1
as in to stab
to penetrate or hold (something) with a pointed object
let's skewer our marshmallows on these sticks and start toasting
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2
as in to ridicule
to make (someone or something) the object of unkind laughter
the satirical comic strip gleefully skewers many of society's sacred cows
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Recent Examples of skewer
The song offers a skewering reminder of just some of the myriad of changes the country desperately needs.
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Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 7 July 2025
Many ideas never get to the construction stage after getting skewered by the public and guillotined by difficult market conditions.
—Nick Rosenberger, Idaho Statesman, 24 June 2025
Victor’s online videos (many of which have gone viral, like their skewering the notion of Straight Pride) were proof, to the Oscar-winning filmmaker, of an auteur in the making.
—Jack Smart, People.com, 28 June 2025
The Context Republican Representative Thomas Massie of Kentucky skewered Trump after the president authorized U.S. strikes against Iranian nuclear sites without congressional approval.
—Sonam Sheth, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 June 2025
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Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 7 July 2025
Many ideas never get to the construction stage after getting skewered by the public and guillotined by difficult market conditions.
—Nick Rosenberger, Idaho Statesman, 24 June 2025
Victor’s online videos (many of which have gone viral, like their skewering the notion of Straight Pride) were proof, to the Oscar-winning filmmaker, of an auteur in the making.
—Jack Smart, People.com, 28 June 2025
The Context Republican Representative Thomas Massie of Kentucky skewered Trump after the president authorized U.S. strikes against Iranian nuclear sites without congressional approval.
—Sonam Sheth, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for skewer
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The Brinks were stabbed to death while hiking with their two daughters on a trail at Devil's Den, a state park near West Fork, on July 26, according to State Police.—
NWA Democrat-Gazette,
Arkansas Online,
5 Aug. 2025
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Then, the customer stabbed one of the men in the arm and the other in the chest, police told PIX11.—
Jennifer Rodriguez,
Miami Herald,
4 Aug. 2025
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The cancellation of The Late Show comes just a few days after Colbert ridiculed CBS’ parent company Paramount’s $16 million settlement with President Donald Trump.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
18 July 2025
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While exiting the court, Cousins was ridiculed by fans, with many of them waving goodbye.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
10 June 2025
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Violent arrest left McNeil with a fractured tooth, concussion McNeil's attorneys at the July 23 news conference said the college student suffered permanent injuries from his arrest, including a fractured tooth that punctured his lip and required stitches.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
24 July 2025
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What aspects of hip-hop are being punctured right now?—
Mackenzie Cummings-Grady,
Billboard,
22 July 2025
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The event’s host, the actress Florence Foresti, openly mocked the movie’s prominence there.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
14 Aug. 2025
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Protestors were seen holding banners and placards expressing their frustration about Vance and the wider U.S. administration, as well as mocking the vice president.—
Sophie Kiderlin,
CNBC,
14 Aug. 2025
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Sofia rests on ancient Roman ruins—its skyline pierced by golden Orthodox domes, leafy parks, and boulevards humming with espresso cafés and bookstalls.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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While slow, its sharp edges pierce deeply for its weight.—
Oliver Brandt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Aug. 2025
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The vast majority of the 15,000-plus who packed Pine Knob were happy to stick it out for the sentimental, sing-along ride.—
Brian McCollum,
Freep.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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And since this show isn’t called Gareth: Resurrection, Dexter overtakes him and sticks the broken glass into the man’s neck.—
Nick Caruso,
TVLine,
15 Aug. 2025
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Former Trump adviser Elon Musk is using his massive social media megaphone to fan the controversy surrounding the administration's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case, jabbing at the president in the latest example of their widening rift.—
Zac Anderson,
USA Today,
19 July 2025
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Naomi rewarded Jade’s decision by jabbing her rface into the table legs.—
Alfred Konuwa,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Ramos' grandmother picked him up one night, and deputies drove him there the next night.—
JIM VERTUNO AND JOHN SEEWER THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
13 Aug. 2025
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In June, blueberry season begins, and guests can use their $10 entry fee to pick and take home organic blueberries.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
13 Aug. 2025
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“Skewer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/skewer. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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