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a number of persons or things that are grouped together because they have something in common
singers of every stripe will perform at the benefit concert
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as in swipes
a hard strike with a part of the body or an instrument
the prisoner was sentenced to receive 20 stripes with a bamboo pole
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Recent Examples of stripes
David MacK, CNN Money, 10 June 2026
Some credit must be given for the relationship between this away shirt and the home, which featured the stripes from the American flag, whereas this one depicts the stars.
—Nick Miller, New York Times, 10 June 2026
The flag’s 13 red and white stripes represent the nation’s original 13 colonies.
—Darleene Powells, Boston Herald, 10 June 2026
Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City will welcome fans wearing the iconic sky blue and white stripes of reigning FIFA men’s World Cup champion Argentina for its Group Stage match against Algeria on Tuesday.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 10 June 2026
Beginning at Italia ’90, when Team USA was unceremoniously dumped out of its first World Cup with three consecutive defeats, this slice of stars-and-stripes nostalgia then charts the buildup to its first time as host.
—Jon O'Brien, Vulture, 10 June 2026
These new summery totes feature vertical stripes up both sides; the pockets on each side of the bag have horizontal stripes.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 June 2026
How to identify New World screwworm Adult NWS flies have orange eyes, a metallic blue or green body and three dark stripes across the back, according to the USDA.
—Mateo Rosiles, USA Today, 9 June 2026
Sure, TravisMathew earned its stripes in men’s golf apparel, but the brand took a wholly different path in regards to the women’s lineup.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 4 June 2026
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But audiences of all stripes may find enjoyment in the film given the disaster movie genre contains so many familiar tropes that are ripe for parody.
—David MacK, CNN Money, 10 June 2026
Some credit must be given for the relationship between this away shirt and the home, which featured the stripes from the American flag, whereas this one depicts the stars.
—Nick Miller, New York Times, 10 June 2026
The flag’s 13 red and white stripes represent the nation’s original 13 colonies.
—Darleene Powells, Boston Herald, 10 June 2026
Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City will welcome fans wearing the iconic sky blue and white stripes of reigning FIFA men’s World Cup champion Argentina for its Group Stage match against Algeria on Tuesday.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 10 June 2026
Beginning at Italia ’90, when Team USA was unceremoniously dumped out of its first World Cup with three consecutive defeats, this slice of stars-and-stripes nostalgia then charts the buildup to its first time as host.
—Jon O'Brien, Vulture, 10 June 2026
These new summery totes feature vertical stripes up both sides; the pockets on each side of the bag have horizontal stripes.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 June 2026
How to identify New World screwworm Adult NWS flies have orange eyes, a metallic blue or green body and three dark stripes across the back, according to the USDA.
—Mateo Rosiles, USA Today, 9 June 2026
Sure, TravisMathew earned its stripes in men’s golf apparel, but the brand took a wholly different path in regards to the women’s lineup.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 4 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stripes
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About losing streaks that ran longer than a decade.—
Leander Schaerlaeckens
June 8,
Literary Hub,
8 June 2026
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The Cubs are now 0-8-1 in their last nine series, a downward spiral that has turned their two 10-game winning streaks earlier this season into distant memories.—
Patrick Mooney,
New York Times,
8 June 2026
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It’s also sold directly to consumers, via the company website or at Walmart, in four different kits tailored for first-time exams, menopause and different body types.—
Wendy Naugle,
USA Today,
5 June 2026
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Credit counselors can assist with budgeting, creating a debt management plan and certain types of creditor negotiations.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
4 June 2026
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Taking a few swipes at several AI companies, Apple’s software chief, Craig Federighi, took the time to emphasize the company’s focus on privacy and user experience.—
Beatrice Nolan,
Fortune,
8 June 2026
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Maxwell Bowman’s projection and video design are sharply on point, with clean and clear swipes and transitions that are the lifeblood of any live production.—
David John Chávez,
Mercury News,
29 May 2026
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There are several kinds to choose from, but before buying, there are some things to consider.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
4 June 2026
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Raymonde Arcier, who brought attention to women’s work by way of an art practice based in fabric and textiles of different kinds, died in May at the age of 86.—
Andy Battaglia,
ARTnews.com,
2 June 2026
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For a sparsely populated state with only four votes in the Electoral College, Maine punches above its weight politically, which is reflected in the $300 million spent already by the campaigns and dark money Political Action Committees.—
David Millward,
The Washington Examiner,
7 June 2026
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After punches were thrown, both players were suspended seven games.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
6 June 2026
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There are two tacks for the contemporary performer facing the decline of classic genres of film and comedy.—
Lauren Michele Jackson,
New Yorker,
7 June 2026
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The collection spans centuries of storytelling in multiple genres, from migratory fairytales with kings and princesses to legends of ghosts and the Devil to fables with talking animals.—
Mary Ann Grossmann,
Twin Cities,
7 June 2026
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In metro Atlanta, the game of table tennis is helping people with Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's, and people who have had strokes.—
Madeline Montgomery,
CBS News,
3 June 2026
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Cantlay has gained strokes on approach in all 10 career visits to Muirfield, which is the most important for Jack's Place.—
Geoff Clark OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
3 June 2026
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June’s astro-weather challenges your love life, creative expression and emotional boundaries — Mercury in Cancer, for instance, will clash with Saturn, which can trigger a serious conversation around dating, children or a passion project of sorts.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
4 June 2026
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Wednesday was a milestone moment of sorts.—
Cam Inman,
Mercury News,
4 June 2026
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“Stripes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stripes. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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