as in rolling
to form into a round compact mass
she wadded up the paper and threw it in the wastebasket took the paper off the straw and wadded it up
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Recent Examples of wadding
Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2021
The wadding that created those poofy numbers is made of sustainable wool, for example.
—Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 1 Feb. 2023
The kit comes with everything your astronaut friend needs, except for engines and recovery wadding.
—Matt Jancer, Wired, 17 Nov. 2021
However, even blanks can eject hot gases and paper or plastic wadding from the barrel that can be lethal at close range.
—Arkansas Online, 23 Oct. 2021
In Hexum’s case, for instance, the wadding used to hold the gunpowder in place shot out and the impact fractured his skull, sending bone fragments into his brain.
—Ananya Bhattacharya, Quartz, 22 Oct. 2021
Dummy bullets had been replaced with cardboard wadding, but a portion from one of the dummy bullets had broken off and remained in the gun.
—Melissa Mahtani, CNN, 25 Oct. 2021
Even blanks can eject hot gases and paper or plastic wadding from the barrel that can be lethal at close range.
—CBS News, 23 Oct. 2021
Noun
There was reportedly no wadding for the blanks.
—Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2021
The wadding that created those poofy numbers is made of sustainable wool, for example.
—Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 1 Feb. 2023
The kit comes with everything your astronaut friend needs, except for engines and recovery wadding.
—Matt Jancer, Wired, 17 Nov. 2021
However, even blanks can eject hot gases and paper or plastic wadding from the barrel that can be lethal at close range.
—Arkansas Online, 23 Oct. 2021
In Hexum’s case, for instance, the wadding used to hold the gunpowder in place shot out and the impact fractured his skull, sending bone fragments into his brain.
—Ananya Bhattacharya, Quartz, 22 Oct. 2021
Dummy bullets had been replaced with cardboard wadding, but a portion from one of the dummy bullets had broken off and remained in the gun.
—Melissa Mahtani, CNN, 25 Oct. 2021
Even blanks can eject hot gases and paper or plastic wadding from the barrel that can be lethal at close range.
—CBS News, 23 Oct. 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for wadding
Noun
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Continue the holiday theme with a refreshing peppermint filling, or enjoy one last taste of fall with a delectable cardamom-pumpkin pie. 2.Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Dec. 2024
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In addition to the three-tier wedding cake with a strawberry guava filling, a special birthday cake for the bride was brought out.Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
Verb
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The train just keeps rolling at Penn Station.Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 24 Dec. 2024
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Our previous reliance on just one camera — that also had actual film rolling inside of it — was the reason for 12-hour days.Diane Farr, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Utilize packing cubes to keep your outfits organized and wrinkle-free.Forbes Travel Guide, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
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Chewy, nutty, and chocolaty, these bars are made for snacking, packing, and partying anytime of year.Patricia S York, Southern Living, 26 Dec. 2024
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The issues with the retaining wall, also known as a toe wall, is the result of steel pilings being bent during installation, and the problem with the transportation corridor was caused by the incorrect type of soil being used as fill.Andrew Brown, Hartford Courant, 20 Dec. 2024
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The area features 12 separate spots to get your fill, and every local’s got their own ideas about which is best.Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 13 Dec. 2024
Noun
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The eye mask has a contoured design over the eyes, memory foam padding, and an adjustable strap to keep you comfortable.Staff Author, Travel + Leisure, 21 Dec. 2024
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This padding absorbs impact with every step, easing strain on muscles, tendons, and joints.Cory Smith, Outside Online, 20 Dec. 2024
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“Wadding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wadding. Accessed 6 Jan. 2025.
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