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Recent Examples of sneakers
Set the scene A peaceful retreat after a day of networking or sightseeing, this hotel attracts design-savvy business travelers, snowbirds in sneakers, and the occasional family with kids.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Though most trails are fairly easy in TRNP, hiking boots protect better than sneakers or sandals (especially when trails are slippery after a rain).
—Julia Sayers Gokhale, Midwest Living, 1 June 2026
Thus far, Frye has expanded its men’s and women’s footwear lines to create a four-season approach to its collections by launching casuals, slip-ons, sneakers and sandals.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 1 June 2026
Team them with tees and sneakers for classically cool looks this summer, or dress them up with breezy blouses and ballet flats.
—Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 31 May 2026
In recent months, that’s included cherry red slingback flats, slim-fit, flare Mother jeans, and sneakers from Saucony—more specifically, the Cohesion 18 pair.
—Annie Blackman, InStyle, 31 May 2026
Right now, several Vionic sandals, sneakers, loafers, and ballet flats are marked down by as much as 74 percent.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 25 May 2026
She was linked arm-in-arm with Anwar, who mirrored her vibe in a black scoopneck vest, extra-long cargo shorts (a trend already spotted by Vogue), a distressed gray cap, and black sneakers.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 25 May 2026
The style is timeless and designed to be worn from day to night, so plan to pair your new pants with everything casual and dressy, including T-shirts, button-downs, sneakers, and even heeled boots.
—Carly Totten, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Dec. 2024
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Though most trails are fairly easy in TRNP, hiking boots protect better than sneakers or sandals (especially when trails are slippery after a rain).
—Julia Sayers Gokhale, Midwest Living, 1 June 2026
Thus far, Frye has expanded its men’s and women’s footwear lines to create a four-season approach to its collections by launching casuals, slip-ons, sneakers and sandals.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 1 June 2026
Team them with tees and sneakers for classically cool looks this summer, or dress them up with breezy blouses and ballet flats.
—Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 31 May 2026
In recent months, that’s included cherry red slingback flats, slim-fit, flare Mother jeans, and sneakers from Saucony—more specifically, the Cohesion 18 pair.
—Annie Blackman, InStyle, 31 May 2026
Right now, several Vionic sandals, sneakers, loafers, and ballet flats are marked down by as much as 74 percent.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 25 May 2026
She was linked arm-in-arm with Anwar, who mirrored her vibe in a black scoopneck vest, extra-long cargo shorts (a trend already spotted by Vogue), a distressed gray cap, and black sneakers.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 25 May 2026
The style is timeless and designed to be worn from day to night, so plan to pair your new pants with everything casual and dressy, including T-shirts, button-downs, sneakers, and even heeled boots.
—Carly Totten, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sneakers
Noun
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These sneaks utilize the latest running innovations to ensure your kicks improve performance while still looking stylish.—
Katie Decker-Jacoby,
StyleCaster,
22 Apr. 2026
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Wear them to work with a pair of cute loafers and a spring blouse, or dress them down with a tee and your favorite sneaks for a comfy-casual look.—
Madeline Merinuk,
PEOPLE,
3 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Animals commonly associated with rabies include skunks, foxes, coyotes and raccoons.—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
31 May 2026
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Fleas are carried constantly into your yard by wildlife that passes through, such as skunks, raccoons, opossums, mice, and deer, says Benson.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
28 May 2026
Noun
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White pans over to the eaves and snaps a photo, where a couple of snakes are seen, quite literally hanging out.—
Drew Pittock,
USA Today,
5 June 2026
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Still, there’s a sense that the story has expanded to fill the space, with plotlines for all and crazy side trips (snakes!—
Robert Lloyd,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2026
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“Sneakers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sneakers. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.
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