as in to disgrace
to descend to a level that is beneath one's dignity
the debate would be more enlightening if both sides didn't stoop to name-calling
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as in porch
a covered structure adjoining an entrance to a building
the stoop at the front entrance is just big enough to shield a resident from the elements as he fumbles for his keys
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Recent Examples of stoop
Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 15 Dec. 2024
But, in reality, braceros often spent as much as 14 hours a day stooping to pick crops and lived in abysmal conditions.
—Livia Gershon, JSTOR Daily, 30 Nov. 2024
Angela Serratore, New York Times, 15 Jan. 2025
On Tuesday, the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission approved an application from Barbara Lorber, the apartment's resident since 1978, to install an iron gate in the hopes of keeping fans off the stoop.
—Nick Romano, EW.com, 14 Jan. 2025
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Verb
Following a 21-7 loss to the Chiefs, the Browns have stooped to a record of 3-11.
—Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 15 Dec. 2024
But, in reality, braceros often spent as much as 14 hours a day stooping to pick crops and lived in abysmal conditions.
—Livia Gershon, JSTOR Daily, 30 Nov. 2024
Noun
This home’s front stoop is painted blue, and the front door opens directly to the living room.
—Angela Serratore, New York Times, 15 Jan. 2025
On Tuesday, the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission approved an application from Barbara Lorber, the apartment's resident since 1978, to install an iron gate in the hopes of keeping fans off the stoop.
—Nick Romano, EW.com, 14 Jan. 2025
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Loading your audio article With the San Jose District 3 special election less than two months away, candidates in the crowded field to replace disgraced former Councilmember Omar Torres have begun to roll out their policy platforms in hopes of winning the support of voters.—
Devan Patel,
The Mercury News,
13 Feb. 2025
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Pardons Conrad Black President Donald Trump signed a full pardon on May 15, 2019, for the former executive of the Chicago Sun-Times’ parent company and disgraced media mogul.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Feb. 2025
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Things are so grim that even a lion has taken refuge on the Dutton porch (more on that animal later).—
Lynette Rice,
Deadline,
23 Feb. 2025
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This will open up your porch, allowing everyone to enjoy the stunning scenery.—
Macie Stump,
Southern Living,
17 Feb. 2025
Verb
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The podcast host said that her post was not intended to shame those who have opted for Botox and fillers, but to provide a safe space for those who have not.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
13 Feb. 2025
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Goldberg also previously addressed her body on a 2022 episode of The View, in response to a movie review for her latest project at the time, Till, that unintentionally shamed her weight by speculating that the actress wore body-altering prosthetics on camera.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
5 Feb. 2025
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As for the why David Lynch deigned to do this, the man explained his reasoning in a tweet.—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
19 Jan. 2025
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The National Gallery of Art for the United States of America did not deign to acquire an example of Native American painting until 2020.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes,
16 Jan. 2025
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What might’ve seemed pithy or condescending in another movie becomes downright gorgeous, as each interviewee is bathed in monochromatic light, and shines like a precious jewel.—
Siddhant Adlakha,
Variety,
18 Feb. 2025
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Most of your editorials, John Brummett, Rex Nelson, and John Deering, are blatant Trump haters, and their smug, condescending echo-chamber mindsets are constantly denigrating, mocking, and disrespecting at least 64 percent of your potential readers.—
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arkansasonline.com,
15 Feb. 2025
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My films are fragile art films, so I’m really humbled to be there again.—
Etan Vlessing,
The Hollywood Reporter,
14 Feb. 2025
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Texas just humbled the defending champs and now has a chance to win the SEC and earn a No. 1 seed in March.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
The Athletic,
13 Feb. 2025
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“Stoop.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stoop. Accessed 2 Mar. 2025.
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