1
as in suppressing
to refrain from openly showing or uttering
pocketed my anger and just let the insult pass
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2
as in stealing
to take (something) without right and with an intent to keep
she casually pocketed the note from his desk to read later
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as in accepting
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
pocketed his wife's messy habits
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Recent Examples of pocketing
Since then, Littler became the youngest ever player to complete a nine-dart finish, the shortest route from 501 to zero, and achieved the same feat again this week on his way to pocketing the PDC World Championship prize of £500,000 plus a trophy.
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Caroline Frost, Deadline, 4 Jan. 2025
Despite concerns about PBMs pocketing rebates and having outsized control of the process of drug pricing, it’s not guaranteed that drugmakers and pharmacies would pass savings onto consumers.
—Austin Denean, Baltimore Sun, 12 Dec. 2024
With that change, the design team also extended the tapering in the inner frame to improve flexibility upon ball impact to improve pocketing performance by 6%.
—Tim Newcomb, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
But the crooks are pocketing thousands of dollars while the target is still stuck with the timeshare.
—Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 23 Nov. 2024
The Commanders were elated at their unbelievably good fortune, pocketing an unforgettable win in a big-stage game that may have huge ramifications in the NFC playoff picture two months from now.
—Dan Wiederer, Chicago Tribune, 28 Oct. 2024
Hospitals can then charge insurers a higher price, pocketing the difference.
—Sally Pipes, Forbes, 7 Oct. 2024
And that starts with not pocketing more of their money for ourselves.
—Michael Slaten, Orange County Register, 4 Oct. 2024
After the onset of COVID-19, in 2020, the industry began to flourish, pocketing $16 billion in profits that year.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 3 Oct. 2024
Caroline Frost, Deadline, 4 Jan. 2025
Despite concerns about PBMs pocketing rebates and having outsized control of the process of drug pricing, it’s not guaranteed that drugmakers and pharmacies would pass savings onto consumers.
—Austin Denean, Baltimore Sun, 12 Dec. 2024
With that change, the design team also extended the tapering in the inner frame to improve flexibility upon ball impact to improve pocketing performance by 6%.
—Tim Newcomb, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
But the crooks are pocketing thousands of dollars while the target is still stuck with the timeshare.
—Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 23 Nov. 2024
The Commanders were elated at their unbelievably good fortune, pocketing an unforgettable win in a big-stage game that may have huge ramifications in the NFC playoff picture two months from now.
—Dan Wiederer, Chicago Tribune, 28 Oct. 2024
Hospitals can then charge insurers a higher price, pocketing the difference.
—Sally Pipes, Forbes, 7 Oct. 2024
And that starts with not pocketing more of their money for ourselves.
—Michael Slaten, Orange County Register, 4 Oct. 2024
After the onset of COVID-19, in 2020, the industry began to flourish, pocketing $16 billion in profits that year.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 3 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pocketing
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Ice protects fish eggs by suppressing winds and waves that can stir up the sediment, reducing the number of fish that hatch in the spring.Caitlin Looby, Journal Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
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His approach promises a more collaborative regulatory framework, fostering innovation rather than suppressing it.Leeor Shimron, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Patient demand increases should inspire us to rethink traditional staffing models and apply a balanced approach to accepting change in healthcare delivery.Corey Scurlock, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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And yet, despite accepting the reality of the injury and what lies ahead of him, Moe Wagner searched for the good in the situation while keeping a smile on his face Monday.Jason Beede, Orlando Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
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Kids older than one year can be given honey to help neutralize the damage, but swallowing a button battery is a life-threatening emergency for which parents should immediately seek medical care.Ryan Murphy, The Indianapolis Star, 24 Dec. 2024
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Similarly, applying a wellness patch is painless in comparison to swallowing a handful of pills.Emily Burns, WWD, 23 Dec. 2024
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Take a look through the list, then pick your potion—and be sure to consult with your physician before swiping anything onto your delicate lash line.Jenny Berg, Allure, 24 Dec. 2024
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Using it is as simple as placing a few drops on a cotton round and swiping it across your face.Kiana Murden, Vogue, 19 Dec. 2024
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However, a lack of autonomy growing up can strongly trigger the need for independence and reinforce negative attitudes about how future relationships may continue to be stifling.Mark Travers, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
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The core of their legal challenge revolves around claims that the charter agreement breaches antitrust laws by stifling competition.Dan Perry, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
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Thank you for tolerating a strange British idiot.Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
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Instead of being about a bunch of observers helplessly tolerating their peculiar friend, the sketch became an absurd illustration of the way groupthink manifests.Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 15 Dec. 2024
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Gunfire ensued when Ratliff came out of the vault with a sack containing money.Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 24 Dec. 2024
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American fans have the opportunity to purchase seven different CD variants, all containing collectible items such as photocards, posters, stickers and trading cards.Thania Garcia, Variety, 23 Dec. 2024
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Chris O'Neill builds and scales enduring companies.Chris O'Neill, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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Beyond any surface-level familiarity, this process can create meaningful and enduring relationships that can open doors, provide mentorship and help build exponential growth in careers and finances.Sanjay Sehgal, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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“Pocketing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pocketing. Accessed 17 Jan. 2025.
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