shingles 1 of 2

noun

Definition of shinglesnext
plural of shingle
1
as in marls

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2
as in crops

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shingles

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of shingle
as in overlaps

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for shingles
  1. detritus
  2. crops
  3. overlaps
  4. silts
  5. trims
  6. overlays
  7. clays
  8. bobs
Noun
  • In the next round of Count the Rice, the rice is mixed into a large box full of paper, styrofoam, and other detritus.
    — Tasha Robinson, Vulture, 14 July 2026
  • Based on carbon dating and artifacts, detritus and animal remains found at the site, Carr and others concluded the circle had likely been the foundation for a wooden ceremonial building dating back around 2,000 years.
    — Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 30 June 2026
Definition of detritus
Noun
  • And brick pavers and gravel paths define the rows of crops in the busy, sunny production garden.
    — Donna Vickroy, Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2026
  • As crops grow, they may be contaminated by harmful substances in the water or soil, or by the feces of infected people.
    — Mike Snider, USA Today, 17 July 2026
Definition of crops
Verb
  • Given that genocide involves mass murder and the destruction of life, including the elimination of access to food and medicine, its definition in the Rome Statute overlaps to some extent with the broader definition of crimes against humanity.
    — Brian Duignan, Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 July 2026
  • In general, adolescence is all about seeking independence, which usually either requires or overlaps with strength; Holden, who has felt alone since his brother Allie died of leukemia when Holden was 13, wants neither of those things.
    — Lily Meyer, The Atlantic, 7 July 2026
Definition of overlaps
Noun
  • Finer clays, silts and coarser sands would all have been deposited by different processes.
    — Geoff Emberling, The Conversation, 19 May 2026
  • 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
Definition of silts
Noun
  • Grand Victorians, generous prewars, scalloped trims, curved passageways, impossibly high ceilings, and hardwood floors for days.
    — Nora DeLigter, Curbed, 24 July 2026
  • Its upper trims are loaded with great standard features and don't break the bank.
    — Charles Singh, USA Today, 22 July 2026
Definition of trims
Verb
  • Simply point your phone’s camera at nearby buildings or landmarks, and the app overlays arrows and other visual cues to show you exactly which way to head.
    — Larry Magid, Mercury News, 16 July 2026
  • Rather than replacing existing systems, 1001 overlays them with a live operational model that analyzes data, predicts problems, and recommends—or automates—the best course of action before issues escalate.
    — Melissa Hancock, Fortune, 7 July 2026
Definition of overlays
Noun
  • Plus, the addition of colored clays, according to the brand, helps mask uneven skin tone and discoloration.
    — Alyssa Morin, InStyle, 11 July 2026
  • Practice cattle-handling skills, ride one of 70 horses and take aim on the sporting clays course.
    — Jennifer Kester, Forbes.com, 25 May 2026
Definition of clays
Noun
  • From blunt bobs to layered shags, these are some of the best short hairstyles for thick hair to try this year.
    — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 17 July 2026
  • Winona’s pixie feels like wiping the slate clean after years of polished bobs and clean-girl looks dominating the trend cycle.
    — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 8 July 2026
Definition of bobs
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