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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
Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 8 Mar. 2026
Grab this pick or a range of other options, including suede and canvas styles.
—Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 8 Mar. 2026
Save at least 60 percent on totes, shoulder bags, crossbody styles, satchels, backpacks, and more.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 8 Mar. 2026
With her complexion routine down pat, Dean is looking forward to playing with colorful makeup and changing up her hair styles on her upcoming tour—without sacrificing the health of those signature curls.
—Natalie Campbell, Allure, 8 Mar. 2026
Extremely tight ponytails or other styles, heavy tracks of hair extensions, weaves and cosmetic heat treatments that pull on our hair can also attribute to hair loss, according to American Academy of Dermatology Association.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 8 Mar. 2026
With this home, the buyer can choose materials, appliances, cabinet styles, and many other features that will make the home their own.
—James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 1 Mar. 2026
Democratic candidates' differing campaign styles Talarico campaigned in the Dallas area last Wednesday and Thursday, making three stops in Dallas County, Crockett's home turf.
—March 1, CBS News, 1 Mar. 2026
Still, box braids and other extension styles can start at $200, depending on the length, width and type, and can take up to 10 hours to complete — meaning many Black women have learned to grin and bear the discomfort.
—Leah Asmelash, CNN Money, 28 Feb. 2026
Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 3 Mar. 2026
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
Noun
Read on for 10 travel-ready spring styles that are up to 70 percent off at Amazon, starting at just $27.
—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 8 Mar. 2026
Grab this pick or a range of other options, including suede and canvas styles.
—Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 8 Mar. 2026
Save at least 60 percent on totes, shoulder bags, crossbody styles, satchels, backpacks, and more.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 8 Mar. 2026
With her complexion routine down pat, Dean is looking forward to playing with colorful makeup and changing up her hair styles on her upcoming tour—without sacrificing the health of those signature curls.
—Natalie Campbell, Allure, 8 Mar. 2026
Extremely tight ponytails or other styles, heavy tracks of hair extensions, weaves and cosmetic heat treatments that pull on our hair can also attribute to hair loss, according to American Academy of Dermatology Association.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 8 Mar. 2026
With this home, the buyer can choose materials, appliances, cabinet styles, and many other features that will make the home their own.
—James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 1 Mar. 2026
Democratic candidates' differing campaign styles Talarico campaigned in the Dallas area last Wednesday and Thursday, making three stops in Dallas County, Crockett's home turf.
—March 1, CBS News, 1 Mar. 2026
Still, box braids and other extension styles can start at $200, depending on the length, width and type, and can take up to 10 hours to complete — meaning many Black women have learned to grin and bear the discomfort.
—Leah Asmelash, CNN Money, 28 Feb. 2026
Verb
Harry Lambert, who styles the likes of Harry Styles, Emma Corrin, and Alexander Skarsgård, is known for spotlighting young talent, including Steve O Smith, SS Daley, and the still-in-school Macy Grimshaw.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 3 Mar. 2026
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for styles
Noun
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Tech and driving modes that matter.—
Sponsored Content,
Denver Post,
5 Mar. 2026
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The same drive modes and powertrain sound options from the 5 N were present.—
Joel Feder,
The Drive,
4 Mar. 2026
Noun
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There are several methods to consider, depending on factors like your plan for the space after removal and your budget.—
Daniel Scott,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Mar. 2026
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Co-founder Gabriel Saragovia, a civil engineer turned first-time hotelier, sought to make the unique oasis accessible to outside visitors, but only through sustainable methods.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Inside, cabinets are crammed with Happy Meal toys from around the globe, offering surprising insights into regional preferences and pop culture trends.—
Zoey Goto,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
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The result is eyewear that resists trends and rewards patience.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
7 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Anthropic's lawsuit also names other federal agencies, including the departments of Treasury and State, after agency officials ordered employees to stop using Claude.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
10 Mar. 2026
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Anthropic’s lawsuit also names other federal agencies, including the departments of Treasury and State, after officials ordered employees to stop using Anthropic’s services.—
Matt O'Brien,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Mar. 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,
10 Mar. 2026
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The manners by which stories of heroes were conveyed in antiquity were not so unlike the comic books, movies and TV shows, games, and high-profile PR events of the Marvel Universe.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The work includes repairing the bridge deck, approaches and structures, as well as installing a new deck overly and replacing expansion joints.—
Melinda Moore,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Mar. 2026
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Straight-line winds from central Pennsylvania to central Louisiana will rush in as the middle of the week approaches, putting 27 million people at risk.—
Kathryn Prociv,
NBC news,
9 Mar. 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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Today, the famous doll comes in various body types, skin tones, hair textures and physical abilities.—
Kati Chitrakorn,
CNN Money,
5 Mar. 2026
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Her lips were lined with a dark greige liner, but instead of a pale pink, prismatic pastel, or shimmery beige lip color, Smith opted for a color-changing gold that flashed with metallic champagne tones in one light and warm, fiery orange in others, depending on the angle and the light.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
3 Mar. 2026
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“Styles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/styles. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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