dresses 1 of 2

plural of dress

dresses

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verb

present tense third-person singular of dress
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as in bandages
to cover with a bandage first wash and then dress the wound

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Verb
  • As the ties to his past begin to unravel, and his corrupted power grows stronger, Rand becomes increasingly unrecognizable to his closest allies, Moiraine and Egwene.
    Denise Petski, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Clear skies are essential for best viewing, so keep an eye on the forecast as the meteor shower's peak grows near.
    Jenna Prestininzi, Detroit Free Press, 11 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • The study also probed specific attitudes and portrayals of Orthodox Jews.
    William Earl, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
  • This debate will change if—and only if public attitudes change.
    Zak Doffman, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • Fox News Channel cultivates its fans with Fox Nation, a subscription outlet that offers the popular opinion programs from its flagship cable vehicle, but also lifestyle programs; documentaries; stand-up comedy; and even movies.
    Brian Steinberg, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
  • These findings support the notion that early engagement in diverse activities cultivates a passion for learning, which is highly valued in higher education.
    Dr. Aviva Legatt, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • Hyatt decorates her Christmas tree with family ornaments she's made or collected over the years, drapes it in old-school tinsel, and installs her antique tree topper.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 3 Dec. 2024
  • Besides the nice flair of the leg, the fabric is supremely light, with a weight that drapes nicely on the body and creates a perfectly polished shape.
    Gabrielle Porcaro, Travel + Leisure, 19 Oct. 2024
Verb
  • There’s even a nifty dryer attachment that swiftly smooths hair without overexposing it to heat; this is thanks to the Coanda effect, which tames hair without the need to press it against a heated surface, like a flat iron.
    Clara McMahon, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
  • This powerful, multifaceted treatment smooths fine lines, firms the delicate skin around your lips and locks in moisture with a blend of hyaluronic acid, peptides and squalane.
    Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 5 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • The Sazerac Company now owns the brand and produces the bourbon at Buffalo Trace Distillery.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Legendary develops, produces, markets, and finances major films for global audiences, while also maintaining leading television, comic book, video game, licensing, and merchandising divisions.
    Dade Hayes, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
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