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Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of lash
Noun
For her turn as a runway model, Pugh wore a set of spiky black false lashes that extended way past the outer corners of her eyes and allll the way up to the tippy-top of her brow. Kara Nesvig, Allure, 21 Feb. 2025 Bassett’s makeup included such details as a smokey eye with long lashes, a glowing complexion and a glossy lip. Julia Teti, WWD, 19 Feb. 2025
Verb
The official, who asked not to be identified in order to discuss internal deliberations, said there was some concern that Mr. Musk might lash out over the weekend on his social media platform. Michael D. Shear, New York Times, 24 Feb. 2025 Extreme Lashes Giant lashes that fan out past your eyebrows are out, and natural lashes created with a lash curler and one to two coats of mascara are in. Jackie Fields, People.com, 22 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for lash
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lash
Noun
  • The film stars the gifted André Holland as a theater performer who becomes an amnesiac after suffering a violent blow to the head.
    Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 11 Mar. 2025
  • The loss was a big blow for the Kings, who played well without two starters but ultimately squandered an opportunity to move ahead of the Clippers for seventh in the Western Conference playoff race.
    Jason Anderson, Sacramento Bee, 10 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Cosponsors include Republican Guy Reschenthaler, the chief deputy whip, and Democrats Terri Sewell and Chris Deluzio.
    Daniel Moore, Axios, 5 Mar. 2025
  • Restrict summer pruning to removal of sucker shoots (young whips growing from the base of the tree), water sprouts (rapidly growing shoots growing within the canopy), and vertical branches (those growing upright).
    Luke Miller, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • The strategy, as well as the sheer shock value of the slaps, has produced impressive social media statistics for Power Slap and solid viewership numbers on Rumble.
    Matt Craig, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2025
  • The Academy banned Smith after the slap from attending any event related to the organization for 10 years, including the Oscars.
    Zack Sharf, Variety, 3 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • The versatile spring-forward piece can be used as a handheld bag or as a crossbody with a detachable strap.
    Melony Forcier, People.com, 13 Mar. 2025
  • From a $7 luggage strap to secure your belongings to a four-pack of AirTags to keep tabs on your bags, this St. Patrick’s Day sale is made for travelers.
    Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 13 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • But there’s thump, there’s just an understanding of situations, ability to use the whole field.
    LaMond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 4 Mar. 2025
  • Alonso slots back into the Mets lineup and fits perfectly behind new teammate Juan Soto, providing exactly the kind of right-handed thump the Mets were lacking.
    Tim Britton, The Athletic, 21 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • Enraged, Mark delivers a super-strong punch that breaks both his and Conquest’s hands.
    Jordan Moreau, Variety, 14 Mar. 2025
  • Kourtney Kardashian Barker is rolling with the punches during her breastfeeding journey.
    Kayla Grant, People.com, 13 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • After a single swipe, the formula feels lightweight—yet not inky (there’s hardly any transfer to my lids or under-eyes).
    Gina Vaynshteyn, StyleCaster, 11 Mar. 2025
  • In fact, many of our Bridal Bliss couples found love at first swipe.
    Jasmine Elise, Essence, 5 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Their efforts aim to ensure the reserve's permanence, safeguarding it from the whims of future administrations, who could nullify the President’s E.O. with the stroke of a pen.
    Edan Yago, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
  • However, in a stroke of luck for him, teammate Lazar Djokovic grabbed the offensive rebound and called timeout, giving the Cougars one more crack at it.
    Kyle Feldscher, CNN, 12 Mar. 2025

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“Lash.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lash. Accessed 17 Mar. 2025.

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