as in to shave
to make (something) shorter or smaller with the use of a cutting instrument
bobbed her waist-length hair herself on her 18th birthday
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as in to hit
to deliver a blow to (someone or something) usually in a strong vigorous manner
he playfully bobbed his brother on the nose to get his attention
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as in bouquet
a bunch of flowers
the lassie carried only a little bob on her wedding day
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Recent Examples of bob
Sacbee.com, 29 Aug. 2025
The reader bobs along in the author’s stream of consciousness, riding crests of despair, anger, and hilarity as Toews assembles the shards of her past to investigate her will to write, which is deeply entwined with her will to live.
—Kristen Martin, The Atlantic, 27 Aug. 2025
Lewis Nunn, Forbes.com, 24 Aug. 2025
The French Bob From red carpet premieres to runways and street style looks, bobs have dominated this summer, and the trend shows no signs of slowing in the seasons ahead.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 22 Aug. 2025
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Verb
There was an apple-bobbing contest during the third.
—Sacbee.com, 29 Aug. 2025
The reader bobs along in the author’s stream of consciousness, riding crests of despair, anger, and hilarity as Toews assembles the shards of her past to investigate her will to write, which is deeply entwined with her will to live.
—Kristen Martin, The Atlantic, 27 Aug. 2025
Noun
At the harbor, a single boat named Nordlys bobs gently—its hull scarred by winter crossings.
—Lewis Nunn, Forbes.com, 24 Aug. 2025
The French Bob From red carpet premieres to runways and street style looks, bobs have dominated this summer, and the trend shows no signs of slowing in the seasons ahead.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 22 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bob
bouquet
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Wrap fresh herbs in a damp paper towel, or place into a jar of water (like a bouquet of flowers).—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
11 Sep. 2025
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This golden bouquet, which comes in a speckled brown ceramic pot, adds moody vibes and a pop of fall-friendly color, to the countertops, table, or coffee table.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Sep. 2025
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“Bob.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bob. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.
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