1
as in works
the active use of energy in producing a result
save your sweat: no one will appreciate your efforts anyway
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2
as in fatigues
very hard or unpleasant work
it took years of sweat to bring the farm to the point where it is now
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3
as in huffs
a state of nervous or irritated concern
he always ends up in a sweat during tax season
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as in struggles
to devote serious and sustained effort
spent the afternoon sweating over her tax returns
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as in worries
to experience concern or anxiety
don't sweat over getting the application in a day late, as it probably doesn't matter
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3
as in drips
to flow forth slowly through small openings
the oil coat may sweat through this varnish
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4
as in interrogates
slang
to put a series of questions to
the narcotics squad tried sweating the mule, but he was genuinely clueless about the inner workings of the drug operation
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Recent Examples of sweats
Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 25 May 2026
This was followed by sweats or pajama pants (39 percent) and athleisure bottoms (29 percent).
—Catherine Salfino, Footwear News, 20 May 2026
Keep scrolling below for more pairs of comfortable summer travel pants, including cozy sweats and casual capri pants under $30.
—Madeline Merinuk, PEOPLE, 14 May 2026
She was arrested in a dramatic raid last fall and came to her first court appearance looking weak from liver failure and wearing sweats, a pair of glasses and her hair pulled back in an informal bun.
—Sharon Bernstein, Sacbee.com, 14 May 2026
The immediate aftermath of a split tends to be less clear, a hazy maelstrom that can involve medicinal tubs of ice cream, insomnia by way of intrusive thoughts, and an aversion to wearing anything other than sweats.
—Paula Mejía, The Atlantic, 3 May 2026
Vivian, who is in her thirties, wore a black baseball cap, loose sweats, and a thick fur coat twice her size.
—Chang Che, New Yorker, 25 Apr. 2026
The adjustable drawstring shorts have an elastic waistband for comfort, while the rayon fabric helps the set keep its shape and look more polished than terrycloth or sweats.
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 22 Apr. 2026
Dede Ayite’s costume design nails each character, from Catherine’s slouchy, depressing sweats-and-flannels to Claire’s chic, New York casual-glam.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 16 Apr. 2026
Bestreviews, Mercury News, 13 May 2026
That high-sodium, zero-sugar profile makes LMNT a favorite for endurance athletes, people on low-carb diets and anyone who sweats heavily during workouts or in hot conditions.
—Charlotte Observer, 6 May 2026
For every person who prefers spending their holiday by the infinity pool of an all-inclusive resort, there’s another who sleeps in moldy dormitories, sweats on hours-long bus rides without air conditioning, and lives out of a bulging, threadbare backpack.
—Tim Brinkhof, Time, 4 May 2026
Italian Leather Glove Ballet Flat Add a polished touch to travel-friendly joggers, leggings, jeans, or sweats with these leather ballet flats.
—Michelle Baricevic, Travel + Leisure, 1 May 2026
When styled with a pretty spring blouse and ballet flats, these sweats with a loose but tailored design will look indistinguishable from regular pants.
—Madeline Merinuk, PEOPLE, 31 Mar. 2026
Cal has lost three of its last four and now sweats its potential NCAA Tournament berth fate.
—ABC News, 11 Mar. 2026
Soft, stretchy, and flattering, this best-selling long-sleeve tee and sweats combo is at the top of my wishlist.
—Jordan Julian, InStyle, 9 Jan. 2026
He was last seen wearing a tan coat, maroon sweats pants and blue-and-white Nike shoes.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 8 Jan. 2026
Noun
The long-sleeve top feels cozy without being bulky, while the wide-leg pants give the outfit a more polished finish than traditional sweats.
—Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 25 May 2026
This was followed by sweats or pajama pants (39 percent) and athleisure bottoms (29 percent).
—Catherine Salfino, Footwear News, 20 May 2026
Keep scrolling below for more pairs of comfortable summer travel pants, including cozy sweats and casual capri pants under $30.
—Madeline Merinuk, PEOPLE, 14 May 2026
She was arrested in a dramatic raid last fall and came to her first court appearance looking weak from liver failure and wearing sweats, a pair of glasses and her hair pulled back in an informal bun.
—Sharon Bernstein, Sacbee.com, 14 May 2026
The immediate aftermath of a split tends to be less clear, a hazy maelstrom that can involve medicinal tubs of ice cream, insomnia by way of intrusive thoughts, and an aversion to wearing anything other than sweats.
—Paula Mejía, The Atlantic, 3 May 2026
Vivian, who is in her thirties, wore a black baseball cap, loose sweats, and a thick fur coat twice her size.
—Chang Che, New Yorker, 25 Apr. 2026
The adjustable drawstring shorts have an elastic waistband for comfort, while the rayon fabric helps the set keep its shape and look more polished than terrycloth or sweats.
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 22 Apr. 2026
Dede Ayite’s costume design nails each character, from Catherine’s slouchy, depressing sweats-and-flannels to Claire’s chic, New York casual-glam.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 16 Apr. 2026
Verb
This is a condition in which a person sweats excessively, no matter the weather or activity level.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 13 May 2026
That high-sodium, zero-sugar profile makes LMNT a favorite for endurance athletes, people on low-carb diets and anyone who sweats heavily during workouts or in hot conditions.
—Charlotte Observer, 6 May 2026
For every person who prefers spending their holiday by the infinity pool of an all-inclusive resort, there’s another who sleeps in moldy dormitories, sweats on hours-long bus rides without air conditioning, and lives out of a bulging, threadbare backpack.
—Tim Brinkhof, Time, 4 May 2026
Italian Leather Glove Ballet Flat Add a polished touch to travel-friendly joggers, leggings, jeans, or sweats with these leather ballet flats.
—Michelle Baricevic, Travel + Leisure, 1 May 2026
When styled with a pretty spring blouse and ballet flats, these sweats with a loose but tailored design will look indistinguishable from regular pants.
—Madeline Merinuk, PEOPLE, 31 Mar. 2026
Cal has lost three of its last four and now sweats its potential NCAA Tournament berth fate.
—ABC News, 11 Mar. 2026
Soft, stretchy, and flattering, this best-selling long-sleeve tee and sweats combo is at the top of my wishlist.
—Jordan Julian, InStyle, 9 Jan. 2026
He was last seen wearing a tan coat, maroon sweats pants and blue-and-white Nike shoes.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 8 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sweats
Noun
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In his gorgeous and arresting debut, Nick Martino hurtles through a variety of forms—from sonnets to visual poems to works of visual art—to vividly portray and reflect on a teenager’s world during and after the speaker’s parents’ divorce and his father’s incarceration.—
Craig Morgan Teicher,
Literary Hub,
1 June 2026
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This matching linen shirt and shorts set works for any occasion or itinerary, from the flight to Europe to a hillside lunch in Positano to a low-key coastal dinner in Lagos.—
Staff Author,
Travel + Leisure,
31 May 2026
Noun
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Sources said a video posted to an online gore site allegedly shows the suspects approaching the center and then opening fire, with a person believed to be suspect Clark wearing camouflage fatigues and a plate carrier.—
Emily Shapiro,
ABC News,
20 May 2026
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Both were wearing fatigues, the chief recalled her saying.—
Tim Stelloh,
NBC news,
19 May 2026
Noun
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David walks out of the kitchen and Moira huffs and takes his spot over the pot.—
Sabrina Weiss,
PEOPLE,
31 Jan. 2026
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As much as Payton bristles about media storylines and huffs about tempo questions, the Broncos went 25 minutes without a first down against Las Vegas.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
22 Nov. 2025
Verb
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In it, a Native Hawaiian family struggles to reclaim the ancestral lands that colonization, tourism, and rampant development threaten to overrun.—
Gabrielle Bellot,
Literary Hub,
29 May 2026
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Over the last few years, Keira has lost her ability to speak, has started having seizures, and struggles more and more with walking.—
Elise Esposito,
Boston Herald,
29 May 2026
Verb
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His comments come as concerns mount over the possibility of AI replacing jobs and worries that the tech is moving too quickly.—
Annie Palmer,Samantha Subin,Ashley Capoot,
CNBC,
1 June 2026
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Wall Street worries the Fed is wildly off course in fighting inflation.—
Jim Edwards,
Fortune,
1 June 2026
Verb
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Brecka, who is not a doctor, put White on a regimen of supplements, cold plunges, IV drips, and red-light therapy that has left him feeling leaner, more energized, and no longer suffering from sleep apnea.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
26 May 2026
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The beauty of Wembanyama’s performance lies not in the skill displayed, which still drips with novelty because of his height.—
Marcus Thompson II,
New York Times,
19 May 2026
Verb
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Barragán originally set out to find the man who scammed his mother by posing as a handsome American soldier, but now interrogates four of these young men, illuminating their psychological tactics, economic hardships and moral dilemmas.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
30 May 2026
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Advent has effectively digitized its own intellectual history — its wins, its misses, its assumptions — and turned it into a live analytical layer that interrogates every new deal that comes before the committee.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
25 May 2026
Noun
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Now, our students see through the basic PR/marketing efforts.—
Billee Howard,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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At a base outside of Khomeyn in mid-April, an image showed at least 10 construction vehicles engaged in efforts to reopen one entrance.—
Tamara Qiblawi,
CNN Money,
31 May 2026
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“Sweats.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sweats. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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