as in manners
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 veins
With no veins or additional imbued colors, solid white quartz counters will not clash with other colors in the room.
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Lee Wallender,
The Spruce,
30 June 2026
The genetic blood disease can feel like shards of glass racing through veins, attacking every organ, Ogunsile said.
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Larry Seward,
CBS News,
29 June 2026
In 2016, Fitzpatrick had a 15½-hour surgery where doctors reconstructed half her tongue, using veins and arteries from her arm and thighs.
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John Lippert,
Chicago Tribune,
28 June 2026
Everything that keeps the testicle alive and functional runs through the spermatic cord — arteries, veins, nerves and lymphatics, bundled together along with the vas deferens.
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Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt,
CNN Money,
25 June 2026
Look for bronze or dark spots on the foliage or prominent purple veins.
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Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
21 June 2026
In some cases, visible veins can be a sign of a condition that may need medical care.
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Health,
19 June 2026
There are plenty of shows about the moral void of the rich, but none with so much fire in its belly, or ice in its veins.
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Daniel Fienberg,
HollywoodReporter,
16 June 2026
If the team puts together another impressive performance against Australia on Friday, expect plenty of Americans who don't normally follow soccer all that closely to jump on the bandwagon and start feeling the patriotism flowing through their veins.
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Jon Root,
FOXNews.com,
13 June 2026
Lee Wallender,
The Spruce,
30 June 2026
The genetic blood disease can feel like shards of glass racing through veins, attacking every organ, Ogunsile said.
—
Larry Seward,
CBS News,
29 June 2026
In 2016, Fitzpatrick had a 15½-hour surgery where doctors reconstructed half her tongue, using veins and arteries from her arm and thighs.
—
John Lippert,
Chicago Tribune,
28 June 2026
Everything that keeps the testicle alive and functional runs through the spermatic cord — arteries, veins, nerves and lymphatics, bundled together along with the vas deferens.
—
Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt,
CNN Money,
25 June 2026
Look for bronze or dark spots on the foliage or prominent purple veins.
—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
21 June 2026
In some cases, visible veins can be a sign of a condition that may need medical care.
—
Health,
19 June 2026
There are plenty of shows about the moral void of the rich, but none with so much fire in its belly, or ice in its veins.
—
Daniel Fienberg,
HollywoodReporter,
16 June 2026
If the team puts together another impressive performance against Australia on Friday, expect plenty of Americans who don't normally follow soccer all that closely to jump on the bandwagon and start feeling the patriotism flowing through their veins.
—
Jon Root,
FOXNews.com,
13 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for veins
Noun
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Post set the gold standard for manners and social behavior for generations of Americans, social graces still valued and taught today.
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Remember that coughing and sneezing without a mask is considered very bad manners, as is attempting to board a train at the last minute and potentially causing a late departure.
Noun
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As summer lingers into autumn, the flower heads take on pink tones as the foliage turns a brilliant wine-red.
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The vibe of every room is prim and professional, with clean lines and neutral tones, creating spaces that would feel appropriate as the backdrop of a last-minute work Zoom, but not too rigid for the kick-off of a leisure trip.
Noun
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If that conversation also seems too anxiety-provoking, focus on modes of communication that do feel accessible to you.
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Leaders can reduce transition tax by clustering similar work, shortening meeting chains, and creating reset rituals between modes.
Noun
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And luckily, Amazon, Nordstrom, Quince, and more stores have inspired styles for as little as $30.
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In a video published on Monday, the New York Times Wirecutter team compared eight famous hot dog styles from around the country.
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“Veins.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/veins. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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