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soles

noun

Definition of solesnext
plural of sole
as in toes

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  1. toes
  2. feet
  3. bellies
Noun
  • Barbaro showcased a black bare-bones sandal look featuring a strap across the toes, a slingback strap, a round toe and a stiletto heel.
    — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 15 July 2026
  • To simplify locomotion control, Asimov uses passive articulated toes rather than powered toe actuators.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 18 May 2026
Definition of toes
Noun
  • Book the white, cream, and silver Diaghilev suite, which has double doors that open onto a small balcony with the bay of Positano at your feet.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Sep. 2026
  • In June, ConnCAT opened a new 65,000-square-foot $65M headquarters in the heart of Dixwell.
    — P.R. Lockhart, Hartford Courant, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of feet
Noun
  • Just below their bellies, their hockey pants were both open at the top.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 21 Sep. 2026
  • Consumers who indirectly purchased raw pork bacon or fresh or frozen pork made from bellies, loins, shoulders, ribs or pork chops from one of the companies may be eligible for a cash payment.
    — Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 17 Sep. 2026
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“Soles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soles. Accessed 27 Sep. 2026.

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