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as in creases
a small fold in a soft and otherwise smooth surface
the old woman's face creased into wrinkles as she smiled the curtains cascaded onto the floor in ripples and wrinkles
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as in innovations
something (as a device) created for the first time through the use of the imagination
the latest wrinkle in digital photography
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as in crumples
to create (as by crushing) an irregular mass of creases in
sitting down on the bedspread wrinkled it
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Recent Examples of wrinkles
Isabel Bekele, InStyle, 16 Jan. 2026
Within this, there are a few more wrinkles to consider.
—Adam Ismail, The Drive, 15 Jan. 2026
Wash in cold or warm water on the permanent press cycle, which has a cold rinse and does not spin excessively fast, as that can set in wrinkles.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 14 Jan. 2026
Through a silicone elastomer that reduces the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, large pores and uneven texture, plus vitamin C and niacinamide that address dullness.
—Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 13 Jan. 2026
There are a few wrinkles in the Yankees’ spring schedule, including a March 3 exhibition against Team Panama ahead of the World Baseball Classic.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 12 Jan. 2026
Each coordinator has his own wrinkles for each matchup and preparation matters, but there’s not much substituting for experience.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 12 Jan. 2026
These can range from pigment and texture issues, acne, to severe sun damage, more extensive wrinkles, and lesions.
—Essence, 8 Jan. 2026
That doesn’t mean that the Patriots’ coaches won’t try to introduce new wrinkles this week, however.
—Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 8 Jan. 2026
Rachel Trujillo, Travel + Leisure, 24 Nov. 2025
Harlow wrinkles her nose, the perfect picture of disgust.
—Bailey Richards, PEOPLE, 30 Oct. 2025
Noun
Don’t let the cream’s $8 price tag fool you; the anti-aging find tackles fine lines, wrinkles, and clogged pores, all while being gentle enough for all skin types.
—Isabel Bekele, InStyle, 16 Jan. 2026
Within this, there are a few more wrinkles to consider.
—Adam Ismail, The Drive, 15 Jan. 2026
Wash in cold or warm water on the permanent press cycle, which has a cold rinse and does not spin excessively fast, as that can set in wrinkles.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 14 Jan. 2026
Through a silicone elastomer that reduces the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, large pores and uneven texture, plus vitamin C and niacinamide that address dullness.
—Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 13 Jan. 2026
There are a few wrinkles in the Yankees’ spring schedule, including a March 3 exhibition against Team Panama ahead of the World Baseball Classic.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 12 Jan. 2026
Each coordinator has his own wrinkles for each matchup and preparation matters, but there’s not much substituting for experience.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 12 Jan. 2026
These can range from pigment and texture issues, acne, to severe sun damage, more extensive wrinkles, and lesions.
—Essence, 8 Jan. 2026
That doesn’t mean that the Patriots’ coaches won’t try to introduce new wrinkles this week, however.
—Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 8 Jan. 2026
Verb
Since the material never wrinkles, the pants are the ideal pick for wearing on long travel days or packing in your suitcase.
—Rachel Trujillo, Travel + Leisure, 24 Nov. 2025
Harlow wrinkles her nose, the perfect picture of disgust.
—Bailey Richards, PEOPLE, 30 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for wrinkles
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Gibbens flashed tremendous instincts versus a Dolphins offense designed to quickly displace defenders and create creases with motion and misdirection.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
6 Jan. 2026
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Permanent press is a specialized setting designed to keep creases to a minimum.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
5 Jan. 2026
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As supply chains evolve and demands change, plant and factory managers are encouraged to adapt, with technological innovations continually elevating operations.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Jan. 2026
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The industry can’t innovate if the brands don’t invest in those innovations.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
7 Jan. 2026
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Young olive trees have smooth, gray bark, while the bark develops interesting furrows as the plant ages.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
10 Nov. 2025
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For centuries, people gathering in bars and pubs have found ways to occupy their time, whether that’s classic games like billiards and darts or more recent inventions like video games and mechanical bulls.—
Fritz Hahn,
Washington Post,
7 Jan. 2026
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The printing press, clocks, muskets — all these inventions changed humankind forever.—
Hannah Edgar,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Jan. 2026
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The clear formula is lightweight but substantial enough to create a cast that scrunches out softly, leaving hair touchable instead of stiff.—
Malia Griggs,
Glamour,
30 Sep. 2025
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Hiddleston scrunches his eyes a bit at the statement.—
StyleCaster Editors,
StyleCaster,
22 Aug. 2025
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Despite being small enough to fit in a residential garage or standard parking space, the Base Station is able to sleep a family of four in a futon-style couch that folds out into a queen-size bed, along with an optional bunk bed for the kids.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
15 Jan. 2026
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Some dishwashers have a special rack that folds down to hold these items.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
13 Jan. 2026
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“Wrinkles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wrinkles. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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