shivs

plural of shiv, slang

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for shivs
Noun
  • It’s made of 100 percent solid acacia wood, which is great for cooking thanks to its water-resistant and durable finish that won’t dull your knives.
    Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 15 Oct. 2025
  • Packages of flying tortillas thrown at the wrong time, or pocket knives, would only hurt a reputation that Texas Tech has worked doggedly to change and show that the Red Raiders are at home on a national stage, and not the crazy drunk uncle ruining a holiday.
    Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Behind your curious browsing is one bobbed and bleary-eyed writer searching for the best October Prime Day deals with a ferocity known only to coupon-cutters.
    Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 8 Oct. 2025
  • Guess where most cord cutters and cord nevers are flocking instead for their broadcast and cable fix?
    Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 3 Oct. 2025
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“Shivs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shivs. Accessed 18 Oct. 2025.

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