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not being or expressing what one appears to be or express
part of the ritual of the awards ceremony is the nominee's lip praise for the performances of his or her competitors
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Recent Examples of lip
Michael Menna, Verywell Health, 4 Nov. 2024
This nipple cream has multiple purposes (just ask Kylie Jenner, who uses it as lip balm).
—Jessica Kasparian, SELF, 4 Nov. 2024
Poppy Morgan, Rolling Stone, 26 Sep. 2023
When overused, lip plumper can cause cracking, drying, and even splitting of the lips.
—Alyssa Brascia, Peoplemag, 25 May 2023
Steve Galluzzo, Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2024
So did Finau, whose 61-foot eagle putt lipped out on the par-5 finishing hole, leaving him with a tap-in birdie.
—Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Jan. 2024
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Noun
Pursed lip breathing is particularly helpful during times of exertion or recovery.
—Michael Menna, Verywell Health, 4 Nov. 2024
This nipple cream has multiple purposes (just ask Kylie Jenner, who uses it as lip balm).
—Jessica Kasparian, SELF, 4 Nov. 2024
Adjective
From hydrating serums to the latest in lip colors, these are the fall beauty essentials that deserve a spot in your cart.
—Poppy Morgan, Rolling Stone, 26 Sep. 2023
When overused, lip plumper can cause cracking, drying, and even splitting of the lips.
—Alyssa Brascia, Peoplemag, 25 May 2023
Verb
Schauffele had a chance for a share of second, but his birdie putt at 18 lipped out.
—Steve Galluzzo, Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2024
So did Finau, whose 61-foot eagle putt lipped out on the par-5 finishing hole, leaving him with a tap-in birdie.
—Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Jan. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lip
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This one is low-cost because all your materials are probably still sitting on your curb!Kathryn Varn, Axios, 29 Oct. 2024
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The contents of many people's homes and businesses were ruined by storm surge from the Gulf and tossed on the curb, everything from mattresses to dressers, chairs and filing cabinets.Zac Anderson, USA TODAY, 13 Oct. 2024
Adjective
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Should East have pulled his partner’s second double to five clubs?Frank Stewart, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024
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After a fourth-down stop by Northwood’s defense, Keith capitalized on excellent field position by lofting a 12-yard TD to Brennan, who beat double coverage.Dan Albano, Orange County Register, 9 Nov. 2024
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The company plans to invest in expanding its production capacity, including the development of a new egg washing and packing facility in Seymour, Indiana.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 7 Nov. 2024
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Migrants without work authorization huddled in Home Depot parking lots and stood at intersections washing windshields for tips.Anjeanette Damon, ProPublica, 4 Nov. 2024
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In places, the original owners’ family crest is on display.Ann Abel, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
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And the sound of him writing and recording great rock songs on the crest of his band’s initial wave of success is, album title notwithstanding, a sunny place to revisit.Chris Willman, Variety, 26 Oct. 2024
Adjective
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April 25: Trump is named an unindicted co-conspirator in Arizona fake election scheme charges.Karissa Waddick, USA TODAY, 5 Nov. 2024
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Striking a family pose, Cuoco wore a blue NFL jersey, fake beard and baseball cap, while Pelphrey sported a blonde wig, a pink Nike sweatshirt and white slides.Gabrielle Rockson, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024
Verb
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And to match her undefeated record, the city went especially big with signage for the Eras Tour dates – like, six-figure investment and 350-feet big – including a 34-story decal of the pop star (approved by Swift’s team) splashed across the JW Marriott, Indy’s largest hotel.Katie Atkinson, Billboard, 31 Oct. 2024
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Photos and videos of her face were splashed across social media platforms and picked up by 24-hour news cycles, leading millions across the country to tune in for updates from law enforcement agencies investigating her disappearance.Natalie Wilson and Derrica Wilson, Essence, 30 Oct. 2024
Noun
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Continue to speed up the container, and more of these perfect tornadoes will slither in from the rim.Quanta Magazine, Quanta Magazine, 6 Nov. 2024
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The two companies joined forces in 2019 to create a pair of glasses powered by Meta’s AI assistant and with a tiny camera on the rim.Prarthana Prakash, Fortune Europe, 5 Nov. 2024
Adjective
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The six-inch square bollards are hollow pipes that are mostly 30 feet tall (18 feet in a few places).Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 3 Nov. 2024
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Subtle red lines peek out of the hollow eyes and outline teeth in the raw middle canvas portrait.Natasha Gural, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
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“Lip.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lip. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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