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verb

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of stroke
Noun
In 1998, Sheen had a stroke after an overdose, but then quickly left rehab. Michael Schneider, Variety, 10 Sep. 2025 This includes the office that deals with smoking, a major risk factor for heart disease, stroke and some cancers. Pien Huang, NPR, 10 Sep. 2025
Verb
Troy Johnston stroked an RBI single. Miami Herald, 24 Aug. 2025 Henry brushes it off as a nightmare; after Bug moves on, Beauchamp strokes the medallion and sings himself to sleep. Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 22 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for stroke
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stroke
Noun
  • The 1987 stock market crash was a further blow to the small company and an additional strain on its finances.
    Cameron Kaiser, ArsTechnica, 12 Sep. 2025
  • And the latest in the long line of big-name boxers to come to blows will be Canelo Álvarez and Terence Crawford who fight against one another on Saturday.
    Ben Morse, CNN Money, 12 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • The Young Pope star was seen caressing Coan’s back and whispering in her ear.
    Angel Saunders, People.com, 3 Sep. 2025
  • In photos the pop superstar shared, Kelce could be seen down on one knee as Swift caressed his face during the intimate moment.
    Tracy Wright, FOXNews.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Work it into the fabric by massaging it with the pads of your fingers or by rubbing the fabric against itself.
    Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Sep. 2025
  • In order to get the best results, apply a small amount to clean, dry skin in the evening, gently massaged in until it’s fully absorbed.
    Celia Shatzman, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Tesla’s Supercharger network bills drivers directly, no card swipe or app needed.
    Hans Kristian Aas, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
  • Intuitive pinch and swipe controls make volume tweaks and call handling effortless, while real-time translation support turns them into a pocket-friendly travel tool.
    PC Magazine, PC Magazine, 8 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Canales patted his head and tried to say something to him, but Young kept walking, then angrily slammed his helmet down.
    Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 8 Sep. 2025
  • Drying Tips After washing, make sure to pat the sweet potatoes dry with a clean towel or paper towels.
    Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 4 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Like so many institutions before it, the museum could have ignored the students, or puffed up some sort of defense.
    Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025
  • He was inspired by folkloric characters from history, like the Slavic Baba Yaga and the Italian Befana, as well as Victorian lady silhouettes, 17th century panniers, puffed sleeves, and harem pants.
    Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 30 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • Bass-heavy tracks carry plenty of thump while vocals still sound crisp, and the companion app gives you real control over the EQ.
    Shubham Yewale, PC Magazine, 11 Sep. 2025
  • And the thump, thump, thumping of her brother’s hands pounding a heavy bag.
    Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 30 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • When the Niners clinched their spot in the coveted game, Brandt congratulated Purdy on the field.
    Alex Gurley, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
  • But weeks later, as Biden was being sworn into office, Cawthorn would be one of 17 freshmen who wrote to Biden congratulating him on his election and asking for bipartisanship.
    Danielle Battaglia, Charlotte Observer, 4 Sep. 2025

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“Stroke.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stroke. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.

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