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as in collapses
to be unsuccessful
the business folded after just two months
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as in packs
a group of people sharing a common interest and relating together socially
ready to welcome their old Liberal friend back into the fold
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Recent Examples of folds
Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 21 Dec. 2024
The stroller folds one-handed and sits upright for storage.
—Katrina Cossey, Parents, 29 Nov. 2024
This long-sleeve has a standup collar that folds down and is great for warm and windy days.
—Kristine Solomon, Travel + Leisure, 19 Oct. 2024
This nylon hammock folds down into a small storage pouch, is incredibly lightweight while still able to hold up to 400 pounds of weight, and uses two Talon straps and carabiners to secure it between two trees.
—Jamie Spain, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Oct. 2024
The table folds compactly for easy storage and transport and weighs just seven pounds.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 2 Oct. 2024
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
This long-sleeve has a standup collar that folds down and is great for warm and windy days.
—Kristine Solomon, Travel + Leisure, 19 Oct. 2024
This nylon hammock folds down into a small storage pouch, is incredibly lightweight while still able to hold up to 400 pounds of weight, and uses two Talon straps and carabiners to secure it between two trees.
—Jamie Spain, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Oct. 2024
The table folds compactly for easy storage and transport and weighs just seven pounds.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 2 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for folds
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The next 12 months will determine whether the music industry thrives or collapses under the weight of AI.—
Virginie Berger,
Forbes,
30 Dec. 2024
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The bailiff then fires at least six shots and Butler collapses on the ground.—
Violet Ikonomova,
Detroit Free Press,
27 Dec. 2024
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If Johnson fails to secure the 218 votes needed for a simple majority on Friday to remain speaker, the chamber could be stuck in limbo until the matter is resolved.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
3 Jan. 2025
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If Johnson fails on Friday to secure the 218 votes required for a simple majority to remain speaker, the House risks being in limbo until the issue is resolved.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
3 Jan. 2025
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Additionally, the jail struggles to provide adequate food, and unsanitary food distribution practices have left detainees vulnerable to malnutrition, pest infestations and other harms.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
4 Jan. 2025
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But Moore sometimes struggles to take responsibility in the way expected of leaders.—
Colin Pascal,
Baltimore Sun,
2 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Build communities around your business to increase customer engagement and loyalty.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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The successful outcome for Perpetua Resources is especially impressive given the complex nature of the federal, state, and local permitting process, as well as the work involved in satisfying the concerns of local communities and the Nez Perz Tribe.—
David Blackmon,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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And that's where little cliques were formed.—
Kate Hogan,
People.com,
10 Dec. 2024
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With Venus entering your 11th house of friendships, networks and visions of the future, this transit could spark connections that challenge your social circles and cliques.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
29 Nov. 2024
Noun
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And our definition of social media was to converse about the over-the-top shenanigans of the fictional Ewing, Channing and Carrington clans at the proverbial office watercooler.—
Marc Berman,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
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In 2020, the California Fish and Game Commission made six lion clans a candidate for protection under the state Endangered Species Act, and are expected to decide whether to permanently list them next year.—
Lila Seidman,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Dec. 2024
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“Folds.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/folds. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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