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Recent Examples of sneakerCasual sneakers, simple flats, and classic pumps should also earn permanent residence.—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Feb. 2026 Some of the run participants were dressed wearing just their underwear, socks and sneakers for the 50-degree, rainy weather.—Rashad Alexander, Kansas City Star, 14 Feb. 2026 The vibe is casual rather than scene-y, with most guests in jeans, puffer jackets, and snow boots or sneakers.—Maddy Sims, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 Feb. 2026 Jim Davis - $500,000 The chairman of the sneaker company New Balance, Davis is a major donor in New England GOP circles.—James Osborne, Houston Chronicle, 12 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sneaker
The little animals that will come to be emblematic of the 2026 Games are stoats, extremely cute critters that in real life are related to the weasel and the otter.
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Mark Scaglione,
NBC news,
3 Feb. 2026
The species is the largest member of the mustelid family, which includes otters, weasels and badgers, and is known for its ferocity and elusive nature.
Home life seems to be a joy to be around too when Robbie recalled a time when the couple had to face snakes—one of Ackerley’s biggest fears.
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Lea Veloso,
StyleCaster,
12 Feb. 2026
Skiers can get the latest snow report with a touch of a button on their phones these days, but nothing beats watching snow pile up on a traditional snow snake, which is why Colorado’s ski resorts keep them around — and film them with 24-hour webcams.