rubs 1 of 2

plural of rub

rubs

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of rub

Examples Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for rubs
Noun
  • Unfortunately, a year after the rollout of DSO, Bayer’s headaches remain.
    Chris Westfall, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
  • Common symptoms include cough, headaches, sneezing, runny nose, and congestion.
    Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 7 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • The lack of standards for unlicensed vendors erodes the integrity of the entire industry.
    John Murn, New York Daily News, 4 Jan. 2025
  • Inconsistent use quickly erodes consumer trust.
    Jessica Wong, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • The National Institute of Health reports that sleep improves memory, sharpens decision-making, and enhances problem-solving skills.
    Maha Abouelenein, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Mentoring also sharpens your communication and leadership skills.
    Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • The formula locks in moisture, restores the skin barrier, and smoothes wrinkles.
    Toni Sutton, People.com, 30 Dec. 2024
  • Removing peach fuzz further smooths the appearance of your facial skin and can help makeup apply more easily and evenly without caking to hair.
    Carley Millhone, Health, 27 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • Kim, the Korean American artist, who is deaf, shared in an email that the billboard reflected personal frustrations.
    Travis Diehl, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2025
  • These writings touched on political frustrations, societal issues, and international conflicts like the war in Ukraine.
    Natalie Venegas, Newsweek, 7 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • Protection From Environmental Factors Protect your hands from environmental irritants by wearing good-quality gloves or mittens in cold, dry weather.
    Carrie Madormo, RN, Health, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Avoid direct contact with chemicals and any other irritants.
    Carrie Madormo, RN, Health, 24 Dec. 2024
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“Rubs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rubs. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.

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