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Recent Examples of sneakers
Grab these lightweight sneakers for gym days or walks around the park, and check out these $18 foam platforms that are practically begging to hit the beach.
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Jacquelyn Smith, Parents, 23 June 2026
Pair these lightweight pants with chunky sneakers or wedge sandals for the ideal blend of comfort and sophistication.
—Sarah Dimuro, PEOPLE, 23 June 2026
Between its snow-shielding winter boots and comfy, reliable walking sneakers, Sorel has become a fan favorite among travelers.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 22 June 2026
The breadth of accessories increases season after season, with summer loafers and sneakers crafted from fine leathers, such as deerskin, and leather and canvas bags.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 22 June 2026
Take up to 88% off summer staples like Adidas sneakers, breezy linen pants, white jeans, sandals, and more.
—Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 22 June 2026
Some of the event’s stylish revellers incorporate vintage graphic tees featuring legendary salseros, cornflower blue basketball shorts, special-edition Nike sneakers, and Puerto Rican flags reimagined into any and every garment or accessory imaginable (Earrings!
—CNN Money, 15 June 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
Salomon also joined forces with Sandy Liang to create coquettish ribboned sneakers–which tapped into the customization trend of adding charms, chains, and jewelry that has swept social feeds.
—Alice Cary, Vogue, 26 Dec. 2024
Jacquelyn Smith, Parents, 23 June 2026
Pair these lightweight pants with chunky sneakers or wedge sandals for the ideal blend of comfort and sophistication.
—Sarah Dimuro, PEOPLE, 23 June 2026
Between its snow-shielding winter boots and comfy, reliable walking sneakers, Sorel has become a fan favorite among travelers.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 22 June 2026
The breadth of accessories increases season after season, with summer loafers and sneakers crafted from fine leathers, such as deerskin, and leather and canvas bags.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 22 June 2026
Take up to 88% off summer staples like Adidas sneakers, breezy linen pants, white jeans, sandals, and more.
—Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 22 June 2026
Some of the event’s stylish revellers incorporate vintage graphic tees featuring legendary salseros, cornflower blue basketball shorts, special-edition Nike sneakers, and Puerto Rican flags reimagined into any and every garment or accessory imaginable (Earrings!
—CNN Money, 15 June 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
Salomon also joined forces with Sandy Liang to create coquettish ribboned sneakers–which tapped into the customization trend of adding charms, chains, and jewelry that has swept social feeds.
—Alice Cary, Vogue, 26 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sneakers
Noun
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In this case, a creator pairs her sneaks with a graphic tee.—
Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
16 June 2026
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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
Noun
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Nothing is as attractive to a skunk as a cozy woodpile or rock pile to den in, says Fyffe, so keeping your yard free from those skunk havens is key.—
Felicia Feaster,
Martha Stewart,
20 June 2026
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The lakeshore bird also faces threats from predators like dogs, coyotes and skunks.—
Christiana Freitag,
Chicago Tribune,
16 June 2026
Noun
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North Carolina is home to six types of venomous snakes; Germany has two.—
Eva Flowe
June 18,
Charlotte Observer,
18 June 2026
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From the desert of Palm Springs to the San Francisco Bay Area, the 800-mile fault line snakes through much of California and has remained relatively calm in recent years.—
Hunter Sowards,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
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“Sneakers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sneakers. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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