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as in exaggeration
the representation of something in terms that go beyond the facts
that feature writer is sometimes guilty of padding, since his stories often contain colorful details that can't be verified
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as in exaggerating
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 walking
to go on foot
a cat padded silently by
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Recent Examples of padding
Kyle Newman, The Denver Post, 15 Nov. 2024
The padding is all machine washable and easy to remove, plus the overall seat is durable and sturdy.
—Ashleigh Morley, Parents, 29 Nov. 2024
The coat has a fuzzy lining and cotton padding inside for extra warmth, plus a detachable hood and drawstring hem at the waist to help keep the cold out.
—Kaitlin Gates, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Nov. 2024
This pair from Apple comes in multiple colors, has comfortable padding, and spatial audio for theater-like surround sound.
—Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 28 Nov. 2024
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Stat padding: The Buffs have occasionally gotten greedy airing it out late in games this season when milking the clock should be a priority.
—Kyle Newman, The Denver Post, 15 Nov. 2024
The padding is all machine washable and easy to remove, plus the overall seat is durable and sturdy.
—Ashleigh Morley, Parents, 29 Nov. 2024
The coat has a fuzzy lining and cotton padding inside for extra warmth, plus a detachable hood and drawstring hem at the waist to help keep the cold out.
—Kaitlin Gates, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Nov. 2024
This pair from Apple comes in multiple colors, has comfortable padding, and spatial audio for theater-like surround sound.
—Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 28 Nov. 2024
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Chocolate or Nutella babka is a favorite at the holidays, but these breads can also be made with jams, nuts, and spiced fillings.Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 15 Dec. 2024
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Mangione’s other meal choices in prison so far have included tacos or bean wrap filling, barbecue chicken or brown rice with vegetables, chicken tetrazzini, a hamburger, porcupine meatball, and mashed potatoes, per TMZ.Escher Walcott, People.com, 14 Dec. 2024
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On the opposite end of the spectrum, most Republicans, 71 percent, view those statements as exaggerations.Filip Timotija, The Hill, 12 Dec. 2024
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Drake’s stardom is, seemingly in Lamar’s eyes, hollow, built on a foundation of falsehoods, or at least exaggerations, and done without principles.Hanif Abdurraqib, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
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Prep for chilly winter weather with the Organic Pillow, featuring warm yet moisture-wicking wool in the fill.Abbey Stone, SELF, 1 Dec. 2024
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To counter this, brighten your face with a soft fill light, even during the day, to avoid looking gloomy.Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 29 Nov. 2024
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Think about it: The holiday season involves packing bags, bedazzling your tree with baubles, and kneading dough for sugar cookies.Stacia Datskovska, WWD, 11 Dec. 2024
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Tissue or Packing Paper Both tissue and packing paper are common household items that can be repurposed and, in this case, used as wrapping paper.Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Dec. 2024
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The chunk of this episode that focused on Meredith’s Bat Mitzvah sincerely was far too long and felt like filler, even with Mary’s comedic late appearance.Sarah Hagi, Vulture, 5 Dec. 2024
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Making the decision to get chin filler Prepping for filler The injection process Post-injection guidelines Overall thoughts What is chin filler? Skin Check An insider’s guide to all things skin care.Sarah Kinonen, Allure, 25 Nov. 2024
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There’s a thinning line between that and caricature.SPIN Team, SPIN, 28 Nov. 2024
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Some interpreted the painting as a Jewish caricature, and condemned or praised it accordingly, which did nothing to stop Asher from paying Sargent to give his family the same treatment.Jackson Arn, The New Yorker, 21 Nov. 2024
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The embroidery alone took 38 hours, the legs, which took 20 hours to hand carve, feature golden bronze heels at the feet and, of course, red soles.Rima Suqi, Forbes, 24 Nov. 2024
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The black sheer bodice and the delicate white long skirt were covered with black and white floral embroidery and embellishments, including white petals on the right shoulder.Ada Tseng, WWD, 20 Nov. 2024
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Or, use food coloring and water to dye the paper in a tie-dye pattern.Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Dec. 2024
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Lawmakers, advocates call for ban Red No. 3 is a color additive made from petroleum that gives foods and drinks a distinctive bright-red coloring.Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 10 Dec. 2024
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“Padding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/padding. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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