as in coward
a person without strength of character
a doormat who always gave in to his father's demands
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This friendly doormat is the perfect piece to add to your entryway for a pop of color and greet your guest in one fell swoop.
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Cristian Esteban, Rolling Stone, 30 Aug. 2024
Perfect for welcoming trick-or-treaters on Halloween, the non-slip doormat features the saying and silhouettes of the sisters’ hair.
—Kaitlin Gates, Southern Living, 13 Sep. 2024
This cute doormat features a fun seasonal quote, perfect for welcoming your guests with fall spirit.
—Jessica Copeland, Rolling Stone, 12 Sep. 2024
The brief intermission between the end of summer and Halloween is the perfect time to transform your patio, porch, and backyard with seasonal lights, wreaths, doormats, and more.
—Melissa Epifano, Peoplemag, 11 Sep. 2024
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Cristian Esteban, Rolling Stone, 30 Aug. 2024
Perfect for welcoming trick-or-treaters on Halloween, the non-slip doormat features the saying and silhouettes of the sisters’ hair.
—Kaitlin Gates, Southern Living, 13 Sep. 2024
This cute doormat features a fun seasonal quote, perfect for welcoming your guests with fall spirit.
—Jessica Copeland, Rolling Stone, 12 Sep. 2024
The brief intermission between the end of summer and Halloween is the perfect time to transform your patio, porch, and backyard with seasonal lights, wreaths, doormats, and more.
—Melissa Epifano, Peoplemag, 11 Sep. 2024
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“Doormat.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/doormat. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.
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