Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nail (down)
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Pro-Palestinian sentiments still run strong among the peoples of the region, and history has proven how civil unrest can quickly lead to instability even in nominally stable nations.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Feb. 2025 -
The success of The Onion Field proved to be a turning point for Wambaugh.—
Chris Koseluk,
The Hollywood Reporter,
28 Feb. 2025
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The first detailed nationwide data on schools’ recovery shows that achievement gaps have widened, with the poorest students the furthest behind.—
Aatish Bhatia,
New York Times,
10 Mar. 2025
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The visual shows Lil Nas X framed in a hot pink Dreamboy doll box.—
Ashley Iasimone,
Billboard,
9 Mar. 2025
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Italian immigrants most likely brought it to the United States in the 19th century and established it in California in the late 1800s.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
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The actress established her career with major roles in Corrina, Corrina (1994) and Waterworld (1995) before Mars and Napoleon Dynamite (2004) introduced her to new audiences.—
Sezin Koehler,
EW.com,
1 Mar. 2025
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Here are four simple questions that can determine longevity of your connection.—
Mark Travers, Contributor,
CNBC,
9 Mar. 2025
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The disposition of Dahlin’s estate is being determined in a supervised probate case.—
Jim Woods,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Mar. 2025
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That means making sure the youngster can demonstrate enough self-control that allows the educational process to function.—
Vincent Turley,
Hartford Courant,
2 Mar. 2025
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Our Patriots will take to the streets to peacefully demonstrate.—
Andy Greene,
Rolling Stone,
2 Mar. 2025
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The plan currently insures over 480,000 active state employees.—
Rebecca Noel,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Feb. 2025
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More than 6,900 residents are insured via the state's program, called Pathways to Coverage, according to the Georgia Department of Community Health.—
Ken Alltucker,
USA TODAY,
26 Feb. 2025
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With stable housing as the foundation, the next step is ensuring people feel safe in their home and community.—
Carolina Chavez,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Mar. 2025
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When that happens, the Clean Water Act requires the permitting agency to adjust its permit requirements to ensure that water quality standards are met.—
Robin Kundis Craig,
The Conversation,
5 Mar. 2025
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More News: Bubba Wallace Has Epic Response To Powerful Lewis Hamilton Statement Chase Elliott secured third place, followed by Carson Hocevar, Daniel Suarez, Shane van Gisbergen, Kyle Larson, Kyle Busch, Ross Chastain, and Todd Gilliland rounding out the top ten.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
2 Mar. 2025
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The promise was to secure meaningful and robust funding for preserving Florida’s unique ecosystems, safeguarding water quality, and ensuring public access to natural lands.—
Sarah Gledhill,
Orlando Sentinel,
2 Mar. 2025
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“Nail (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nail%20%28down%29. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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