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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as in drips
to flow forth slowly through small openings
the oil coat may sweat through this varnish
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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
Kevin Huynh, InStyle, 11 Jan. 2026
On the second day of the new year, the Golden Globe–winning actor (who is casually nominated for two different projects this weekend, btw) arrived at the Palm Springs International Film Festival in a perfect travel look that doesn't involve sweats.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 9 Jan. 2026
But if you’re drawn to more traditional sweats, the Performance Joggers are a fan-favorite with thousands of five-star ratings—they’re currently almost $20 off and deliver an unbelievably flattering fit.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 8 Jan. 2026
In addition to their low-profile silhouette that’s easy to wear with jeans, sweats, leggings, and more, the boots are lined with soft faux fur for an ultra-toasty feel.
—Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026
One player was in shorts and the usual warmup attire; the other had on sweats.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 7 Jan. 2026
Knowing Cracraft would be arriving with very few of his belongings, co-equipment manager Justin Brooks brought additional sweats and team gear to get him through the week.
—Nicki Jhabvala, New York Times, 25 Dec. 2025
And Kylie was wearing all black clothing, black sweats, sweatshirts, um, sweatpants.
—Veronica Fulton, NBC news, 18 Dec. 2025
Covid-19 results in a global shutdown, leaving many to toss their jeans aside for sweats and pajamas at home.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 17 Dec. 2025
Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 8 Jan. 2026
Categories are clearly delineated, like with the separate hoodies and sweats area.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 19 Dec. 2025
Vuori Boyfriend Sweatpants Soft enough to sleep in but polished enough for a coffee run, these Vuori sweats are the definition of comfort.
—Francesca Krempa, Travel + Leisure, 11 Dec. 2025
Grab these ultra-popular jogger sweats to lounge in at home, then wear this Warner’s wireless bra for comfortable support under all kinds of tops and dresses.
—Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 8 Oct. 2025
Primary Plantar Hyperhidrosis Your body typically sweats to cool down or in response to triggers such as exercise, nervousness, anger, fear, or anxiety.
—Mark Gurarie, Health, 14 Aug. 2025
Noun
In a time when many were living in their sweats, this hybrid ceremony served as a stylish reminder of life pre-pandemic.
—Kevin Huynh, InStyle, 11 Jan. 2026
On the second day of the new year, the Golden Globe–winning actor (who is casually nominated for two different projects this weekend, btw) arrived at the Palm Springs International Film Festival in a perfect travel look that doesn't involve sweats.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 9 Jan. 2026
But if you’re drawn to more traditional sweats, the Performance Joggers are a fan-favorite with thousands of five-star ratings—they’re currently almost $20 off and deliver an unbelievably flattering fit.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 8 Jan. 2026
In addition to their low-profile silhouette that’s easy to wear with jeans, sweats, leggings, and more, the boots are lined with soft faux fur for an ultra-toasty feel.
—Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026
One player was in shorts and the usual warmup attire; the other had on sweats.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 7 Jan. 2026
Knowing Cracraft would be arriving with very few of his belongings, co-equipment manager Justin Brooks brought additional sweats and team gear to get him through the week.
—Nicki Jhabvala, New York Times, 25 Dec. 2025
And Kylie was wearing all black clothing, black sweats, sweatshirts, um, sweatpants.
—Veronica Fulton, NBC news, 18 Dec. 2025
Covid-19 results in a global shutdown, leaving many to toss their jeans aside for sweats and pajamas at home.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 17 Dec. 2025
Verb
He was last seen wearing a tan coat, maroon sweats pants and blue-and-white Nike shoes.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 8 Jan. 2026
Categories are clearly delineated, like with the separate hoodies and sweats area.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 19 Dec. 2025
Vuori Boyfriend Sweatpants Soft enough to sleep in but polished enough for a coffee run, these Vuori sweats are the definition of comfort.
—Francesca Krempa, Travel + Leisure, 11 Dec. 2025
Grab these ultra-popular jogger sweats to lounge in at home, then wear this Warner’s wireless bra for comfortable support under all kinds of tops and dresses.
—Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 8 Oct. 2025
Primary Plantar Hyperhidrosis Your body typically sweats to cool down or in response to triggers such as exercise, nervousness, anger, fear, or anxiety.
—Mark Gurarie, Health, 14 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sweats
Noun
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The edgy South of Market venue in San Francisco that showcases works from up-and-coming artists is also known as a cool place to host gatherings and celebrations, especially among the city arts crowd.—
Randy McMullen,
Mercury News,
8 Jan. 2026
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Meyers, performed works by Bach, Morten Lauridsen and Eric Whitacre alongside Grant Gershon, the Artistic Director of the Los Angeles Master Chorale, and the chorale’s members.—
Camelia Heins,
Daily News,
8 Jan. 2026
Noun
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With his trademark military fatigues, slender Cohiba cigars, and marathon speeches vilifying Uncle Sam, Castro captured the imaginations of aspiring revolutionaries and millions of others around the world.—
Brian Winter,
Foreign Affairs,
16 Dec. 2025
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Cissé, who was not a member of the military, sometimes posted images of herself in military fatigues to her more than 140,00 TikTok followers, which is thought to have drawn attention from the armed men.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
11 Nov. 2025
Noun
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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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Unable to pay her rent, she was later evicted and now struggles to come up with the $1,900 for her new place.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
13 Jan. 2026
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Harper, for her part, struggles to publicly defend a market position that’s based on a hunch and backed up by espionage.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
12 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Which is another thing that worries him.—
Joel Stein,
HollywoodReporter,
8 Jan. 2026
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Stewart worries that the listings risk running afoul of copyright on product photos, or of agreements with her own suppliers — themselves mostly independent brands — that prohibit reselling products on Amazon.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
7 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Coffee drips through a metal filter, a slow process that creates a full-bodied cup of coffee.—
Arundhati Hazra,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Jan. 2026
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Meanwhile, the needles gather fog into dew, which drips onto the roots.—
Luis Melecio-Zambrano,
Mercury News,
2 Dec. 2025
Verb
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While on a date, Tess inadvertently stumbles into one of Alex’s sets — which spikily interrogates why their romance fell apart.—
David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Dec. 2025
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There has been much discussion about whether the genre glamorizes or interrogates female pain, or a little of both, or whether books by and about women with feelings that are important enough to be written about needs a label at all.—
Lizz Schumer,
PEOPLE,
22 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Blocking mergers to protect luxury handbag markets or attacking low-margin grocers for price gouging were misplaced efforts.—
Jeffrey Sonnenfeld,
Time,
13 Jan. 2026
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Supervisor Kathryn Barger's office, which represents the Eaton Fire burn scar communities, said she has been briefed by the EPA on the soil testing efforts.—
Nicole Comstock,
CBS News,
13 Jan. 2026
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“Sweats.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sweats. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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