Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for spikelike
Adjective
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During his two-year spell in North London, Postecoglou also reveals the decidedly spikier side to his character.—
Zak Garner-Purkis,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2025 -
Jasmine petals, one of my favorite floral notes, is given a spikier edge alongside Australian pink pepper, while raspberry and spun sugar add a pleasing sweetness without being too much.—
Venus Wong,
refinery29.com,
30 Oct. 2024
Adjective
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The Maah Daah Hey Trail runs for 144 miles, offering some of the best exposure to what’s left of the country’s majestic grasslands, plus surprisingly jagged peaks, rugged plateaus, and ample river crossings.—
Jacqueline Kehoe,
AFAR Media,
15 Oct. 2025
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Its alpine-style streets, surrounded by jagged peaks, are lined with breweries and boutique shops.—
Chantelle Kincy,
Travel + Leisure,
14 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The actress is clearly relishing the opportunity to deliver Aaron Sorkin’s barbed dialogue (though perhaps not as much as Philip Seymour Hoffman, who steals the show as an explosive CIA functionary).—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
10 Oct. 2025
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Watch this just for all the quick lands and barbed moments here alone.—
Andy Hoglund,
Entertainment Weekly,
5 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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In 2018, the company had a viral moment when the Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, wore their jeans at a public event, setting off a frenzy that spiked demand and overwhelmed the tiny operation of around 20 employees at the time.—
Jennifer Bringle,
Sourcing Journal,
3 Oct. 2025
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Make a Big-Batch Beverage Keep along with the easy-going, group-friendly theme with a big-batch beverage, whether a party punch, mulled wine, or spiked cider.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
2 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Before the protest, organizers are also planning a three-pronged march to the Statehouse along the Indianapolis Cultural Trail.—
Cate Charron,
IndyStar,
15 Oct. 2025
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Europe aims to boost the recovery of critical raw materials from e-waste through a five-pronged strategy.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
13 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The minimally landscaped areas immediately around the house quickly give way to the arid landscape, the spiny shrubs and Joshua trees interspersed with several sculptures set against the undulating shadow lines of the distant mountains.—
Mark David,
Robb Report,
16 Oct. 2025
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Asked about his uni ice cream plate, Arizmendi said that was the kind of dish intended to challenge the diner’s idea of the taste and texture of the spiny shellfish.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Oct. 2025
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“Spikelike.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spikelike. Accessed 21 Oct. 2025.
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