vacuum that’s quiet in operation and capable of tackling messes on hard floors and medium-pile carpets, this is a great pick.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
5 Nov. 2025
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While they’re used to high-pressure performances and tough judges, tackling a tango on live TV is a whole different ballgame.—
Diana Pearl,
PEOPLE,
4 Nov. 2025
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Detroit’s first wireless charging roadway and UCLA’s expanding project for multi-user EV transit hubs reflect rising federal support, with more expansion planned through 2026.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Nov. 2025
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Both Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk have made billions charging as much for these drugs as the market will allow.—
Nicholas Florko,
The Atlantic,
7 Nov. 2025
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The name beaver moon comes from beavers setting up their lodges for winter during this time of year, and the history of trapping beavers for the North American fur trade during the season, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
3 Nov. 2025
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The processing team, responsible for trapping and transporting monkeys, was known for causing some of the worst injuries.—
Ava Kofman,
New Yorker,
3 Nov. 2025
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Has Trump seen the album cover of To Pimp A Butterfly with Kendrick Lamar and his shirtless homies mean mugging on the White House lawn while a dead judge lies at their feet?—
Rodney Carmichael,
NPR,
1 Oct. 2025
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No amount of mugging before the cameras in Tianjin could mask the comedown this represents.—
Bobby Ghosh,
Time,
2 Sep. 2025
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Under the guidance of Julian Nagelsmann, Germany has rediscovered its attacking rhythm and pressing intensity, signaling a potential return to the elite.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Immigration and Customs Enforcement has angered many Americans by wearing masks while on duty, attacking peaceful protesters and arresting mostly people with no criminal record.—
Tom Roland,
Billboard,
5 Nov. 2025
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Ohtani went on to win the World Series with the Dodgers in his first season, capturing the National League MVP as well, without even pitching.—
Nelson Espinal,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
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Every frame of the film feels intentional, capturing the river and forests of the Amazon with great attention to the light and sounds of the region.—
Christian Blauvelt,
IndieWire,
24 Oct. 2025
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In 1495 Columbus retaliated by assailing Taíno villages and capturing chiefs.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
23 Oct. 2025
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“Sallying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sallying. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
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