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as in terms
a fixed period of time during which a person holds a job or position
signed up for a three-year stint in the army
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as in restrictions
the act or practice of keeping something (as an activity) within certain boundaries
his parents have always supported him without stint, no matter what interests he has chosen to pursue
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Recent Examples of stints
Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Harvey's dad is former NBA player Donnell Harvey, whose career included stints with the Dallas Mavericks and Denver Nuggets, among other teams, per ESPN.
—Jordana Comiter, PEOPLE, 30 May 2026
Sweeney’s early career included collegiate stops as video coordinator for the University of Northern Iowa, director of basketball operations at the University of Evansville and assistant coaching stints at Anoka-Ramsey Community College and the Academy of Art University.
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 May 2026
Brown had most recently been at The Information, and before that served a long stints as a senior editor at The Wall Street Journal, overseeing investigations, finance, climate, markets and global coverage.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 28 May 2026
Thomas's stints with the Knicks as both president of basketball operations and later head coach were filled with missteps .
—Alex Sherman, CNBC, 28 May 2026
For better or worse, these short stints on the show and dramatic exits have made O'Donnell one of the most unpredictable hosts in The View's history.
—Chris Snellgrove, Entertainment Weekly, 28 May 2026
The Ohio alum had rookie stints with the Detroit Lions and Seattle Seahawks last summer before heading to Mint Street.
—Mike Kaye
may 25, Charlotte Observer, 25 May 2026
Following his playing career, Hara became the Yomiuri Giants’ manager and managed his nephew in two separate stints (2014-15 and 2019-23).
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 23 May 2026
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According to Baseball Reference, the 34-year-old has more than a decade of major league experience including stints with the Pittsburgh Pirates, Chicago Cubs, New York Mets and Nationals.
—Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Harvey's dad is former NBA player Donnell Harvey, whose career included stints with the Dallas Mavericks and Denver Nuggets, among other teams, per ESPN.
—Jordana Comiter, PEOPLE, 30 May 2026
Sweeney’s early career included collegiate stops as video coordinator for the University of Northern Iowa, director of basketball operations at the University of Evansville and assistant coaching stints at Anoka-Ramsey Community College and the Academy of Art University.
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 May 2026
Brown had most recently been at The Information, and before that served a long stints as a senior editor at The Wall Street Journal, overseeing investigations, finance, climate, markets and global coverage.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 28 May 2026
Thomas's stints with the Knicks as both president of basketball operations and later head coach were filled with missteps .
—Alex Sherman, CNBC, 28 May 2026
For better or worse, these short stints on the show and dramatic exits have made O'Donnell one of the most unpredictable hosts in The View's history.
—Chris Snellgrove, Entertainment Weekly, 28 May 2026
The Ohio alum had rookie stints with the Detroit Lions and Seattle Seahawks last summer before heading to Mint Street.
—Mike Kaye
may 25, Charlotte Observer, 25 May 2026
Following his playing career, Hara became the Yomiuri Giants’ manager and managed his nephew in two separate stints (2014-15 and 2019-23).
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 23 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stints
Noun
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The argument is that increasing fear among Ukrainian citizens will in turn put more pressure on Zelensky’s government to end the war on the Kremlin’s terms.—
Lauren Kent,
CNN Money,
4 June 2026
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The statement did not indicate whether Hezbollah had agreed to the terms.—
Chantal Da Silva,
NBC news,
4 June 2026
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The rankings were made based on several factors, from laws related to bathroom access to restrictions on drag performances to state leadership scores and shield laws.—
Finch Walker,
USA Today,
2 June 2026
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While Chicago has long regulated street vending through permits and restrictions, vendors and advocates say the recent enforcement appears more coordinated and punitive than in the past.—
Laura Rodríguez Presa,
Chicago Tribune,
2 June 2026
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The 700 Sky retains the same sporty spirit, of course, with a sleek, lightweight hull and a beastly powertrain ensuring exhilarating performance.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
3 June 2026
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The aircraft retains the fighting capability of the Gripen E variant and can also be used for training.—
Abhishek Bhardwaj,
Interesting Engineering,
3 June 2026
Verb
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Everlane never skimps on quality, and this 100 percent cotton, perfectly relaxed Boyfriend Shirt is proof.—
Annie Blackman,
InStyle,
20 Feb. 2026
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Money often dried up once investors secured or completed their projects, while officials prioritized short-term achievements during their limited tenures.—
Reagan Yip,
CNN Money,
3 June 2026
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Adelman made his biggest impression on the NBA during his tenures with Portland and Sacramento.—
Zach Harper,
New York Times,
2 June 2026
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To work around these limitations, epidemiologists in the field have turned to broader-spectrum diagnostic kits and alternative rapid assays, though shortages of testing supplies and the logistical difficulties of operating in remote outbreak regions continue to hamper response efforts.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
29 May 2026
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Remedies range from re-testing to limitations on the license to suspension or more, depending on the driver’s competency.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Denver Post,
29 May 2026
Verb
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If the search for a large outdoor planter exhausts you—just get a terra-cotta planter.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
6 Apr. 2026
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As the oil blockade quickly exhausts Cuba’s supply of fuel, triggering a series of lengthy, island-wide blackouts, many here are exhausted and are becoming increasingly vocal about their desire for fundamental changes in Cuba.—
Kate Linthicum,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Mar. 2026
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All riads come with 24/7 access to a personal butler, who can coordinate dinner reservations and arrange tours of the nearby Medina.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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If there are older fans looking to relive tours of the past, Arirang is not the tour for that.—
Nicole Fell,
HollywoodReporter,
25 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Stints.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stints. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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