as in handwriting
a type of writing in which all the letters in a word are connected to each other
He writes in cursive when he takes notes.
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Recent Examples of cursive
Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 July 2024
Some of the book’s pat pronouncements could be embroidered on a throw pillow, or written in cursive as an inspirational Instagram graphic.
—Katie Kadue, The New Yorker, 17 July 2024
Jenny Porter Tilley, The Indianapolis Star, 8 Feb. 2024
In the first photo, Sterling can be seen doodling on a drawing board while sitting in a fully pink car seat that's personalized with her name at the top in black, cursive letters.
—Emma Aerin Becker, People.com, 31 Oct. 2024
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Noun
Add place cards to each setting, with your guests’ names written in cursive.
—Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 July 2024
Some of the book’s pat pronouncements could be embroidered on a throw pillow, or written in cursive as an inspirational Instagram graphic.
—Katie Kadue, The New Yorker, 17 July 2024
Adjective
Last week, language was added to an internet safety bill to mandate cursive writing in elementary schools.
—Jenny Porter Tilley, The Indianapolis Star, 8 Feb. 2024
In the first photo, Sterling can be seen doodling on a drawing board while sitting in a fully pink car seat that's personalized with her name at the top in black, cursive letters.
—Emma Aerin Becker, People.com, 31 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cursive
Noun
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According to Klippenstein, parts of the document are unintelligible due to Mangione's handwriting.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Other possible signs include handwriting changes (like smaller handwriting than normal), tremors or shaking even when resting, and trouble walking (like a very slow or shuffling walk, or balance issues).Jessie Van Amburg, SELF, 25 Nov. 2024
Adjective
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The military activity occurred over 24 hours from Saturday to Sunday morning, with six aircraft crossing the Taiwan Strait's median line, an informal boundary between the two sides.Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
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One notable trend is the rise of authentic, informal leadership communication.Feon Ang, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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Saint Laurent’s spring 2025 show nodded to the brand’s eponymous founder, with creative director Anthony Vaccarello sending slouchy suits and bohemian prints down the runway.Hannah Malach, WWD, 17 Dec. 2024
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Petite Plume also sells silk pajama sets and nightshirts in whimsical prints, to make for a memorable gift.Tanya Benedicto Klich, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Regularly review your account statements to ensure no unauthorized changes have been made.Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report, Fox News, 14 Dec. 2024
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Its safeguards are designed to prevent unauthorized duplication or distribution of digital media, potentially saving media companies in the United States over $100 billion annually.Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 14 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Submitting an application that doesn’t follow their specific requirements can result in automatic rejection.Melissa Houston, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
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However, instead of adding this plan to its retirement savings lineup, the tech giant used it to replace its 5% 401(k) match and 1% automatic contribution.Medora Lee, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
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Again, a sequel followed, with 2010's Little Fockers seeing Greg and wife Pam (Teri Polo) juggle looking after their five-year-old twins with a spontaneous visit from the in-laws.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
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After 10 years of dating, followed by a two-year-long engagement, the couple made their union official through spontaneous nuptials.Emily Weaver, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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In other words, the best answer is the one that comes straight from our heart and reflects our honest, intuitive, and instinctive views on their questions.Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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The famed star never had a career plan, preferring to be more instinctive instead.Rosemary Feitelberg, WWD, 13 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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One league source wouldn’t put the Bears anywhere near the same level of deterrence as the New York Jets, whose owner, Woody Johnson, has a reputation for being impulsive and volatile.Dan Wiederer, Chicago Tribune, 30 Nov. 2024
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Does the child make impulsive decisions that might be regretted later?Madeline Holcombe, CNN, 30 Nov. 2024
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“Cursive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cursive. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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