Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ward (off)
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One possibility would be a DART-like mission designed not to deflect but to fragment the object.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
25 Sep. 2025 -
As a result, Palace’s centre-back leaps higher than Maximilian Kilman and his header deflects off the West Ham defender, onto the bar, but Mateta is in position to score from the rebound.—
Ahmed Walid,
New York Times,
24 Sep. 2025
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Part of the challenge, Barra said, was knowing how long the company could hold off before making decisions on which vehicles to produce as gas-propulsion or battery electric.—
Jackie Charniga,
USA Today,
22 Sep. 2025
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So nice for the Padres to hold off on their postseason celebration until this homestand.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 Sep. 2025
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East Oak Patio Heater With Round Table Design Constructed with corrosion-resistant 304 stainless steel, the East Oak Patio Heater is made to withstand regular use outside.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
29 Sep. 2025
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Oregon withstood Penn State’s rally to win in double overtime, 30-24.—
Scott Dochterman,
New York Times,
29 Sep. 2025
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Criminal court records reviewed by PEOPLE show the 35-year-old faces charges of public intoxication, disorderly conduct, resisting arrest and a false report.—
Colson Thayer,
PEOPLE,
27 Sep. 2025
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But previous presidents have resisted the temptation to exploit them, and the law has served as a powerful norm notwithstanding its weaknesses.—
Elizabeth Goitein,
Time,
27 Sep. 2025
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The combination of DePrimeo and Rotondi simply overpowered Masco (3-1), and that duo is bound to cause nightmares for opposing lines all season.—
Justin Barrasso,
Boston Herald,
27 Sep. 2025
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However, the more subtle aspects of Goodman’s all-around game — pitch calling, receiving, and knowledge of opposing hitters — have been impressive.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
27 Sep. 2025
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Hudson also spoke with veteran backup quarterback Jameis Winston and spent much of the Giants’ ensuing defensive drive standing off to the side and away from his offensive teammates.—
Charlotte Carroll,
New York Times,
14 Sep. 2025
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The 1,042-foot-tall tower stands off of 31st Street between Main and Gillham at the Kansas City PBS station.—
Eleanor Nash,
Kansas City Star,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Ward (off).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ward%20%28off%29. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.
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