Thesaurus results for SNEAKERS

sneakers

noun

plural of sneaker

as in sneaks

someone who acts in a sly and secret manner she's such a sneaker I wouldn't trust her any farther than I could throw her

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Recent Examples of sneakers Parker, who started his career as a shoe designer, would sometimes sit in meetings sketching sneakers in his notebook. — Preston Fore, Fortune, 29 Sep. 2026 Offering max-level cushioning without the bulk, these sneakers are easy to pair with plenty of pieces in your travel wardrobe and add a dose of personality that’s bound to draw compliments. — Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2026 He’s previously reported on streetwear and sneakers at Input and Highsnobiety after beginning his career on the pop culture beat. — Olivia Cigliano, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026 The sleek leather is elegant enough to justify wearing sneakers to the office — all while offering support with a padded inner lining. — Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 28 Sep. 2026 While walkers might just get a pair of soggy sneakers, the water can harm vehicles. — Amaia Gavica, Miami Herald, 28 Sep. 2026 Instead of classic blues, pair your slim white sneakers with black or gray jeans for a timeless yet modern feel. — Alex Sales, Glamour, 27 Sep. 2026

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Noun

Available in several pastel hues and patterns, these high-vamp canvas sneaks look ultracomfy and flattering.

— Cheryl Wagemann, InStyle, 25 Sep. 2026
Sinatra and Dean Martin croon softly on the speakers (until the occasional Charli xcx track sneaks in).

— Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of sneaks

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In North Carolina, rabies cases are most commonly found in raccoons, skunks, foxes and bats, Associate Professor in the Department of Public Health and Health Administration Rafael Vieira told UNC Charlotte.

— Eva Flowe October 1, Charlotte Observer, 1 Oct. 2026
In California, bats and skunks are the animals that most often get rabies, according to the state health department.

— Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of skunks

Noun

Perhaps the most striking styles in the lineup stood on curvaceous, sculptural heels resembling slithering snakes.

— Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2026
The snakes live on the ground and can weigh more than 45 pounds, according to the Smithsonian’s National Zoo & Conservation Biology Institute.

— Fedor Zarkhin, Los Angeles Times, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of snakes

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