as in feats
an act of notable skill, strength, or cleverness
performs mental stunts, such as pronouncing words backwards as soon as you say them
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as in blocks
to hold back the normal growth of
unfortunately, an unusually dry summer seems to have permanently stunted the tree
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Recent Examples of stunts
David Nour, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
This may seem smart, but such an approach often stunts innovation and limits breakthrough potential.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
Verb
Many leaders struggle to separate their emotions from their decisions, which is dangerous and stunts their growth.
—David Nour, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
This may seem smart, but such an approach often stunts innovation and limits breakthrough potential.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stunts
Noun
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If feats of extreme Gen Z athleticism seem at odds with the 150-year-old boat builder’s elegant, understated image, Chris-Craft’s leaders hope its latest lineup will change that perception.—
Jaclyn Trop,
Robb Report,
24 Dec. 2024
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The monument is composed of rocks transported from far and wide—impressive feats of shipping for its Neolithic builders.—
Sonja Anderson,
Smithsonian Magazine,
24 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Each of these halts progress for us all and needs urgent attention.—
Nadia Edwards-Dashti,
Forbes,
20 Dec. 2024
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Each of these halts progress for us all and needs urgent attention.—
Nadia Edwards-Dashti,
Forbes,
20 Dec. 2024
Verb
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The woman in question was identified as Renee Brown, a 36-year-old single mom who works two jobs, loves her kid, and never stops, à la Reba McEntire.—
Marc Griffin,
VIBE.com,
8 Jan. 2025
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During the cruise, expect beachside dinners under the stars, stops at under-the-radar villages, and visits to temples.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
7 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Checking cameras too often only adds pressure and diminishes the quality of a hunting area.—
Josh Honeycutt,
Outdoor Life,
1 Jan. 2025
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The decline directly relates to inflation, which diminishes the value of money, requiring consumers to spend more dollars to maintain their standard of living.—
Becca Bratcher,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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“Stunts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stunts. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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