lucubration

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for lucubration
Noun
  • In that scenario, Elizabeth was a harsh taskmaster, forcing her younger sibling into a life of drudgery.
    Mara Bovsun, New York Daily News, 9 Feb. 2025
  • The Voice became many things to me: a place of drudgery and triumph and endless office politics, a writing school, a talent pool, my crucible and passport.
    Andrew Cockburn, Harper's Magazine, 22 Aug. 2024
Noun
  • Engaging in advocacy efforts, whether by contacting lawmakers or participating in petitions, can help raise awareness of the department's critical role in higher education.
    Scott White, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
  • Newcastle suddenly had a purpose, which has always been the basis of Howe’s efforts.
    George Caulkin, The Athletic, 13 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Apple’s Surprise iPhone Update Fixes 1 Bug, Adds 1 Frustration By avoiding the heavy lifting of real institutional reform, DEI initiatives have inadvertently fueled opposition, enabling right-wing politicians to exploit these missteps to justify rolling back civil rights protections.
    Aparna Rae, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
  • The slow cooker does the heavy lifting, making this a low-effort yet nutrient-dense option for meal prep or a cozy dinner.
    Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Momma had a smooth labor and delivery and both mamma and baby are doing great!
    Kayla Grant, People.com, 10 Mar. 2025
  • Our pursuit of it in our collective desire to outsource emotional labor is both capitalistic and desperate.
    Silvia Park, TIME, 10 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Skeptics point to volatility, security headaches, and the risk of distorting bitcoin markets if a major government holds too large a stake.
    Dave Birnbaum, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
  • These side effects include hot flashes, nausea, calf cramps, skin itching or burning, headaches, abdominal discomforts, and fatigue.18 6.
    Emmanuella Ogbonna, Health, 11 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Other areas are raked in patterns resembling a Zen garden, and some contain replica tracks of native animals, including coyotes, bears and snakes.
    Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 10 Mar. 2025
  • Other examples have included utilizing them in asphalt, stand-up paddle boards … and even gummy bears.
    Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 7 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • The danger was obvious at Villa Park, but Justin did a better job of heading the danger away against Wolverhampton Wanderers at King Power Stadium just before Christmas… … until Wolves gathered up the second ball and Nelson Semedo clipped another high ball back into the box.
    Rob Tanner, The Athletic, 14 Mar. 2025
  • Trump's separate 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico could put 31,000 jobs at risk in the sector.
    TIME, TIME, 13 Mar. 2025
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“Lucubration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lucubration. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.

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