vein

Definition of veinnext
as in manner
a distinctive way of putting ideas into words the author goes on in that sarcastic vein for pages

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Recent Examples of vein Most of her onstage costumes are very much in the showgirl vein, but Lopez wore a classic staple while mingling with fans backstage. Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 5 Jan. 2026 In a similar vein, antique and vintage pieces are also top of mind for many, adding character to any home, as Reinard says. Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 4 Jan. 2026 Start with love in your heart, and that energy will flow through the veins of the community to the rest of the nation. Syda Segovia Taylor, Chicago Tribune, 4 Jan. 2026 The condition, common among people in their 70s, occurs when veins in the legs have trouble sending blood back to the heart. Joey Garrison, USA Today, 2 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for vein
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vein
Noun
  • Many japonica camellias, in the manner of other botanical hybrids, are sterile with their yellow, thread-like stamens and stigmas either absent or invisible.
    Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 8 Jan. 2026
  • The coroner said the manner of death has been ruled an accident.
    Tim Fang, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • The system adapts to tone and intent without forcing app switching or blank-page starts.
    Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 7 Jan. 2026
  • Scott says these tones work beautifully across both flooring and wall surfaces, and create seamless, layered interiors that feel grounded and connected to nature.
    Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • The foldable steering wheel is designed to operate in two modes.
    Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 8 Jan. 2026
  • Apparently realizing that launching feuds with other female celebrities could be bad for her burgeoning beauty-products brand, Tisdale immediately jumped into damage control mode Tuesday and had her rep insist to TMZ that her essay was not about Duff, Moore or Trainor.
    Martha Ross, Mercury News, 7 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • As South Florida continues to struggle with housing and traffic, a new Hialeah rental community is tackling both issues with garden-style apartments built near public transit lines.
    Sarah Moreno, Miami Herald, 13 Jan. 2026
  • Ross is considered one of the most important figures in golf, and the club is frequently praised for staying true to his traditional design style.
    Chase Jordan January 13, Charlotte Observer, 13 Jan. 2026

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“Vein.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vein. Accessed 14 Jan. 2026.

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