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Recent Examples of nappy
Ollie Barder, Forbes, 25 Nov. 2024
Atletico Madrid, Leganes, Sevilla, Betis and Mallorca were among those to use their stadiums as collection points for materials donated by supporters, with food, blankets, nappies and water sent by road to those who badly needed them.
—Dermot Corrigan, The Athletic, 24 Nov. 2024
There are plenty of dirty nappies at the minute, so we’re being kept quite busy!
—George Caulkin, The Athletic, 7 Aug. 2024
The results are wondrous: a delightfully discordant fever dream that covers high fashion nappies, boots inspired by André Courrèges, and a puff-sleeve wedding dress suggesting both restriction and a strange kind of freedom.
—Liam Hess, Vogue, 8 Mar. 2024
And what is more Rich Mom than a Bottega clutch bag big enough for nappies, wet wipes and a handful of Fenty beauty products?
—Alex Kessler, Vogue, 10 Oct. 2023
At the same time, the urban population growth was spurring a massive increase in the use of non-recyclable waste products, including tons of disposable nappies.
—Carolyn Barber, Fortune, 13 July 2023
Diaper blowouts and other incredibly smelly nappies are a part of caring for a baby.
—Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 26 July 2023
The idea of finding any way to repurpose these nappies ought to be applauded.
—Carolyn Barber, Fortune, 13 July 2023
Noun
Not to mention having the epic yellow nappies from the waist down.
—Ollie Barder, Forbes, 25 Nov. 2024
Atletico Madrid, Leganes, Sevilla, Betis and Mallorca were among those to use their stadiums as collection points for materials donated by supporters, with food, blankets, nappies and water sent by road to those who badly needed them.
—Dermot Corrigan, The Athletic, 24 Nov. 2024
There are plenty of dirty nappies at the minute, so we’re being kept quite busy!
—George Caulkin, The Athletic, 7 Aug. 2024
The results are wondrous: a delightfully discordant fever dream that covers high fashion nappies, boots inspired by André Courrèges, and a puff-sleeve wedding dress suggesting both restriction and a strange kind of freedom.
—Liam Hess, Vogue, 8 Mar. 2024
And what is more Rich Mom than a Bottega clutch bag big enough for nappies, wet wipes and a handful of Fenty beauty products?
—Alex Kessler, Vogue, 10 Oct. 2023
At the same time, the urban population growth was spurring a massive increase in the use of non-recyclable waste products, including tons of disposable nappies.
—Carolyn Barber, Fortune, 13 July 2023
Diaper blowouts and other incredibly smelly nappies are a part of caring for a baby.
—Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 26 July 2023
The idea of finding any way to repurpose these nappies ought to be applauded.
—Carolyn Barber, Fortune, 13 July 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nappy
Adjective
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Rory Allen, who created it, put a bright-yellow, puffy coat on the receiver, whose face was completely covered.—
Sam Farmer,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Jan. 2025
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There are extra layers, bulky sweaters, puffy jackets, and warm accessories that need to fit beyond your essential travel items.—
Annita Katee,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Jan. 2025
Noun
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So far, the providers have been mum, with only JSX issuing a statement.—
Doug Gollan,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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What Trump, Vance have said Trump and his allies have stayed relatively mum about which rioters will be granted clemency, but a blanket pardon for everyone who participated in the attack seems less and less likely.—
Ella Lee,
The Hill,
18 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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To get the look, Hailey simply dusts the Fenty Beauty Diamond Bomb all over her lids with a fluffy blending brush.—
Kleigh Balugo,
StyleCaster,
22 Jan. 2025
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Keys starts by creating a smoky cat-eye with taupe eye shadow and a fluffy brush.—
Loren Savini,
Allure,
22 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Some items, like cases of beer, are marked up just a dollar above the wholesale price to stay competitive.—
Matthew Geiger,
The Denver Post,
25 Jan. 2025
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During the event, Buehrle also bought a round of beer for the fans in attendance Friday at the Ramova Theatre in Bridgeport.—
LaMond Pope,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Jackie has over 7,000 waterproof feathers on her body that help keep her dry and downy feathers that keep her warm, Steers previously said.—
Helena Wegner,
Sacramento Bee,
27 Jan. 2025
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The shape of the breeds' eyes, ears, paws and tails helps deflect cold temperatures, and many have a double coat, with water-resistant bristles giving way to longer, downy fur.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
Newsweek,
10 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The Coach and Horses is renowned for its real ales and food—ranging from simple bar food to a lavish restaurant menu.—
David Nikel,
Forbes,
29 Dec. 2024
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Over the next three decades, Cambridge Brewing introduced patrons to spiced pumpkin ales and robust barley wines.—
Joshua M. Bernstein,
New York Times,
27 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Continue on with Banana Republic’s shaggy knit cardigan, a pair of knee-high boots from Jeffrey Campbell, and finally, H&M’s leopard-print ’90s bag.—
Laura Jackson,
Vogue,
9 Jan. 2025
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And there's an endearingly shaggy side to this film, all the more shocking given its then-record cost.—
Darren Franich,
EW.com,
7 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Nod and salute them with your Pusser's Painkiller cocktail. ocean-grill.com; 1050 Beachland Blvd., Vero Beach, FL 32963; 772-231-5409 Get Breakfast At The Lemon Tree This old-school café has been serving the community three meals a day since 1986.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
21 Jan. 2025
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Photo-Illustration: Wired Staff/Getty The night before president-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration, right-wing influencers celebrated with cocktails, dancing, and McDonald’s cheeseburgers passed around on platters.—
Makena Kelly,
WIRED,
20 Jan. 2025
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“Nappy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nappy. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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