Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shakedowns
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Tripadvisor crowned Isla Pasion the top beach thanks to its coral reefs, hammocks, and turquoise waters.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Feb. 2026 -
All guests have access to an array of amenities, including beach hammocks, tennis courts, a library, freshwater pool and spa.—
Catherine Garcia,
TheWeek,
6 Feb. 2026
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Who to watch in on-field workouts The on-field workouts inside Lucas Oil Stadium will begin on Thursday afternoon, and the Cowboys will have a suite overlooking the players taking part in various position drills throughout the weekend.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
24 Feb. 2026
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Interestingly enough, Styles is reportedly planning on doing on-field workouts, which is something many top prospects shy away from at the combine.—
Joseph Hoyt,
Dallas Morning News,
24 Feb. 2026
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The office’s police dogs were deployed 485 times to support patrol operations and searches, contributing to more than 90 arrests.—
Clifford Ward,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Feb. 2026
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Officers have now finished searches of Wood Farm, on the royal Sandringham estate, where Mountbatten-Windsor moved earlier this month, according to Thames Valley Police.—
Alexander Smith,
NBC news,
20 Feb. 2026
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Beyond the studio, CYE’s first year has been packed with variety-show appearances, photoshoots, fan meets, performance schedules, and now concert rehearsals.—
Rebecca Cairns,
CNN Money,
19 Feb. 2026
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There’s no commentary or talking heads — the only narrator is Elvis, from previously unheard audio footage from one of these rehearsals.—
Rob Sheffield,
Rolling Stone,
19 Feb. 2026
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The ground-floor lounge sets the tone with soaring ceilings, plush couches, and a patisserie, before the city’s fastest elevator zips you to the 103rd floor for check-in and your first jaw-dropping view.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
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Reusable electrostatic gloves that lift fur from clothing, couches and car seats in seconds.—
Kasey Caminiti,
USA Today,
20 Feb. 2026
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The challenge is whether current board composition practices—across industries—truly reflect the full range of perspectives necessary to understand future customers and market trends.—
Betsy Atkins,
Fortune,
22 Feb. 2026
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But, so far, Fanatics hasn’t faced much scrutiny either by federal regulators or in Congress, and the company hasn’t hit any major setbacks in the cases in which it’s accused of monopolistic practices.—
A.J. Perez,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Feb. 2026
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BodyArmor will replace Coca-Cola sister brand Powerade on the sidelines of March Madness this year as the soft drink giant hunts for the right formula to boost its pair of Gatorade challengers.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
24 Feb. 2026
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Families everywhere are gearing up for egg hunts, where children race to find hidden treasures in their backyards and parks, all while dreaming of chocolate bunnies and colorful eggs.—
Brandi D. Addison,
Austin American Statesman,
23 Feb. 2026
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Since first taking place in the 1940s, cloud seeding experiments have raised concern over potential environmental and ecological risks and stoked regional security tensions, with countries accusing each other of stealing rain.—
Sam Meredith,
CNBC,
24 Feb. 2026
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The gin category has continued to expand over the years with new flavors and styles, and Hendrick’s has grown along with it, releasing new expressions and experiments that are still based on the brand’s core identity.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
23 Feb. 2026
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