slat

Definition of slatnext

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Recent Examples of slat Perched on a hilltop, that residence features striking wood-slat details and energy-efficient additions. Tori Latham, Robb Report, 20 Mar. 2026 Then there’s a rickety rope and wooden slat bridge. Judy Stecker, STAT, 27 Feb. 2026 Dry the slat promptly with a dry microfiber cloth to prevent water spots. Alexandra Kelly, Martha Stewart, 17 Feb. 2026 Dust between each slat of your blinds with your duster. Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 15 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for slat
Recent Examples of Synonyms for slat
Noun
  • Their bra straps showed; their hair and faces were glossy.
    Anna Wiener, New Yorker, 4 May 2026
  • After several seasons of towering platforms dominating party dressing, celebrities have been circling back to thin-strap stilettos as a cleaner evening option, especially in gold and silver finishes that add polish without taking over the full look.
    Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 3 May 2026
Noun
  • Mouth tape encourages nasal breathing and may reduce snoring.
    Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 1 May 2026
  • The bulk of his home runs go to rightfield and are typically not tape-measure jobs.
    John Romano, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 May 2026
Noun
  • Something so simple? Raising temperature breaks bonds, bindings melt and connections fracture.
    Courtney Crowder, Des Moines Register, 15 Mar. 2026
  • Ebba Andersson tumbled and snapped the ski binding in the second leg, giving Norway the advantage on a day where warm weather caused slushy corners that created havoc in the early stages.
    ABC News, ABC News, 14 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • Desmond wore a large knife on his belt and carried a black fanny pack filled with ammunition.
    Shelly Bradbury, Denver Post, 1 May 2026
  • Padded straps protect shoulders, and many have belts and snaps to help secure heavier loads.
    BestReviews, Mercury News, 1 May 2026
Noun
  • The 11-year-old has a white bandage around his head after being struck by a car.
    Ana Maria Soler, CBS News, 29 Apr. 2026
  • Do not apply a bandage or ice and don’t try to cut or suck out the venom.
    Ashley Mackin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Apr. 2026

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“Slat.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slat. Accessed 7 May. 2026.

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