crimps 1 of 2

noun

Definition of crimpsnext
plural of crimp
1
as in creases
a small fold in a soft and otherwise smooth surface a small crimp in the dollar bill prevented it from being accepted by the bill changer made a tiny little crimp in the corner of the Queen of Spades

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2
as in obstacles
something that makes movement or progress difficult the strike could put a real crimp in the production schedule

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crimps

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of crimp
1
as in pinches

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2
as in folds

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  1. obstacles
  2. folds
  3. barriers
Noun
  • Beijing will face obstacles to this strategy in Europe, since its de facto support for Vladimir Putin’s war against Ukraine is an albatross around Beijing’s effort to improve relations.
    Evan A. Feigenbaum, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
  • Even amidst challenges and when faced with obstacles, Lisa would roll up her sleeves and shatter all barriers, always motivated by her why.
    Lauren Carpenter, USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 2025
Definition of obstacles
Verb
  • The exaggerated turtleneck gently folds over, forming a scarf-like collar, and the slits on either side give the oversized sweater some movement.
    Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 21 Dec. 2024
  • The stroller folds one-handed and sits upright for storage.
    Katrina Cossey, Parents, 29 Nov. 2024
Definition of folds
Noun
  • Image In some places, the border is marked with concrete barriers manned by Russians in fatigues.
    Andrew Higgins, New York Times, 5 Jan. 2025
  • Despite the undisputed importance of women in entrepreneurship and society overall moving toward a better future, the glass ceiling and gender barriers prevail, perpetuating the vicious cycle of competition.
    Lauren Carpenter, USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 2025
Definition of barriers
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crimps

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