spadeworks

plural of spadework

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spadeworks
Noun
  • This has been a turbulent window for Villa, not only against the backdrop of such challenges but also the toils involved in moving current players on.
    Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 27 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • The 2,300 Guard troops wear fatigues, carry M17 pistols and M4 rifles, and congregate around large military vehicles that seem ill-fitted for missions on the narrow streets of nearby neighborhoods.
    Daniel C. Vock, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2025
  • But, importantly, the deployment of federal agents dressed in military fatigues, tactical vests, and often wearing face coverings, intimidate and scare people.
    Agustina Vergara Cid, Oc Register, 30 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • Despite my best efforts to neatly square away all of my things inside my carry-on bag or checked luggage, my suitcase eventually ends up looking like a scene out of Twisters.
    Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 8 Sep. 2025
  • Schneider said any crackdowns on potential violators are more likely to be aimed at organized efforts to circumvent consumer protection laws, rather than go after every individual who may skirt regulations.
    Arpan Lobo, Freep.com, 8 Sep. 2025
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“Spadeworks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spadeworks. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.

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