Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for swabbed
Verb
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The Saturday launch attempt scrubbed under a minute before liftoff because of bad weather in the booster recovery area.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
4 Apr. 2026 -
Should Wednesday’s launch be scrubbed for any reason, NASA will have time to try again.—
Addy Bink,
The Hill,
31 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The bristles of a scrub brush travel across a surface to dislodge dirt and grime so it can be rinsed away.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Apr. 2026
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The formula can be rinsed off like a traditional cleanser or wiped away for improved hydration.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The twisted ponytail was paired with a new set of long, feathery bangs, which Kidman wore brushed across her forehead and gently winged out near her temples for more texture and movement.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
9 Apr. 2026
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On two separate occasions earlier in March, Rick Nicholson brushed the chest of two female players while attempting to swat away insects, according to the parents of three players who spoke on condition of anonymity because of concerns that their daughters might face reprisals.—
Edward Lee,
Baltimore Sun,
9 Apr. 2026
Verb
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If your area experiences cold winters, bring them indoors in autumn, either emptied of their annuals, cleaned and stored, or still housing tropicals, evergreens or herbs, and treat them as houseplants over winter.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
7 Apr. 2026
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Some clothes and shoes on the bottom floor were salvaged and have been sent to be cleaned.—
Laura Bauer,
Kansas City Star,
7 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Miami scored just three runs while getting swept in three games at Detroit over the weekend.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
13 Apr. 2026
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This includes the recent death of 5-year-old Zaria Miller, who was swept into a storm drain in Sarasota, Florida.—
Christian Olaniran,
CBS News,
13 Apr. 2026
Verb
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To investigate the question, the team first combed through genomic, metabolic, and other data.—
Brianna Abbott,
STAT,
7 Apr. 2026
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Police sealed off the building and blocked several roads, while forensic experts in white protective suits combed the area for evidence.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
7 Apr. 2026
Verb
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American aircraft scoured rugged, mountainous terrain for the missing servicemembers while taking enemy fire.—
James LaPorta,
CBS News,
5 Apr. 2026
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To that end, AD recently scoured the country to find the prettiest college campuses in the United States, taking into consideration both architectural legacy and setting.—
Stefanie Waldek,
Architectural Digest,
2 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The nut mix has almonds, pecans, coated cashews, and crispy bread chips, all dusted in a flavorful garlic butter seasoning blend.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
9 Apr. 2026
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This is your must-stop for pillowy beignets dusted in powdered sugar alongside a cup of their signature chicory coffee.—
Lauren Schuster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Apr. 2026
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“Swabbed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/swabbed. Accessed 14 Apr. 2026.
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