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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
Alyssa Brascia, People.com, 16 Oct. 2024
More than anything, she was shocked by just how comfy these sneaks were—there’s not only pillowy cushioning underfoot to absorb shock, but also thick padding all around the heel to keep your feet in place (and blister-free).
—Jennifer Heimlich, SELF, 4 Nov. 2024
On Instagram Stories, Beckinsale shared a video of herself removing the costume, which included padding underneath her shirt.
—Catherine Santino, People.com, 1 Nov. 2024
Designed for comfort during long listening sessions, the new headband has 50% more padding than previous Grado designs.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
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The plush foam padding in the footbed ensured comfort during long days spent running around town, and the sole fits even better overtime (like a good pair of jeans).
—Alyssa Brascia, People.com, 16 Oct. 2024
More than anything, she was shocked by just how comfy these sneaks were—there’s not only pillowy cushioning underfoot to absorb shock, but also thick padding all around the heel to keep your feet in place (and blister-free).
—Jennifer Heimlich, SELF, 4 Nov. 2024
On Instagram Stories, Beckinsale shared a video of herself removing the costume, which included padding underneath her shirt.
—Catherine Santino, People.com, 1 Nov. 2024
Designed for comfort during long listening sessions, the new headband has 50% more padding than previous Grado designs.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for padding
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For the filling: Melt remaining margarine in a saucepan, add 4 tablespoons flour and cook, stirring for 2 to 3 minutes.Cheryl V. Jackson, The Indianapolis Star, 20 Nov. 2024
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Refrigerate while preparing the filling. Cut the pumpkin in half lengthwise and discard the seeds.Amanda Hancock, The Courier-Journal, 20 Nov. 2024
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But once up on stage, her reasonable-sounding language was replaced by the consistent mispronunciation of Kamala Harris's first name and exaggerations of the scale of recent Stellantis (formerly Chrysler) layoffs at their factory in nearby Warren, Michigan.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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On the day of what is without exaggeration being called the most consequential election of our time, ignoring political news in favor of watching an antique cheese slicer being restored may seem frivolous.Robert Lloyd, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
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The jewelry collective uses 14kt gold fill that’s never inferior plated, alongside sterling silver, to make its assortment of offerings.Maya Gandara, StyleCaster, 31 Oct. 2024
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Ensure everyone gets their fill with these tips for securing the right size bird for your holiday gathering.Alma Avalle, Bon Appétit, 28 Oct. 2024
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Adapters are near the top of most international travel packing lists, right below your passport and above underwear and comfortable shoes.Catherine Garcia, theweek, 4 Nov. 2024
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First-time cruisers can make lots of rookie mistakes, from packing way too much stuff to timing their travel into the port city all wrong.Terri Peters, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2024
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Too much filler fattening up this episode, and too little meat on the bone.Erik Kain, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2024
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Dissolving fillers has been a hot topic in Hollywood as of late.Michelle Lee, People.com, 1 Nov. 2024
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Paris Reuters — The father of a French pupil whose account of the use of caricatures of the Prophet Mohammed in a class on free speech indirectly led to the teacher’s brutal murder went on trial on Monday accused of association with a terrorist network.Reuters, CNN, 4 Nov. 2024
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There are too many fans ogling rappers as racist, hypermasculine caricatures who don’t consider the anti-Blackness in demanding artists to live their raps at the expense of their life or freedom.Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 26 Oct. 2024
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Fabrics, like the velvet and embroidery in the entrance hall, bring intimacy and warmth that pairs well with the dark lacquered walnut that has a mirror effect.Nicolas Milon, Architectural Digest, 19 Nov. 2024
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Plus-size supermodel Ashley Graham made her Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show debut in a daring lace black bodysuit, matching lace robe and wings embellished with gold petal embroidery.Stephanie Giang-Paunon, Fox News, 16 Oct. 2024
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The act of coloring pulls your mind away from negative thoughts and into the present moment, says McKleroy.Noma Nazish, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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Despite its name, the recreational drug may not contain cocaine at all and gets its color from food coloring.Minyvonne Burke, NBC News, 23 Oct. 2024
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“Padding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/padding. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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