as in bombing
to defeat by a large margin
man, they totally smoked us today!
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Recent Examples of smoking
The South Asian archipelago, which has a population of over half a million, already enforces a complete ban on vapes and electronic cigarettes — regardless of age — in an effort to cut down on smoking across the country.
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Mithil Aggarwal, NBC news, 4 Nov. 2025
Authorities are now hoping to cut down on smoking everywhere across the archipelago, with plans to set up anti-smoking clinics that will offer medication to help people quit tobacco products.
—Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 3 Nov. 2025
In May, Wilson was arrested for allegedly smoking crack on a subway train, according to police.
—Adam Sabes, FOXNews.com, 2 Nov. 2025
Any American who has been receiving $4200 dollars per year of free groceries and does NOT have at least 1 month of groceries stocked should never again receive SNAP, because wow, stop smoking crack.
—Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
Today’s teens are drinking and smoking less, but many are spending more time online, where risky behaviors can be harder for parents to spot.
—Hannah Silverman, Parents, 31 Oct. 2025
The period was marked by the dramatic fall from grace of his younger brother, then-Toronto Mayor Rob Ford, who admitted to smoking crack cocaine and then was dogged by evidence of a string of other abusive behavior.
—NPR, 27 Oct. 2025
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in ovenproof Dutch oven over medium-high heat until just barely smoking.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 27 Oct. 2025
After emerging from a bath – Churchill naked and smoking a cigar – walked into the Lincoln Bedroom and saw the spirit of Abraham Lincoln by the fireplace.
—James Powel, USA Today, 24 Oct. 2025
Mithil Aggarwal, NBC news, 4 Nov. 2025
Authorities are now hoping to cut down on smoking everywhere across the archipelago, with plans to set up anti-smoking clinics that will offer medication to help people quit tobacco products.
—Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 3 Nov. 2025
In May, Wilson was arrested for allegedly smoking crack on a subway train, according to police.
—Adam Sabes, FOXNews.com, 2 Nov. 2025
Any American who has been receiving $4200 dollars per year of free groceries and does NOT have at least 1 month of groceries stocked should never again receive SNAP, because wow, stop smoking crack.
—Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
Today’s teens are drinking and smoking less, but many are spending more time online, where risky behaviors can be harder for parents to spot.
—Hannah Silverman, Parents, 31 Oct. 2025
The period was marked by the dramatic fall from grace of his younger brother, then-Toronto Mayor Rob Ford, who admitted to smoking crack cocaine and then was dogged by evidence of a string of other abusive behavior.
—NPR, 27 Oct. 2025
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in ovenproof Dutch oven over medium-high heat until just barely smoking.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 27 Oct. 2025
After emerging from a bath – Churchill naked and smoking a cigar – walked into the Lincoln Bedroom and saw the spirit of Abraham Lincoln by the fireplace.
—James Powel, USA Today, 24 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for smoking
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An art conservator who'd prefer to be immersed in detail work, Sarah is bombing as the host of a dinner party where her entrepreneur husband (Tom Riley) hopes to impress an obnoxious prospective investor (Tom Goodman-Hill) when a literal explosive goes off in her neighborhood.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
29 Oct. 2025
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Trump has often expressed verbal frustration with Putin, accusing him of making positive diplomatic noises before bombing Ukrainian civilians again, but until now had avoided taking direct action.—
Alexander Smith,
NBC news,
23 Oct. 2025
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Junior midfielder Summer Diamond scored first for the Aggies (10-6-6), burying a goal in the bottom right corner off her left foot in the 49th minute.—
Rachel Roberts,
Idaho Statesman,
9 Nov. 2025
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After burying Helen, Carol arranges a meeting with the remaining unjoined survivors who speak English and is astonished to find that all five of them are content with how things have changed.—
Erin Qualey,
Vulture,
7 Nov. 2025
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The windproof and thermal wool blend fabric is the perfect shell to protect you on the many fall days in Paris, as the whipping wind adds an unexpected cool factor while strolling around town.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Nov. 2025
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Strong, whipping winds are expected to continue across Jamaica throughout the night.—
Matt Nighswander,
NBC news,
29 Oct. 2025
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DiMarco’s participation became a highlight of the event, with the student asking thoughtful questions about overcoming imposter syndrome and handling rejection.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
7 Nov. 2025
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And that religion, like music, can carry the sound of struggle – but also the hope of one day overcoming the injustices and inequalities of everyday life.—
Ken Chitwood,
The Conversation,
5 Nov. 2025
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After throwing the sandwich, Dunn ran off but was apprehended about a block away.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
5 Nov. 2025
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People were throwing toilet paper rolls and full beer cans.—
Nancy Dillon,
Rolling Stone,
5 Nov. 2025
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Brett Gelman, as the zany Murray, became a fan-favorite recurring character, while Cara Buono continued her role as Mike Wheeler's likable but smothering mom, Karen Wheeler.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Nov. 2025
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The Agfabric frost blanket is a simple way to protect plants from frost, wind and pests without smothering them.—
Nora Colomer
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FOXNews.com,
16 Oct. 2025
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With mixer on medium speed, gradually add heavy cream, 1/2 cup at a time, beating until combined after each addition, 1 to 2 minutes total.—
Amanda Holstein,
Southern Living,
9 Nov. 2025
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On Saturday, that meant beating the Syracuse Orange 38-10 at Hard Rock Stadium.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
9 Nov. 2025
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Before putting a bow on the postgame celebrations of Notre Dame’s 49-10 blowout of Navy, the defensive end and cornerback went head-first toward the student section before dusting themselves off for the Alma Mater.—
Pete Sampson,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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Work from Top to Bottom Start your week dusting and wiping down upper surfaces like countertops and cabinets, then concentrate on floors.—
Kelsey Mulvey,
Southern Living,
31 Oct. 2025
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“Smoking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/smoking. Accessed 12 Nov. 2025.
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