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
And to do that through literature in the vein of the great classics felt right.
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Jeff Spry, Space.com, 5 Mar. 2026
In a different vein, the best story entering the Big Dance doesn’t necessarily need to win four or six games.
—Brendan Marks, New York Times, 5 Mar. 2026
The bill would have required the DNR to investigate how public lands improve public health outcomes, recover from natural disasters and, in a slightly different vein, how the agency might implement visitor fees at fish and wildlife areas.
—Karl Schneider, IndyStar, 5 Mar. 2026
The memory of it coats my bones and courses through my veins.
—Kalpana Mohan, Mercury News, 4 Mar. 2026
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Jeff Spry, Space.com, 5 Mar. 2026
In a different vein, the best story entering the Big Dance doesn’t necessarily need to win four or six games.
—Brendan Marks, New York Times, 5 Mar. 2026
The bill would have required the DNR to investigate how public lands improve public health outcomes, recover from natural disasters and, in a slightly different vein, how the agency might implement visitor fees at fish and wildlife areas.
—Karl Schneider, IndyStar, 5 Mar. 2026
The memory of it coats my bones and courses through my veins.
—Kalpana Mohan, Mercury News, 4 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for vein
Noun
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Judith Martin's Miss Manners column has chronicled the continuous rise and fall of American manners since 1978.—
Judith Martin,
Dallas Morning News,
10 Mar. 2026
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The monotone transmission recalled the manner in which deep-cover Cold War spies for the KGB and CIA once received orders.—
Richard Winton,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2026
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These Amazon jeans are for a tighter budget and still offer a relaxed fit from waist to leg, with generous taping and a stone wash tone that goes with anything.—
Alexandra Pereira,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
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This Jason Wu maxi dress is ideal for brides who are leaning into minimalist tones and luxurious textures.—
Alexandra Ditch,
Vogue,
8 Mar. 2026
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Chemical controls are categorized based on their composition and mode of action.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
8 Mar. 2026
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The independent agency investigates all fatal general aviation accidents, including commercial accidents and incidents, as well as significant accidents across the various modes of transportation and pipeline accidents.—
Kiki Intarasuwan,
CBS News,
8 Mar. 2026
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From evergreen staples from Manolo Blahnik and Jimmy Choo to modern takes from Toteme and The Row (and even a few unexpected picks in bubblegum pink and firetruck red), their wishlist encompasses a lot of bridal styles; and, more importantly, a lot of bridal events.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
6 Mar. 2026
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Lanterns are a smart pick for spaces that lack electrical wiring, and the minimalist geometric shape effortlessly fits with decor styles ranging from modern to coastal.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Mar. 2026
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“Vein.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vein. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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