shingles 1 of 2

Definition of shinglesnext
plural of shingle

shingles

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verb

present tense third-person singular of shingle

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for shingles
Noun
  • Cool-season crops like kale and other brassicas will likely sustain little to no damage from a light dusting of snow, as long as leaves and stems aren't broken under the weight.
    Alexandra Jones, The Spruce, 31 Jan. 2026
  • Farmers and ranchers must accept government handouts to offset the inability to sell their crops and cattle to foreign countries.
    Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 30 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • If subfreezing air overlaps with incoming Pacific moisture, Central Texas could face another round of winter weather.
    Newsroom Meteorologist, Austin American Statesman, 27 Jan. 2026
  • Outgoing Brooklyn and Queens Congresswoman Nydia Velazquez, a veteran of the city’s progressive movement whose constituency overlaps with the 34th Assembly District, also endorsed Romero’s campaign this week.
    Chris Sommerfeldt, New York Daily News, 15 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Automotive detritus Does your car need to be cleaned out?
    The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Jan. 2026
  • The detritus of a Bronze Age ship can tell us about the people on board and the routes taken by these intrepid travelers over 3,000 years ago.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 15 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Aside from the diamond seats—which are limited to the two highest trims—I’ve fumbled to find anything to write home about in the refreshed Pilot.
    Adam Ismail, The Drive, 29 Jan. 2026
  • Moving up to the Fieldmaster and Trialmaster trims adds an electronically locking differential on each of its solid axles.
    Peter Nelson, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • The colors of the shoe remain accurate, with a bright red nubuck upper, white leather overlays, black details and a 49ers-appropriate gold mesh underlay and heel Nike Air embroidery.
    Riley Jones, Footwear News, 31 Jan. 2026
  • Surgeons operated from a cockpit in the operating room, using an input device that provided real-time augmentation, overlays, and tactile paddles while viewing a 3D monitor fed by multimodal imaging.
    Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 4 Dec. 2025
Noun
  • These silts were left behind when ancient river channels filled up or when floodwaters slowed down and gently dropped tiny particles.
    Pranjal Malewar, New Atlas, 18 Oct. 2025
  • Once river water enters the top of the lake, its slower-moving waters allow silts and other particles to drop to the bottom, and the water that exits the lake and flows further down the river is cleaner.
    Madeline Heim, jsonline.com, 14 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Lucy Boynton is known for her bobs and lobs, and this more demure style suits her well.
    Elise Tabin, InStyle, 14 Jan. 2026
  • Golden Globes hair 2026 proved that just about every length has Old Hollywood styling potential, from bobs to bixies to long, layered cuts.
    Grace McCarty, Glamour, 12 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Whether between film premieres or a post-Sundance reprieve, titans flock to the lodge for backcountry exploits like sporting clays, horseback riding, axe-throwing, and fly fishing — or opt to be whisked off to the private ski lounge.
    Elycia Rubin, HollywoodReporter, 27 Jan. 2026
  • More advanced artists may enjoy more professional sculpting clays that allow for finer detail.
    BestReviews, Mercury News, 8 Jan. 2026
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“Shingles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shingles. Accessed 5 Feb. 2026.

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