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Recent Examples of socket
The tibia and fibula form the socket for the ankle joint, while the talus is the ball.
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Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 19 Jan. 2026
Ultimately, Kim tore the labrum in her shoulder, the lining of the socket that holds the shoulder together.
—Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 17 Jan. 2026
Whereas the socket is connected to itself, functioning like a pacifier.
—Bettina Funcke, Artforum, 7 Jan. 2026
Keep Light Bulbs From Sticking Outdoor light bulbs can have a knack for sticking in the socket after long periods of time, leaving you with the task of trying to unscrew a stubborn bulb without breaking the glass.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 25 Dec. 2025
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Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 19 Jan. 2026
Ultimately, Kim tore the labrum in her shoulder, the lining of the socket that holds the shoulder together.
—Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 17 Jan. 2026
Whereas the socket is connected to itself, functioning like a pacifier.
—Bettina Funcke, Artforum, 7 Jan. 2026
Keep Light Bulbs From Sticking Outdoor light bulbs can have a knack for sticking in the socket after long periods of time, leaving you with the task of trying to unscrew a stubborn bulb without breaking the glass.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 25 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for socket
Noun
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There is an intro balance transfer fee of 3% of each transfer (minimum $5) completed within the first 4 months of account opening.—
Jason Stauffer,
CNBC,
16 Feb. 2026
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In the opening round of the Weymouth Family Invitational, Joe Baraky led with 29 points as Duxbury dropped Weymouth 82-72.—
Tom Mulherin,
Boston Herald,
16 Feb. 2026
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Guests crunch through colorful seasonal salads, sip from an expansive wine list and dig into chef Alan Sternberg's inventive pasta dishes at snugly cloistered tables in wood and brick alcoves lined with paintings, books and even a handful of typewriters.—
USA TODAY NETWORK,
USA Today,
11 Feb. 2026
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But in the pint-sized alcove near the TV is a cozy reading nook with a large pillow and faux fur rug to lay on while reclining on other pillows.—
Caron Golden,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Feb. 2026
Noun
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In a bowl or small bucket, combine warm water with ½ teaspoon of dye-free dish soap.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
18 Feb. 2026
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In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda.—
Kate Bradshaw,
Mercury News,
18 Feb. 2026
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Along with the Antwerp Six, Martin Margiela put the small Belgian city of Antwerp on the international fashion radar, founding his house in 1988 and introducing cleft-toed boots, deconstructed clothes and all-white stores to the fashion lexicon.—
Miles Socha,
Footwear News,
10 Feb. 2026
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Apparently growing out of the cleft between her breasts was a large mauve orchid.—
Anthony Lane,
New Yorker,
13 Oct. 2025
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War Memorial usage War Memorial Park is the ideal location for mixed use, commercial, residential, pocket parks and nature trail areas centrally located within walking distance of shopping, dining, health care and entertainment.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
16 Feb. 2026
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This WanderFull crossbody purse features a soft, plush fabric, convenient zippered-pockets for optimal storage, and that iconic water bottle-cradling interior.—
Alyssa Morin,
InStyle,
15 Feb. 2026
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The home is ideal for couples or solo travelers looking to unplug, with peaceful nooks throughout (including a highly Instagrammable bathtub facing the water).—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
15 Feb. 2026
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Turn the Corner One of the more dramatic transformations, the kitchen was opened up to include a breakfast nook that has contemporary flair.—
Katherine Owen,
Southern Living,
15 Feb. 2026
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Schrodinger basin, a large impact crater near the moon’s south pole, shows evidence of geologically recent volcanic activity.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 Feb. 2026
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The basin is a long-standing industrial hub that grew around the 1951 discovery of a large, high-pressure sour natural gas field in southwestern France.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
13 Feb. 2026
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In these times, many talented editors and printers were attracted by the opportunities presented by the burgeoning valley area, creating a competitive and dynamic industry.—
Michael James Rocha,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Feb. 2026
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Avalanches may run long distances, and can run into mature forests, valley floors or flat terrain.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
15 Feb. 2026
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“Socket.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/socket. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.
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