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pocket

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adjective

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as in small
of a size that is less than average a pocket dictionary

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as in financial
of or relating to money, banking, or investments his pocket involvement in the company was minimal

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Recent Examples of pocket
Noun
That includes a wide hip belt to take the weight off of the shoulders, enough space for a three-liter water bladder, and side pockets to store an extra layer for shifting weather patterns. Lauren Mazzo, Glamour, 10 Dec. 2024 That material is then applied judiciously so the top and bottom function well together, with pit zips that offer access to secure internal pockets configured for backcountry gear storage—reinforcing the focus on performance under heavy exertion. Outside Online, 9 Dec. 2024
Adjective
The anti-pocket prejudice in women’s clothing runs deep. Amanda Foreman, WSJ, 29 Sep. 2022 On its e-commerce site this June, Banana Republic launched the BR Vintage collection: 225 items from the company’s safari-style past, including khaki shirts, lengthy suede jackets and multi-pocket photojournalist vests. Jacob Gallagher, WSJ, 7 Sep. 2021
Verb
When polls close this week on the longest presidential campaign ever recorded, corporate America could pocket a potential quarter trillion in future untaxed profits should Donald Trump return to the White House. Christiaan Hetzner, Fortune, 4 Nov. 2024 Ron Howard’s film at the moment isn’t, allowing Universal to pocket some decent money from a lot of $3.99 rentals. Tom Brueggemann, IndieWire, 25 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for pocket 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pocket
Noun
  • Meanwhile, some community members complained the university’s shelter-in place-policy caused firefighting resources to be diverted from other parts of Malibu.
    Jenny Jarvie, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The energy requirements of data centers are huge, so harnessing those resources requires collaboration, which means effective harnessing of the potential of AI requires collaboration.
    Ana DeOliva, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
Adjective
  • Movies about straight relationships are able to run both stars as leads, while movies about gay romance must shunt half the central couple down to supporting, which arguably results in a smaller awards-season profile.
    Nate Jones, Vulture, 14 Dec. 2024
  • Shaikh said the swap is happening in the food hall's incubator section, where small businesses can get a stall and a six month lease to try out new concepts.
    Jordyn Noennig, Journal Sentinel, 14 Dec. 2024
Adjective
  • Payers are focused on reducing costs to boost profitability, often leading to friction with healthcare providers who face increasing administrative burdens and diminishing financial returns.
    Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 18 Dec. 2024
  • However, one thing that is kept silent is the financial earnings of its racers.
    Alex Harrington, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • Bureaucracy has also stifled innovation even when its military utility is obvious.
    Mitch McConnell, Foreign Affairs, 16 Dec. 2024
  • Leaders who avoid conflict breed mediocrity and stifle innovation and creativity.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • The Davenports: More Than This by Krystal Marquis When The Davenports was released in 2023, the Davenport sisters stole our hearts.
    Lynnette Nicholas, Essence, 18 Dec. 2024
  • While brushing may appear like a victimless crime, the reality is that the recipient's personal information may have been stolen.
    Greta Cross, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • There was also plenty of high drama, like Rachel pausing and closing her eyes before standing on the wobbly platform for the last time.
    Dalton Ross, EW.com, 12 Dec. 2024
  • While revenue stood at $5.2 billion, up 15% compared to last year, net income came in at $1.63 billion up 1.7% year-over-year.
    Trefis Team, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Adjective
  • Tens of thousands of social media users mocked the death of the health insurance CEO and showed little sympathy after the killing.
    Holly Yan, CNN, 7 Dec. 2024
  • Half the fun of making these little sweets is unwrapping the mini chocolates.
    Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 7 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • In a game where a D-man on the other side put up two, seeing the team’s two most skilled defencemen finish with zero shots each and losing their minutes at five-on-five is a tough pill to swallow.
    Omar White, The Athletic, 15 Dec. 2024
  • The Huskies were also swallowed up on the boards, getting out-rebounded 25-16 in the first half and allowing 11 second-chance points to the Irish.
    Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 13 Dec. 2024

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“Pocket.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pocket. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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