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as in bed
a place set aside for sleeping
I went back to my pad to get some rest
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as in roof
the place where one lives
welcome to my pad
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as in to exaggerate
to add to the interest of by including made-up details
the journalist was fired for padding certain stories to make them more interesting
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as in to walk
to go on foot
a cat padded silently by
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Wendy Wisner, Health, 1 Nov. 2024
The ranch currently features a 1,800-square-foot main pad with two bedrooms, equestrian facilities, tropical fruit orchards, and a helipad.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 28 Oct. 2024
Jordana Comiter, People.com, 4 Nov. 2024
After that, Republicans will look to pad their potential majority with Senate wins in presidential battlegrounds, such as Arizona, Nevada, Michigan, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin.
—Jonathan Easley, The Hill, 1 Nov. 2024
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Noun
When you are first getting used to your menstrual cup, wearing a light pad to collect any blood that may leak can be helpful.
—Wendy Wisner, Health, 1 Nov. 2024
The ranch currently features a 1,800-square-foot main pad with two bedrooms, equestrian facilities, tropical fruit orchards, and a helipad.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 28 Oct. 2024
Verb
Passive noise canceling uses the physical design of headphones, such as ear padding or tight-fitting earbuds, to block external sound by creating a seal around the ears.
—Jordana Comiter, People.com, 4 Nov. 2024
After that, Republicans will look to pad their potential majority with Senate wins in presidential battlegrounds, such as Arizona, Nevada, Michigan, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin.
—Jonathan Easley, The Hill, 1 Nov. 2024
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The result is a promotional twofer that’s appeared on a range of products including coffee mugs, key chains, rulers and notebooks.Adam Tschorn, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2024
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In March of that year, Thompson publicized email communications between MF DOOM and Egon, demanding the notebooks be returned.DeMicia Inman, VIBE.com, 1 Nov. 2024
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Loading your audio article The Deebo Samuel sideline scuffle has been put to bed.Jerry McDonald, The Mercury News, 11 Nov. 2024
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Bucks like to bed on a ridge or bench, watching for does and scent-checking scrapes below.Michael Hanback, Outdoor Life, 7 Nov. 2024
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Developing a plan for regular savings, including both short-term and long-term goals, can create a solid buffer against unexpected expenses. 4.Melissa Houston, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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That offers more of a buffer from the single-family homes on the other side of the alley.Thomas Gounley, The Denver Post, 4 Nov. 2024
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Cue also said his father was hit when their roof collapsed.Toria Sheffield, People.com, 4 Nov. 2024
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Despite the sunny and relatively warm conditions, the roof will be closed for all three shows, Lucas Oil Stadium officials said.Holly V. Hays, The Indianapolis Star, 3 Nov. 2024
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OnX gathers that data and builds layers of graphics that show exactly where app users should avoid and displays it on a phone or tablet on the onX Backcountry, onX Offroad, and onX Hunt apps.Kristin Shaw, Popular Science, 14 Nov. 2024
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Not only does the tablet come with a highly protective case, but also ad-free content.Gabriela Vatu, PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
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Instead, the two friends sit on the couch with beer and uncertain futures as the episode ends.Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 7 Nov. 2024
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Uber Eats: Voters who can’t leave the couch while watching the results roll in on Tuesday night deserve a deal, too.Sabrina Weiss, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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Prioritize Emergency Savings: Having a cushion of liquid cash is critical to avoid relying on credit or loans when unexpected expenses come up.Melissa Houston, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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More decorations, including nods to wildlife, beer, and area distilleries, can be seen around the place, outfitted with wooden booths that have cushions with a red snakeskin look.Amanda Hancock, The Courier-Journal, 2 Nov. 2024
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Democratic presidential nominee, U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris delivers remarks before departing the vice president’s residence on October 23, 2024 in Washington, DC.Dan Mangan, CNBC, 23 Oct. 2024
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There are also additional income-and-property tax exemptions, plus appraisal inflation protections for homestead residences of people in this age range.Ashley Cusick, Southern Living, 23 Oct. 2024
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“Pad.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pad. Accessed 20 Nov. 2024.
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