cruse

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Recent Examples of cruse For Jews, the Maccabees' story and the legend of the single cruse of oil burning eight days signals the possibility that a dedicated few, inspired by faith in their purpose, can reshape history. Joshua M. Davidson, CNN, 28 Nov. 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cruse
Noun
  • But the boat’s two cabins, one with an ensuite, also turn the vessel into a family weekend cruiser.
    Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 11 Feb. 2025
  • Fritz revved the engine, a desperate, needling whine, and the vessel lurched down the airstrip, the chute billowing awake behind him.
    Nick Paumgarten, The New Yorker, 10 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • Every design element is sourced from local Australian suppliers, from the concrete bathtubs and basins to the limestone tiles, ceramic beakers, and handcrafted lotions and soaps.
    Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Jan. 2025
  • That could mean anything from beakers and funnels to materials for growing crystals and robotics.
    Cheryl Fenton, Parents, 5 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • The murder was tragic, but animosity seemed pointless—steam from a boiling kettle.
    Lawrence Wright, The New Yorker, 10 Feb. 2025
  • She and her siblings were bathed in an aluminum tub in the kitchen, with hot water added from a kettle.
    Rukmini Callimachi, New York Times, 23 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • She was often found sitting quietly on the couch with her dogs, a strong cup of coffee and reading a book.
    Ashley Hume, Fox News, 7 Feb. 2025
  • As for Pettersson, the defenseman, the young blueliner has been so impressive through his first handful of games, but the trick for a young player breaking into the NHL is sustaining a high level when the adrenaline of your first cup of coffee wears out.
    Thomas Drance, The Athletic, 7 Feb. 2025

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“Cruse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cruse. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.

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