kinks 1 of 2

noun

Definition of kinksnext
plural of kink
1
as in cramps
a painful sudden tightening of a muscle got a kink in my neck from lying in that awkward position for too long

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as in tricks
an odd or peculiar habit the boss's fondness for nicknames is one of those kinks that staffers just have to put up with

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3
as in whims
a sudden impulsive and apparently unmotivated idea or action whenever he got a kink in his head, he'd drop whatever he was doing to pursue this latest obsession

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kinks

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of kink
as in loops

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for kinks
  1. cramps
  2. whims
  3. quirks
  4. notions
  5. vagaries
  6. traits
  7. mannerisms
  8. reflects
Noun
  • Common symptoms include diarrhea, fever and stomach cramps.
    Allison Aubrey, NPR, 9 Dec. 2024
  • Common symptoms include diarrhea, fever and stomach cramps.
    Allison Aubrey, NPR, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of cramps
Noun
  • But Bob, who has always gone his own way, refuses to cater to their whims.
    Radhika Seth, Vogue, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Public health must take its rightful place as a cornerstone of national policy, insulated from political whims and guided by science.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of whims
Noun
  • The show is a uniquely hilarious take on a collision of a riches to rags story and the familiarity of light crime and investigation infused with humour and local New Zealand quirks, all brought to life by the razor-sharp minds of comedy duo Laura Daniel and Joseph Moore.
    Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
  • What’s most impressive about the sketch is Mescal’s ability to fit in with the cast mates and play off their quirks, proving his comic timing as adept as his emotional vulnerability.
    Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 8 Dec. 2024
Definition of quirks
Noun
  • Great leaders acknowledge that these terms reshape corporate culture and challenge traditional productivity and employee engagement notions.
    Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
  • These notions were brought together in ads seen by customers in a linear fashion via television, magazines or billboards.
    Billee Howard, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of notions
Noun
  • The anticipated reopening is still July 1 due to vagaries of weather and asphalt plant openings, Bennett said.
    Tanya Wildt, Detroit Free Press, 6 Dec. 2024
  • The independence of the Fed from the political vagaries on Pennsylvania Avenue and Capitol Hill is considered sacrosanct—a most crucial prerequisite for a responsible monetary policy that places price stability at its core.
    Christiaan Hetzner, Fortune, 10 Oct. 2024
Definition of vagaries
Noun
  • Rather than seeing complex traits as entirely new inventions, this research suggests that evolution often recycles and repurposes existing genetic tools to build complexity on the foundation of simplicity.
    Scott Travers, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Recognizing these traits helps teams navigate challenges, fostering balance and accountability in leadership dynamics.
    Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of traits
Noun
  • According to Schrader, the key to Leonard Fife was simply stripping away all of Gere’s own mannerisms and affectations.
    Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 6 Dec. 2024
  • Carl’s mannerisms were also carefully thought out.
    Jaclyn Greenberg, Parents, 5 Dec. 2024
Definition of mannerisms
Verb
  • Importantly, that $40,000 gap reflects only the difference in money each group receives from Medicare and does not count the payment gap from private insurers.
    Peter Ubel, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • In this interview, Hunter reflects on the lessons learned from his past ventures and how his unique background has led him to launch another category defining brand.
    Dave Knox, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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