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Recent Examples of nib
That includes the Nibby Toffee, complete with nutty Zorzal Comunitario and Dominican Republic cocoa nibs for that extra crunch; Orange Walnut Toffee, which lets candied California orange shine; and a fun Black Sesame Toffee Brittle for a thin, crispy finale.
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Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 24 Jan. 2026
These crispy vanilla cookies are topped with a fluffy dark chocolate mousse, covered in a layer of rich, Belgian dark chocolate, and finished with a sprinkle of crunchy, roasted cocoa nibs.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 21 Jan. 2026
The scrape of the nib on the page—tactile, rhythmic—induces a meditative state in which, one hopes, the words will flow.
—The Atlantic, 19 Nov. 2025
In addition, writing with them required great concentration to avoid splattering ink or tearing the paper with the sharp metal nib.
—New Atlas, 29 Oct. 2025
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Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 24 Jan. 2026
These crispy vanilla cookies are topped with a fluffy dark chocolate mousse, covered in a layer of rich, Belgian dark chocolate, and finished with a sprinkle of crunchy, roasted cocoa nibs.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 21 Jan. 2026
The scrape of the nib on the page—tactile, rhythmic—induces a meditative state in which, one hopes, the words will flow.
—The Atlantic, 19 Nov. 2025
In addition, writing with them required great concentration to avoid splattering ink or tearing the paper with the sharp metal nib.
—New Atlas, 29 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nib
Noun
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Before the doors opened, youth lion dancers moved through the space in a traditional blessing ceremony, weaving between guests and collecting dollar bills offered through the lions’ mouths as onlookers cheered.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
31 May 2026
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Through narrow, treacherous tunnels, some waterlogged and cold enough for wetsuits, others so tight oxygen was scarce, the men navigated 260 meters (approximately 850 feet), from the chamber they’d been trapped in to the cave’s mouth, a distance equivalent to the height of a 78-story building.—
Kocha Olarn,
CNN Money,
31 May 2026
Noun
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Ask about their child-friendly Rome tours, or their local tips on the best places for aperitivo (that have a playground nearby).—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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In the middle, a Cartman in the role of a Midtown tax adviser dispenses accounting tips and tricks, culled from a YouTube account run by a real-life New York CPA.—
Theo Belci,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
Noun
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While the researchers found the strongest magnetic signal in the pigeons' livers, such immune cells have also been spotted in other areas including the beak and spleen.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
28 May 2026
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One is a compass-like mechanism, whereby the Earth exerts a pull on magnetic particles in a bird’s upper beak that relays directional information via a large nerve in the cranium.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
28 May 2026
Noun
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Photographs at either end offer a palpable glimpse into the building's former life.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 2026
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My own book details the consequential events at a place called Fort Monroe in Virginia that led directly to Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation and the end of American slavery.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 June 2026
Noun
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When the town select board made the decision to euthanize, Millis Animal Control Officer Erin Mallette told them her recommendation was for a statute of six corrective measures such as a muzzle and restraints.—
Mike Sullivan,
CBS News,
1 May 2026
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No law enforcement officer, judge, the evidence will show, in his right mind, would bargain with someone who has their hand on the trigger and the muzzle in your face.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
23 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Every braking point, apex and throttle input from his previous best was overlaid on his track view.—
Brendan Keegan,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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This year is not the first time lukewarm waters have lured the apex predators to the region.—
Laylan Connelly,
Oc Register,
30 May 2026
Noun
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That same year, DNA analysis revealed that a tooth recovered from a mandible at one of the relevant archaeological sites was that of Captain James Fitzjames of the HMS Erebus.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
8 May 2026
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By March, crews found the mandible of an adult man, followed within days by the ribs of a young adult.—
Lucas Robinson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 Apr. 2026
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Several minutes later, Cummins was hit in the nose by the ball and had to leave the game.—
Bobby Narang,
Chicago Tribune,
30 May 2026
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The fallout will likely produce enough hostility to sour next summer, and the timing could hardly be more on the nose.—
Eddie Brown,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 May 2026
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“Nib.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nib. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.
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