SHEAF Synonyms: 186 Similar and Opposite Words

sheaf

noun

ˈshēf

Definition of sheaf

as in loads

a considerable amount contends that casino gambling would generate a sheaf of social problems for the state

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Recent Examples of sheaf In isolation, against a white background that is actually overcast sky, a hook or a caisson or a sheaf of rebar appears sculptural, abstract, exquisite. — Nick Paumgarten, New Yorker, 23 Feb. 2026 Nonetheless, Netflix will carry a sheaf of about 20 PSKY shows, internationally with titles such as Matlock and King of Queens, and in the United States with titles such as Seal Team, Watson and Mayor of Kingstown. — David Bloom, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026 While there’s enough variety to satisfy visitors of all interests, the athletic events — such as stone put, hammer throw, caber toss, sheaf toss and weight over bar — prove to be a big draw. — Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 Jan. 2026 The sum total of Washington’s two-state endeavors is a sheaf of memoirs lamenting a lost peace. — Ray Takeyh, Foreign Affairs, 4 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for sheaf

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Noun

Double bag any heavy trash bags or loads that contain a lot of wet food to prevent rips and leaks.

— Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 3 July 2026
Battery systems could support those loads alongside renewable generation or other power sources.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 2 July 2026

Definition of loads

Noun

The brand has tons of airy dresses, breezy tops, lightweight bottoms, and vacation-ready staples that feel elevated (without the designer price tag).

— Kaitlin Marks, Travel + Leisure, 10 July 2026
Come for all the doggie high jinks – thanks to a ton of animatronic animals and a John Hughes screenplay – and stay for Close getting dunked in a vat of molasses.

— Brian Truitt, USA Today, 10 July 2026

Definition of ton

Noun

Tyler had numerous godchildren, more than a dozen nieces and nephews and multiple great-nieces and great-nephews.

— Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
The smaller adults’ pool has six cabanas and around two dozen chaise lounges, but never seems to be too crowded to find a seat, remaining gloriously tranquil from morning until night.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 July 2026

Definition of dozen

Noun

Late last year, county staff raised a slew of safety, financial and legal concerns to state legislators who were proposing a state law forcing the airport name change.

— Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 9 July 2026
If the sporty side-stripes aren’t your speed, the bottoms are available in a slew of traditional styles, including a vacation-ready beige linen option.

— Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 8 July 2026

Definition of slew

Noun

This World Cup, a bunch of people decided to gamble millions on whether soccer superstar Cristiano Ronaldo would cry during a match.

— Jon Sarlin, CNN Money, 11 July 2026
There were just a bunch of drunk guys at the mansion and a couple Playboy bunnies that were contractually hired to walk around and wave.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026

Definition of bunch

Noun

Officials have said the pool most likely would need to be drained again for liner repairs after chunks of blue coating were seen floating at the surface.

— Michael Kunzelman, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
Voters have already handed a good chunk of democracy itself over to nationalist, religious and ideological fascism.

— Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2026

Definition of chunk

Noun

Opt for a fresh bundle of spinach, if possible, rather than a plastic container or bag, and consume it promptly to maintain its nutrient content.

— Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 3 July 2026
The first stage puts its payload inside an app bundle that impersonates real components built into macOS.

— Dan Goodin, ArsTechnica, 2 July 2026

Definition of bundle

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