vein

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 In that vein, purple setting powders can be used to set concealer under the eyes, on the forehead, on the bridge of the nose, and on the chin. Jennifer Ford, Essence, 30 Apr. 2025 Lillard recently returned from a deep vein thrombosis injury, which causes clots in the blood. Mikai Bruce, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025 Finally, some supporters have positioned Mangione as a folk hero of sorts in the vein of Robin Hood or bank robber Jesse James standing up against the elites. Eric Levenson, CNN Money, 26 Apr. 2025 In the same vein was his trip to Lesbos, together with the Ecumenical Patriarch and the Archbishop of Athens, as well as the celebration of a Mass on the border between Mexico and the United States during his journey to Mexico. Abc News, ABC News, 26 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for vein
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Noun
  • The Empire is full of bickering bureaucrats, which is fun to watch though bad for getting the Death Star done in a timely manner, and Darth Vader power walks into scenes that both undermine his icon status yet also cement it.
    Brian Truitt, USA Today, 4 May 2025
  • He will be used in a similar manner in which the Mets plugged in Justin Hagenman and Brandon Waddell, respectively, to account for a sixth spot in the rotation (in those instances, however, both pitchers appeared after an opener).
    Will Sammon, New York Times, 2 May 2025
Noun
  • Both are Black women but the world read their skin tones differently.
    John Hopewell, Variety, 4 May 2025
  • And your tone as a founder shapes whether that workplace feels stable or chaotic.
    Rhett Power, Forbes.com, 4 May 2025
Noun
  • The QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds deliver a captivating soundscape, ultimate noise cancellation and immersive spatial audio mode.
    Nora Colomer may earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. This content was created by a team that works independently from the Fox newsroom., FOXNews.com, 1 May 2025
  • The books on this list employ both modes: Some offer intriguing glimpses into faraway places or striking journeys; others meditate on the beauty to be found in a backyard.
    Bekah Waalkes, The Atlantic, 1 May 2025
Noun
  • The first thing Marathon asks players to do is choose a Runner, each with their own distinct abilities and gameplay styles.
    Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 2 May 2025
  • While wire-rim options will never go out of style, the most popular material of the moment is thick, expressive plastic.
    Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 2 May 2025

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“Vein.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vein. Accessed 15 May. 2025.

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