riddling

present participle of riddle

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for riddling
Verb
  • The thermal conductivity of the lunar surface acts as a blanket and stops some of the sun’s heat from penetrating into the ground.
    Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 6 Mar. 2025
  • Every lifestyle guru worth watching has some uniquely irrepressible quality, from the Martha-like obsessiveness with which Gwyneth approaches wellness to Oprah’s talent for penetrating conversation.
    Judy Berman, TIME, 4 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Justin previously debuted a nostril piercing almost a decade ago with an Instagram selfie in 2016, according to outlets Cosmopolitan and Refinery29.
    Michelle Lee, People.com, 31 Mar. 2025
  • There was something stark and piercing in me that was much closer to clarity than to muddle, but calling it a muddle took less effort.
    Yiyun Li, The New Yorker, 23 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • The group in the other vehicle surround Martinez between the two vehicles, with two people repeatedly punching her while a third person pulls her legs, taking her to the ground.
    Nathan Solis, Los Angeles Times, 20 Dec. 2024
  • According to Hallman, Forrest-Stitt responded by allegedly assaulting him, punching him in the chest, hitting his mouth, and causing injuries, including a busted lip and a painful bicep injury.
    Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • On Wednesday, March 19, the couple filmed an Instagram Reel poking fun at their recent red carpet interview with Extra at the grand re-opening of Planet Hollywood in NYC on Tuesday, March 11.
    Charna Flam, People.com, 20 Mar. 2025
  • Generally, a plant whose roots are poking out will be completely root-bound.
    Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Mar. 2025
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“Riddling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/riddling. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.

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