tails 1 of 2

plural of tail

tails

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of tail

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of tails
Noun
Stars are seen to be forming within the Magellanic Stream, and similar bridges and tidal tails are known to be hot-spots of star formation elsewhere in the universe. Keith Cooper, Space.com, 25 Sep. 2025 The researchers had shown in 2023 that parasitic scraps of DNA could spread within bacterial populations by hitching rides on the tails of infecting viruses. Elie Dolgin, IEEE Spectrum, 25 Sep. 2025 Among Anderson movies, One Battle After Another is heads and tails higher than the helmer’s last movie, 2021’s Licorice Pizza (65%), as well as a point ahead of the 2x Oscar winner There Will Be Blood (86%), but under Boogie Nights and Magnolia which both stand at 89%. Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 25 Sep. 2025 But the miles are well worth it to see dogs wag their tails. Chase Jordan, Charlotte Observer, 24 Sep. 2025 The food menu, meanwhile, includes a range of date-night options, from steaks and lobster tails to chicken parmesan and wild king salmon. Bailey Richards, PEOPLE, 20 Sep. 2025 Any dairy farmer can tell you that biting flies are a pestilent scourge for cattle herds, which is why one so often sees cows throwing their heads, stamping their feet, flicking their tails, and twitching their skin—desperately trying to shake off the nasty creatures. ArsTechnica, 18 Sep. 2025 Their long, narrow wings and forked tails stand out against wispy clouds and the sun, which is surrounded by a bright halo. Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025 When confronted by humans, some nonvenomous snakes will rattle their tails in leaves, mimicking the sound of a rattlesnake. Kirsten Fiscus, Nashville Tennessean, 17 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tails
Noun
  • Loro Piana created the attire that Team Europe athletes and their entourages wore during all official events, both on and off the course.
    Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2025
  • Fitting, since Jelly Roll has used the penthouse-level space to host interviews with media outlets including Entertainment Tonight and visiting musicians and their entourages.
    Mackensy Lunsford, Nashville Tennessean, 14 July 2025
Noun
  • These looks often emphasize exaggerated features, painted-on rosy cheeks, and stitched details, incorporating eerie and whimsical elements.
    Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Oct. 2025
  • The Only Murders in the Building actress was the epitome of bridal glam, and went for fluttering lashes, blushed cheeks and peachy pink lips for the occasion.
    Starr Bowenbank, PEOPLE, 2 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • On paper, the Panthers do have one of the better backup running backs in football, with former Dallas Cowboys running back Rico Dowdle entering the fold this year coming off of an 1,000-yard rushing season of his own in 2024.
    Reice Shipley, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
  • Trevor Etienne and DeeJay Dallas are Carolina’s other running backs.
    Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 3 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Patrick Mahomes throws as New York Giants outside linebacker Kayvon Thibodeaux chases him Sunday.
    Rohan Nadkarni, NBC news, 22 Sep. 2025
  • In the video, Hilton’s 2-year-old son Phoenix can be seen giggling as the puppy playfully chases him around the room while 22-month-old sister London looks on.
    Marissa G. Muller, PEOPLE, 19 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Residents enjoy over 10,000 square feet of amenities, including a two-story fitness center, private cinema, golf simulator, coworking suites, and social lounges.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 6 Oct. 2025
  • Today, its 12 suites are ideal for travelers looking for a taste of modern luxury in heart of a pastoral small town.
    Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 5 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • The new party might have to limit itself to running only for seats that neither Reform nor the Conservatives could possibly win, for example.
    Arash Azizi, The Atlantic, 4 Oct. 2025
  • Halloween-style may not to be worn upon entry and in concourses but will be permitted when guests are in seats.
    Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 4 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • In addition to the number of unique titles affected, PEN tracks the number of challenges each year.
    Greta Cross, USA Today, 5 Oct. 2025
  • On average, travelers haven't experienced security wait times greater than 20 minutes, according to the airport's website, which tracks live security wait times.
    Michael Salerno, AZCentral.com, 4 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Sylvia said fire crews had to access the scene by driving in the wrong direction from 59th Street.
    Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 7 Oct. 2025
  • Emergency medical crews took the man to a hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
    Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 6 Oct. 2025

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“Tails.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tails. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.

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