as in stuck
firmly positioned in place and difficult to dislodge
the rusty, old bolts were so well lodged that a power wrench was needed to extract them
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as in housed
to provide with living quarters or shelter
the landlord can legally lodge up to 20 people in his apartment building at one time
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as in nestled
to establish or place comfortably or snugly
our pet guinea pig lodged himself in the far corner of his cage and simply refused to come out
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as in embedded
to set solidly in or as if in surrounding matter
the gunman had managed to lodge a bullet in my back, just inches from my spine
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Recent Examples of lodged
Shayla Colon, New York Times, 11 Dec. 2024
He was initially arrested for driving a vehicle without a license, but the officers contacted ICE, which promptly lodged a detainer request with the Lincoln County jail.
—Bethany Blankley | The Center Square Contributor, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 8 Dec. 2024
However, after police found a bullet lodged in one of Gary's rib bones, his death was declared a homicide.
—Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024
The recent legal turmoil in NASCAR has taken a turn as NASCAR lodged major allegations against Curtis Polk, the investor in 23XI Racing.
—Mark R. Weaver, Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2024
In response, three states lodged formal complaints.
—Daniel Block, The Atlantic, 30 Nov. 2024
Advertisement When button batteries are lodged in the body, their electrical current breaks down water, driving up alkalinity to dangerous levels akin to bleach.
—Emily Alpert Reyes, Los Angeles Times, 29 Nov. 2024
The Range Rover used in the raid was lodged in the store's entrance with its trunk open.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 29 Nov. 2024
If they get lodged in a child’s throat, the saliva triggers an electric current causing a chemical burn that can severely damage the esophagus.
—Adrianna Rodriguez, USA TODAY, 28 Nov. 2024
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At least seven different civilian complaints have been lodged against the sergeant, alleging excessive force, discourtesy and abuse of authority.
—Shayla Colon, New York Times, 11 Dec. 2024
He was initially arrested for driving a vehicle without a license, but the officers contacted ICE, which promptly lodged a detainer request with the Lincoln County jail.
—Bethany Blankley | The Center Square Contributor, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 8 Dec. 2024
However, after police found a bullet lodged in one of Gary's rib bones, his death was declared a homicide.
—Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024
The recent legal turmoil in NASCAR has taken a turn as NASCAR lodged major allegations against Curtis Polk, the investor in 23XI Racing.
—Mark R. Weaver, Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2024
In response, three states lodged formal complaints.
—Daniel Block, The Atlantic, 30 Nov. 2024
Advertisement When button batteries are lodged in the body, their electrical current breaks down water, driving up alkalinity to dangerous levels akin to bleach.
—Emily Alpert Reyes, Los Angeles Times, 29 Nov. 2024
The Range Rover used in the raid was lodged in the store's entrance with its trunk open.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 29 Nov. 2024
If they get lodged in a child’s throat, the saliva triggers an electric current causing a chemical burn that can severely damage the esophagus.
—Adrianna Rodriguez, USA TODAY, 28 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lodged
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Among the artworks expected to be housed there are important Cubist treasures donated to the Met by Leonard Lauder in 2013.Alex Greenberger for ARTNews, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2024
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Deep learning and artificial intelligence continue to push our ideas of what’s possible, and expand the capabilities of digital systems housed on electronic hardware.John Werner, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The deal paved the way for Adobe to establish a campus, nestled in the scenic mountains of Lehi, just 30 minutes south of Salt Lake City.Dardan Pula, CNBC, 10 Dec. 2024
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The result is a home nestled amidst the natural beauty of Aspen that’s equipped with a sophisticated, urbane sensibility inside.Troy J. McMullen, Architectural Digest, 9 Dec. 2024
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And with this reimagining, the family’s fingerprints and energy are inextricably embedded in the house too.Kathryn Romeyn, Architectural Digest, 11 Dec. 2024
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Businesses that take the time to assess their data strategies and invest in long-term solutions are better positioned to succeed as AI becomes more deeply embedded in enterprise operations.Steve McDowell, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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Public viewing areas along the Seine accommodated 40,000 spectators, who watched the ceremonies unfold on large screens.Thomas Adamson and John Leicester, Los Angeles Times, 7 Dec. 2024
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Dietary preferences and odd sleeping schedules were easily accommodated.Tanveer Badal, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Dec. 2024
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In many, Kathleen is in various states of deshabille, perched or splayed on beds and couches, or simply staring at the camera, as nude as Eve.Max Norman, ARTnews.com, 9 Dec. 2024
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Continue to the exclusive South Water Caye, a 12-acre paradise perched on the barrier reef.Patricia Johnson, Travel + Leisure, 8 Dec. 2024
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The company has focused on tight inventory control and full-price sales as part of its omnichannel integration strategy, with inventory down 2.6 percent in the first nine months of the year.Rhonda Richford, WWD, 11 Dec. 2024
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The Biden administration began developing the guidance over the summer, aiming to provide the Trump team with a clear road map for tackling the increasingly tight relationships between some of the United States' biggest adversaries.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Just opened in early December, The Cheesecake Factory is positioned at the east end of the property near the popular Coastal Flats and Seasons 52.Fairchild Studio, WWD, 11 Dec. 2024
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These advancements suggest that, despite current headwinds, Alphabet is well-positioned to remain a leader in the big tech landscape.Trefis Team, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The case against the man was eventually dismissed, and the lawsuit was settled for $7,500.Shayla Colon, New York Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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Galois settled the lawsuit from the SEC for $225,000 without admitting wrongdoing, but the damage was done.Lior Lamesh, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Lodged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lodged. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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