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Recent Examples of skate
Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 4 Feb. 2026
In regard to his relationship with the coach, Michkov also is often the first player on the practice ice, including on Tuesday for the morning skate.
—Kevin Kurz, New York Times, 4 Feb. 2026
Aliza Chasan, CBS News, 4 Feb. 2026
West Baltimore people found a dip in the grounds of New Cathedral Cemetery to skate, a spot that has been filled in today.
—Jacques Kelly, Baltimore Sun, 30 Jan. 2026
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Noun
Panthers coach Paul Maurice said after the team’s morning skate on Wednesday that Bennett will return to the lineup for their home game against the Boston Bruins and that Lundell is probable for the game.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 4 Feb. 2026
In regard to his relationship with the coach, Michkov also is often the first player on the practice ice, including on Tuesday for the morning skate.
—Kevin Kurz, New York Times, 4 Feb. 2026
Verb
Teammate Bowe, who qualified for the 500, 1,000 and 1,5000-meter races at trials, gave up her spot in the 500-meter race to ensure Jackson would get to skate in Beijing.
—Aliza Chasan, CBS News, 4 Feb. 2026
West Baltimore people found a dip in the grounds of New Cathedral Cemetery to skate, a spot that has been filled in today.
—Jacques Kelly, Baltimore Sun, 30 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for skate
Noun
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Appearing at City Hall, the group of equine advocates petitioned the governing bodies for an all-weather arena and permanent stabling.—
From staff reports,
Memphis Commercial Appeal,
5 Feb. 2026
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This crystal Baccarat figurine reflects the power and refined grace of the horse and will win the hearts of collectors and equine enthusiasts far and wide.—
Kevin Huynh,
InStyle,
4 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Crashes, luge athletes will tell you, are part of the game, a necessary teaching tool that helps young lugers learn how to navigate sliding on their back down an icy course, sometimes faster than 90 miles per hour.—
Lindsay Schnell,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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Hydroplaning happens when a vehicle starts sliding uncontrollably on wet roads.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
8 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The cobs are delivered to an on-board machine which strips the corn from the cob.—
Sabbir Rangwala,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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Jimmy Red Straight Bourbon Whiskey High Wire Distilling Charleston, South Carolina Jimmy Red corn was a legendary moonshiner’s grain that had dwindled down to a mere two cobs following the death of the last man known to grow it.—
Kevin Sintumuang,
Outside,
30 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Some engine builders even advise to drain the oil, then add some fresh oil with the drain plug out to flush out any remaining contaminants that did not drain completely.—
John Paul,
The Providence Journal,
7 Feb. 2026
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Wired headphones, chargers, and adapters go here, so you’ll never be stuck rummaging through a tote bag for an EU-compatible plug at the gate again.—
Elly Leavitt,
Vogue,
6 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Warhorses charge, lances down, crashing through the tilts as lances break on shields and men topple from their steeds.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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Rent your steed from Red Raven and let those chunky-monkey tires carry you along the area's 50 miles of trails.—
Ginger Crichton,
Midwest Living,
9 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The jade gifted to me was a twist, which means an eternal bond.—
Rick Cantu,
Austin American Statesman,
3 Feb. 2026
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DeZarate used an iced jade roller to bring down any puffiness and massaged my skin with La Mer Moisturizing Matte Lotion for that truly luxurious feel.—
Jesa Marie Calaor,
Allure,
31 Jan. 2026
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Wohlfeil’s decision noted that between the 2024 and 2025 rodeos, the rodeo management team adjusted the rules to not permit the use of electric prods — which had drawn criticism — and also to bar the use of mares known to be pregnant.—
Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 Jan. 2026
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The 6-year-old allowance-level mare Angelic Appeal was euthanized after being injured in a race on the Santa Anita turf course on Saturday, and the maiden 4-year-old colt Cornhuskerchris was euthanized after being injured in training on the Santa Anita training track on Sunday.—
Kevin Modesti,
Oc Register,
26 Jan. 2026
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Activities included painting, bounce houses, face painting and pony rides.—
Noah Lyons,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Jan. 2026
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In a similar vein, Dior tapped Danish animator Nina Gantz to create a tall tale about how a pony — with legs made of safety pins — sought to visit the moon with the help of clover leaves, a house symbol.—
Denni Hu,
Footwear News,
23 Jan. 2026
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“Skate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/skate. Accessed 9 Feb. 2026.
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