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side

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adjective

as in lateral
of, relating to, or located on one side please bring all deliveries to the side door

Synonyms & Similar Words

side

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verb

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of side
Noun
The phone’s left side has a slot for SIM cards and microSD cards, while the right side holds the power and volume buttons. PCMAG, 30 Jan. 2025 The strong dollar does help on the expense side, decreasing the cost of goods sold (COGS) and operating expense growth by 2 percentage points and 1 percentage point, respectively. Jeff Marks, CNBC, 30 Jan. 2025
Adjective
But Zelda’s been getting the side character treatment since 1986, when the original Legend of Zelda released for Famicom. Ashley Bardhan, Vulture, 27 Sep. 2024 In an era where the traditional 9-to-5 grind is increasingly clashing with the quest for personal fulfillment and flexibility, many are on the lookout for side opportunities that spark joy in the words of Marie Kondo. Chloe Castleberry, StyleCaster, 1 Oct. 2024
Verb
Tuck wing tips under; transfer turkey to prepared roasting pan, breast side up. Nicole Hopper, Southern Living, 4 Nov. 2024 The audience is right along side him on his journey. Jeryl Brunner, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for side 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for side
Noun
  • But in the 68th minute, Chelsea paid the price as Haaland nudged a long pass from his goalkeeper past Chalobah on the right flank before cutting inside and sitting him down.
    Sam Lee, The Athletic, 25 Jan. 2025
  • The fire's most active flank is on its northern boundary near the Otay Lakes Road area.
    Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 24 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • This is perhaps one of the most compelling aspects of wearing outstanding tunnel outfits: These moments push athletes into the forefront in an undeniable way.
    Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 23 Jan. 2025
  • Highlight Member Success Stories One of the most rewarding aspects of building a community is watching your members reach their goals.
    Veranda Adkins, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • Scott Peterson/Getty Images/The Christian Science Monitor Yet as different factions begin to shape the country’s post-Assad future, the past screams out for justice.
    Scott Peterson, The Christian Science Monitor, 31 Jan. 2025
  • Now, both warring political factions spin the narrative surrounding tragedies to suit their agendas.
    The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 31 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • The Seahawks then requested an interview with Kafka for their OC job, but the Giants blocked the lateral move.
    Dan Duggan, The Athletic, 23 Jan. 2025
  • In late winter, trim these lateral branches to a length of 12 inches to encourage larger, higher quality berries.
    Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 20 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • Fox told The Sacramento Bee the injury occurred when he was clubbed on the hand by Nuggets center Nikola Jokic.
    Jason Anderson, Sacramento Bee, 25 Jan. 2025
  • In the next few scenes, the filmmaker shows Eden acting out, wearing her dead brother’s clothes and sneaking out to go clubbing, in hopes that the music might distract from her pain.
    Peter Debruge, Variety, 20 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • For anyone under the impression that dogs are being skinned, perish the thought.
    Rosalie R. Radomsky, New York Times, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Almond is the star of the show here, in milk, oil, extract, and protein formats—delivering fatty acids and omega 9s to skin for improved softness and nourishment.
    Kiana Murden, Vogue, 18 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • Fox’s monochromatic ensemble consisted of a button-front midi skirt, a cropped puffer jacket and a leather corset top.
    Hannah Malach, WWD, 23 Jan. 2025
  • Renato Moicano came up short in his attempt to unseat Islam Makhachev at the top of the UFC lightweight division at UFC 311, losing to the champ via first-round submission.
    Trent Reinsmith, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • Even minor cuts on your hands increase the risk of infection.
    Jonathan Granoff, Newsweek, 29 Jan. 2025
  • Then odd yellow lines appear on hands January 24, 2025 6:02 PM Read Next World Woman on flight in severe pain needs emergency landing.
    Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 29 Jan. 2025

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“Side.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/side. Accessed 6 Feb. 2025.

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