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Recent Examples of clam
Grant Stringer, The Mercury News, 3 Feb. 2025
Lunges, weighted squats, bridges, lateral lunges, deadlifts, and clam shells are some examples, Dr. Wittstein says.
—Erica Sweeney, SELF, 23 Jan. 2025
Lauren Valenti, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024
Once medical examiners took custody of Murphy’s body, the vessel slipped back out the inlet to continue clamming.
—C.j. Chivers James Patrick Cronin Elena Hecht Anna Diamond Quinton Kamara, New York Times, 6 June 2024
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Noun
But, as with clams and scallops, their meat long has been prized by humans.
—Grant Stringer, The Mercury News, 3 Feb. 2025
Lunges, weighted squats, bridges, lateral lunges, deadlifts, and clam shells are some examples, Dr. Wittstein says.
—Erica Sweeney, SELF, 23 Jan. 2025
Verb
The mask has a hydrogel texture that clams and cools the skin while its clinical-grade ingredients sink in to rejuvenate the complexion.
—Lauren Valenti, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024
Once medical examiners took custody of Murphy’s body, the vessel slipped back out the inlet to continue clamming.
—C.j. Chivers James Patrick Cronin Elena Hecht Anna Diamond Quinton Kamara, New York Times, 6 June 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for clam
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Countries like China, Poland, Russia, India, and Turkey are leading this trend, driven by concerns over dollar dependency and geopolitical risks.—
Bob Haber,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025
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Induction stoves typically need special wiring or a larger plug, adding hundreds of dollars in electrical work to the cost of the appliance itself.—
Jeff Brady,
NPR,
19 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Felix Studios/Courtesy of Waldorf Astoria Seychelles Platte Island Active guests will find plenty to busy themselves with, including opportunities to fish, kayak, paddleboard, and even scuba dive.—
Jason Chau,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Mar. 2025
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Javier Velez was asleep inside the car while his father and brother fished nearby, according to WCAU.—
Theresa Braine,
New York Daily News,
5 Mar. 2025
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While getting the most bang for the buck can be a compelling goal, Stryker recommends homeowners consider something else.—
Luke Miller,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Mar. 2025
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The amino acids in eggs have a bioavailability that offers more protein bang for your buck (so to speak).—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
17 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Disturbing such materials without proper precautions can release harmful fibers into the air, making professional assessment and sealing necessary for safety.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
17 Mar. 2025
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Boston scored three goals in a span of 7:47 to take the lead for good, while the Islanders scored three goals in 6:04 to take the lead Sunday and sealed the game with an empty-netter in the dying seconds of regulation.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
17 Mar. 2025
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In fact, Indigenous peoples taught the settlers how to harvest and concentrate the sweet sap of the sugar maples that grow across northeastern Canada and the United States.—
Debbie Olsen,
AFAR Media,
13 Mar. 2025
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Various herb and vegetable planters are design elements, but are also harvested and incorporated into menu dishes.—
Rachel Dube,
Forbes,
13 Mar. 2025
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“Clam.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clam. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.
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