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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
  • The antioxidant story continues with green tea sourced from Korea’s Jeju Island, known for its mineral-rich soil and nutrient-dense crops, adding an extra layer of environmental defense.
    Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 9 May 2026
  • Tomato Companion Plants To Use As Trap Crops Trap crops attract pests away from desirable plants such as food crops or ornamental plantings.
    Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 9 May 2026
Verb
  • Chagyrskaya 64 has a second cavity, which overlaps a groove in the side of the tooth that looks like trademark evidence of picking.
    ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 13 May 2026
  • Reach out to people who engaged with your content, new followers who match your ideal client profile, and second-degree connections whose work overlaps with yours.
    Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 10 May 2026
Noun
  • Because bananas are made of organic materials, let microorganisms and detritus eaters (like red wiggler composting worms) do their job.
    Haniya Rae, Martha Stewart, 5 May 2026
  • There were about two hundred people gathered in the wreckage of the lobby, which was full of seawater and detritus.
    Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 4 May 2026
Noun
  • Weightless drama brings sheer layers and kinetic textures to the forefront with drama by utilizing delicate trims and soft frill details.
    Kanika Talwar, Footwear News, 14 May 2026
  • The company sees slowness not as a limitation, but as a strategic asset that reduces risk, trims costs, and eases environmental impact.
    Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 14 May 2026
Verb
  • Navy and white color-blocking sees the former color applied to patent leather overlays with contrast stitching, which stands out atop a white leather base.
    Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 22 Apr. 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
  • Texture is key for bringing flat strands to life, especially with shorter cuts like lobs and bobs.
    Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 7 Apr. 2026
  • Popular mid-length blonde hairstyles include textured bobs, layered curls, and curtain bangs.
    Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 1 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • That’s thanks to a blend of Brazilian clays finely-milled into powders which blend easily into roots (even on darker hair colors).
    Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 8 Apr. 2026
  • 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
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“Shingles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shingles. Accessed 16 May. 2026.

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