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as in to dim
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as in to squash
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Recent Examples of mat
The Coligny Beach Park also has lots of amenities too: gazebos with swings, a fountain with synchronized jets, seating areas (including rocking chairs), beach matting for wheelchair access, outdoor showers, and a free parking area.
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Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 26 Jan. 2025
Among the haunting remnants, one image has stayed with me—a child's lock of hair, neatly plaited and tied with a small red ribbon, matted with mud.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 24 Jan. 2025
When adding whole leaves, mix them into the compost pile to avoid matting.
—Lauren David, Southern Living, 20 Nov. 2024
The high densities of brine flies — so dense shorelines can look like they are matted with tar — are an indication of a healthy lake, not a pestilent one.
—Daniel Rothberg, Vox, 1 Oct. 2024
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Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 26 Jan. 2025
Among the haunting remnants, one image has stayed with me—a child's lock of hair, neatly plaited and tied with a small red ribbon, matted with mud.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 24 Jan. 2025
When adding whole leaves, mix them into the compost pile to avoid matting.
—Lauren David, Southern Living, 20 Nov. 2024
The high densities of brine flies — so dense shorelines can look like they are matted with tar — are an indication of a healthy lake, not a pestilent one.
—Daniel Rothberg, Vox, 1 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mat
Verb
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This is because Saturn, easily visible on dark nights, will be setting very close after sunset and will appear dim in the evening twilight.—
Michael d'Estries,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Feb. 2025
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Those moments preceded a string of DNPs that didn’t dim Miami’s belief in Jović eventually finding his way back into the rotation.—
James Jackson,
The Athletic,
24 Feb. 2025
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Secrets To Making Squash Casserole Just Right Get the Perfect Consistency Some squash casseroles are watery, but not this one.—
Patricia S York,
Southern Living,
2 Mar. 2025
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The sisters have since squashed the feud, as proven by their work together on the Skims campaign.—
Catherine Santino,
People.com,
27 Feb. 2025
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Laughter should be used strategically to lighten the mood, ease tension or reinforce a message without diminishing the importance of professional responsibilities.—
Cheryl Robinson,
Forbes,
9 Mar. 2025
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Meanwhile, educators are also trying to see whether AI could help lighten their workload.—
Ina Fried,
Axios,
4 Mar. 2025
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Embiid shoved Hayes during the incident, which resulted in a three-game suspension to further delay Embiid’s return to action as the 76ers continued to struggle.—
Kevin Dotson,
CNN,
28 Feb. 2025
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The play, made most famous by the Super Bowl 59 champion Philadelphia Eagles, is a short-yardage quarterback sneak in which the quarterback is aided by players shoving him forward from behind.—
Rohan Nadkarni,
NBC News,
24 Feb. 2025
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Casa Loewe’s golden facade brightens the Jing’an Kerry Center commercial district.—
WWD,
WWD,
28 Feb. 2025
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Use a cotton swab to work the treatment into seams and to brighten up vents, crevices and other irregular surfaces. Passport: Explore the finest destinations and experiences around the world in the Forbes Passport newsletter.—
Jim Gorzelany,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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In the past, the Bulls bulked at offers for LaVine.—
Darnell Mayberry,
The Athletic,
11 July 2024
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Cullen immediately went to work bulking Armstrong up, preparing him for the rigors of ovals.—
Jenna Fryer,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 May 2024
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At the time, authorities believed the weather, which was snowing at the time, may have been a factor in the crash, according to ABC affiliate KSTP and CBS affiliate WCCO.—
David Chiu,
People.com,
21 Feb. 2025
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One is particularly popular: the sego lilies snowing over SLC's skyline.—
Erin Alberty,
Axios,
12 Feb. 2025
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The pursuit ended when an officer rammed his SUV into Bartholomew’s SUV at 69th Street and Lemon Hill Avenue in south Sacramento, bringing the vehicle to a stop.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacramento Bee,
27 Feb. 2025
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At least 13 people have been injured after a car rammed into a bus stop in Israel, at Karkur Junction, according to Israeli police.—
Nadine El-Bawab,
ABC News,
27 Feb. 2025
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“Mat.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mat. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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