as in to cadge
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This started with some truly baroque partisan speculation; on Dec. 11, Rep. Jeff Van Drew (R-N.J.) cadged himself some airtime on Fox News by claiming that his home state was under attack from Iran.—
Michael Hiltzik,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Dec. 2024 -
Ansa works in a Helsinki supermarket, collecting expired food and cadging the odd casserole for her dinner.—
Ann Hornaday,
Washington Post,
4 Dec. 2023
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The exchange seemed to show real feelings and judgments — that the Europeans are mooching and that any American military action, no matter how clearly in American interests as well, should be somehow paid for by other beneficiaries.—
Jeanna Smialek,
New York Times,
25 Mar. 2025
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Not for Chelsea, obviously, whom he’s already once told to go find a richer boyfriend to mooch off.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
2 Mar. 2025
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After all those heartfelt letters, begging her nephew to return home, Cara finally comes face-to-face with Spencer.—
Matt Cabral,
EW.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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Tactility is a prominent feature in the collection; the pieces almost beg to be touched.—
The New York Times,
New York Times,
6 Apr. 2025
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Later on, Frank is seen peacefully praying after his bender.—
Alli Rosenbloom,
CNN Money,
6 Apr. 2025
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In the now-viral video of the incident, Perry can be seen driving a Tesla Cybertruck and pulling up to the women — who had been praying in an empty parking spot before heading out to celebrate the end of Ramadan, per Atlanta First News.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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Apply with fingertips, a brush, or sponge onto cheeks and lips.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
1 Apr. 2025
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The mining computers would sponge up energy when there was extra and shut off when demand from other customers was high, helping keep the grid stable.—
Erika Page,
Christian Science Monitor,
1 Apr. 2025
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Kim’s hands give us critical theories and histories of governing lines, all the while conjuring distinct Deaf lines.—
Mara Mills,
Artforum,
1 Apr. 2025
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Complemented by black-and-white footage of old races, the group conjured the labored breathing, accelerated blood flow and competitive exertion of cycling up hills, through valleys and across finish lines.—
Bob Gendron,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2025
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While sleep is undeniably crucial, sleep therapists implore us to remember that simply resting — whether through meditation, deep breathing or even just lying down with your eyes closed — can still provide significant benefits.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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The saga has led to many A’s fans imploring Fisher to sell the team.—
Chris Biderman,
Sacbee.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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Travelers took to social media to complain about the disruption and beseech the airlines for help.—
Emma Bubola,
New York Times,
21 Mar. 2025
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Eyes abound, actually, staring out from the stars and stripes as if beseeching its audience to bear witness to this unprecedented union.—
Tessa Solomon,
ARTnews.com,
3 Sep. 2019
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“Bludge.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bludge. Accessed 11 Apr. 2025.
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