as in touches (on)
to come very close to being
that response trenches on outright rudeness
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As long as everyone stays healthy, this group seems like the safest bet to be the Mavericks’ starting lineup on opening night.—
Christian Clark,
New York Times,
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If this premiere is any indicator, Keiarna is going to have to sharpen her digs a bit so that Wendy doesn’t get to easily dismiss or minimize what clearly seems to be a passive-aggressive or condescending subtext in their dynamic.—
Shamira Ibrahim,
Vulture,
6 Oct. 2025
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The film’s basic plot resembles that of many traditional sports biopics.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
9 Oct. 2025
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Labubu is a doll that resembles a monster, featuring a large head, sharp teeth, and prominent eyes.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
9 Oct. 2025
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“Trenches (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trenches%20%28on%29. Accessed 10 Oct. 2025.
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