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as in modes
a distinctive way of putting ideas into words
I correctly identified the quotation because I recognized Mark Twain's inimitable style
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as in methods
the means or procedure for doing something
unfortunately, the club president's usual style is to make decisions without asking anyone's advice or approval
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as in trends
a practice or interest that is very popular for a short time
parents who were very relieved when the style for having one's nose pierced faded
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as in names
to give a name to
although nowadays he's often styled a biologist, he's probably better thought of as a classic 19th-century naturalist
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Recent Examples of styles
Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 15 Feb. 2026
Heritage houses are reimagining their most beloved styles for a new generation of highly engaged shoppers.
—Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 15 Feb. 2026
Adidas is now making its classic slim sneaker styles like the Japan and Tokyo with bold animal prints.
—Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 15 Feb. 2026
This week, Serena Williams returned to the Super Bowl, there was drama all over the Davis Cup, a reminder of the importance of styles, and a tennis nation’s strategy under the Grand Slam spotlight.
—James Hansen, New York Times, 9 Feb. 2026
Others, especially vintage styles, should rarely go in the washer.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 8 Feb. 2026
Expect to see these styles on countertops more and more—and bookmark your favorites for your own kitchen reno in the new year.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 8 Feb. 2026
Though wine lovers note two distinct styles in the Old World versus New World debate, most high-altitude winemakers look to Burgundy as the inspiration for their Chardonnay profile.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 8 Feb. 2026
In Vayots Dzor Highlands, winemakers at Trinity Canyon vineyards are returning to organic practices, fermenting wines in clay amphorae, and embracing styles like amber wines.
—Marlise Kast-Myers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Feb. 2026
Cierra Black, Los Angeles Times, 14 Feb. 2026
During the conversation, the hair maestro — who styles Kim Kardashian, Jennifer Lopez and Ariana Grande — shared that Kitty helps keep him in touch with the latest trends.
—Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 31 Jan. 2026
The author of Toxic Empathy, who styles herself a voice for Christian women, has more than a million followers on social media.
—Hillary Rodham Clinton, The Atlantic, 29 Jan. 2026
Like the United Kingdom’s Princess of Wales, Princess Charlene often styles monochrome looks for royal outings and special occasions.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 27 Jan. 2026
Halle Berry styles it perfectly.
—Catharine Malzahn, InStyle, 8 Jan. 2026
Anthropic, the frontier lab that styles itself as the most safety-conscious, reportedly made plans to go public at a $300 billion valuation.
—Charlie Campbell, Time, 11 Dec. 2025
Today, as Katseye’s creative director, Leon styles the members from head to toe, weighing in on every detail from the accessories to hair and makeup.
—Kati Chitrakorn, CNN Money, 14 Nov. 2025
Beijing styles itself as a partner for the developing world, a force for economic and social progress from Asia to Latin America and Africa, in contrast to an America that has turned protectionist.
—Andy Browne, semafor.com, 13 Nov. 2025
Noun
Naturalizer Cosmic Mary Jane Flats Mary Janes of all styles—flats, heels, or even platforms—are a permanent fixture in French fashion and have been embraced by celebrities from Jane Birkin to Dua Lipa, who has been photographed wearing Margiela’s split-toe take on the strapped shoes.
—Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 15 Feb. 2026
Heritage houses are reimagining their most beloved styles for a new generation of highly engaged shoppers.
—Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 15 Feb. 2026
Adidas is now making its classic slim sneaker styles like the Japan and Tokyo with bold animal prints.
—Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 15 Feb. 2026
This week, Serena Williams returned to the Super Bowl, there was drama all over the Davis Cup, a reminder of the importance of styles, and a tennis nation’s strategy under the Grand Slam spotlight.
—James Hansen, New York Times, 9 Feb. 2026
Others, especially vintage styles, should rarely go in the washer.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 8 Feb. 2026
Expect to see these styles on countertops more and more—and bookmark your favorites for your own kitchen reno in the new year.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 8 Feb. 2026
Though wine lovers note two distinct styles in the Old World versus New World debate, most high-altitude winemakers look to Burgundy as the inspiration for their Chardonnay profile.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 8 Feb. 2026
In Vayots Dzor Highlands, winemakers at Trinity Canyon vineyards are returning to organic practices, fermenting wines in clay amphorae, and embracing styles like amber wines.
—Marlise Kast-Myers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Feb. 2026
Verb
What is your favorite thing about the way your partner styles themselves?
—Cierra Black, Los Angeles Times, 14 Feb. 2026
During the conversation, the hair maestro — who styles Kim Kardashian, Jennifer Lopez and Ariana Grande — shared that Kitty helps keep him in touch with the latest trends.
—Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 31 Jan. 2026
The author of Toxic Empathy, who styles herself a voice for Christian women, has more than a million followers on social media.
—Hillary Rodham Clinton, The Atlantic, 29 Jan. 2026
Like the United Kingdom’s Princess of Wales, Princess Charlene often styles monochrome looks for royal outings and special occasions.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 27 Jan. 2026
Halle Berry styles it perfectly.
—Catharine Malzahn, InStyle, 8 Jan. 2026
Anthropic, the frontier lab that styles itself as the most safety-conscious, reportedly made plans to go public at a $300 billion valuation.
—Charlie Campbell, Time, 11 Dec. 2025
Today, as Katseye’s creative director, Leon styles the members from head to toe, weighing in on every detail from the accessories to hair and makeup.
—Kati Chitrakorn, CNN Money, 14 Nov. 2025
Beijing styles itself as a partner for the developing world, a force for economic and social progress from Asia to Latin America and Africa, in contrast to an America that has turned protectionist.
—Andy Browne, semafor.com, 13 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for styles
Noun
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Narrative form, collaborators, physical spaces, and modes of participation become as important as aesthetics.—
Yiling Pan,
Vogue,
17 Feb. 2026
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Both with features like adjustable suspension, multiple riding modes, heated grips and seats, and Pirelli tires.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
15 Feb. 2026
Noun
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When apartments are too cold, residents may turn to unsafe heating methods that dramatically increase fire risk.—
Lillian Bonsignore,
New York Daily News,
18 Feb. 2026
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Munnichs said the community appreciates repair, but mostly traditional methods such as sashiko or upcycling old pairs into something new.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
18 Feb. 2026
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That builds on similar trends throughout 2025, when the industry buoyed an otherwise slow labor market, as the nation’s hospitals, clinics and nursing homes kept hiring even as many employers pulled back.—
Abha Bhattarai,
Washington Post,
14 Feb. 2026
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These trends are like the hair equivalent of taking a deep, cleansing spring breath.—
Loren Savini,
Allure,
14 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Banuelos names Bowen as the political operative who allegedly pressured city staffers.—
Alice Yin,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Feb. 2026
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Garza names the city, former police chief Daniel Hahn and officer Michael Mantsch for the shooting.—
Steve Large,
CBS News,
10 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Judith Martin's Miss Manners column has chronicled the continuous rise and fall of American manners since 1978.—
Judith Martin,
Dallas Morning News,
14 Feb. 2026
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Good manners and charm go a long way – ha!—
Rachel Royster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Researchers also see potential for personalized approaches by generating spinal cord tissue from a patient’s own stem cells.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
17 Feb. 2026
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Paxton began his run for the GOP nomination with a relatively low profile and less spending than Cornyn, but has kicked his campaign into high gear as the primary approaches.—
Timothy Nerozzi,
The Washington Examiner,
17 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Bar Madonna and a leafy garden, both serving killer cocktails and French wine labels only.—
Amber Elliott,
Houston Chronicle,
10 Feb. 2026
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Meanwhile, nations the United States labels adversaries study American history with forensic precision.—
Carol L. Harris,
The Orlando Sentinel,
8 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Meanwhile, Jung Saem Mool Beauty, named after its famous founder – a Korean celebrity makeup artist – recently launched cushion foundations designed for darker skin tones.—
Kati Chitrakorn,
CNN Money,
19 Feb. 2026
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Glass vases with pink orchids were placed throughout the presentation space, complementing the earthy tones and bright accents in Zimbalist's designs.—
Anika Reed,
USA Today,
18 Feb. 2026
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“Styles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/styles. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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