1
as in to cut
to make (something) shorter or smaller with the use of a cutting instrument
he always shaves most of his hair off when the weather starts getting warmer
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2
as in to brush
to pass lightly across or touch gently especially in passing
just shaved the concrete post as the car turned the corner
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Recent Examples of shave
Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 22 May 2025
These oils allow your razor to glide effortlessly over the skin for a comfortable and sleek shave for smooth and soft skin.
—Adam Mills, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 May 2025
Zach Schonfeld, The Hill, 23 June 2025
Asking Eric: Can the boss make my co-worker shave her body hair?
—Willie J. Allen Jr, The Orlando Sentinel, 22 June 2025
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Verb
Exfoliating: This is the time to really get into the nitty-gritty with exfoliating your body and following up with a fresh shave.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 22 May 2025
These oils allow your razor to glide effortlessly over the skin for a comfortable and sleek shave for smooth and soft skin.
—Adam Mills, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 May 2025
Noun
The Supreme Court took up Monday a case on whether a former Louisiana inmate can receive damages from prison officials for forcibly shaving his dreadlocks despite his Rastafari beliefs.
—Zach Schonfeld, The Hill, 23 June 2025
Asking Eric: Can the boss make my co-worker shave her body hair?
—Willie J. Allen Jr, The Orlando Sentinel, 22 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for shave
Verb
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The chances the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates by 50 basis points in December are growing, according to Oxford Economics.—
Danny Bakst,
Fortune,
9 July 2025
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Both headphones are astonishingly quiet, virtually eliminating lower drone sounds, cutting higher frequency noises like key clicks, and even erasing piercing sounds like dogs barking with a bit of music.—
Ryan Waniata,
Wired News,
9 July 2025
Verb
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Martz brushed off the remark and Bertram took him back to his office.—
Tony Cook,
IndyStar,
2 July 2025
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Fixing leaks, turning off the faucet while brushing your teeth, installing water-efficient appliances and running full loads of laundry all help reduce water use.—
Claire Marks,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
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The shower also now features a toe ledge for shaving, as well as custom niches that were specially built to accommodate the owners’ shower products.—
Lennie Omalza,
The Courier-Journal,
2 July 2025
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Libby recommends focusing on proper shaving technique.—
Audrey Noble,
Vogue,
1 July 2025
Verb
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Some might have trimmed guest lists — not for space, but to cut the grocery bill.—
Orlando Sentinel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
5 July 2025
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The hue of your walls, trim, and ceiling can either clash or complement your upholstery, drapery, and art.—
Tessa Cooper,
Southern Living,
2 July 2025
Verb
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Other sweet shots include Harley kissing her fiancé in his arms, and two celebratory engagement cakes.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
People.com,
24 Mar. 2025
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In the video, baby Sofia can be seen giggling in her bouncer as Ree sings, plays and tickles her, as well as kissing the happy infant, who looks cute in a floral sleeper.—
Becca Longmire,
People.com,
24 Mar. 2025
Noun
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In the glove box was a small stack of newspaper clippings.—
The Christian Science Monitor,
Christian Science Monitor,
12 June 2025
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To create their report, the girls reviewed autobiographies, newspaper clippings and even interviewed protest leaders.—
Sarah D. Wire,
USA Today,
11 June 2025
Verb
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An eastbound tractor-trailer then clipped the blade, Allman said.—
Natalie Neysa Alund,
USA Today,
2 July 2025
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Well the bracket that is attached to the doorframe had the screws clipped short and then pushed back into the frame.—
Darlin Tillery,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 July 2025
Noun
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Use a sharp paring knife to cut 4 slits in the top crust for steam to escape.—
Stephanie Ganz,
Southern Living,
7 July 2025
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Using a sharp paring knife, start at the head end, and slice lengthwise along the back about three-fourths of the way through (do not cut all the way through), following the natural groove.—
Sabrina Weiss,
People.com,
4 July 2025
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“Shave.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shave. Accessed 13 Jul. 2025.
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