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as in to cut
to make (something) shorter or smaller with the use of a cutting instrument
he always shaves most of his hair off when the weather starts getting warmer
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as in to brush
to pass lightly across or touch gently especially in passing
just shaved the concrete post as the car turned the corner
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Recent Examples of shave
Michael Teo Van Runkle, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
After quadrupling in price just days before, the stock has lost 31% of its value during a two-day decline, shaving about $1.9 billion from former President Donald Trump's stake in the business.
—Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 31 Oct. 2024
Adriana Lee, WWD, 24 Sep. 2024
Person-to-person transmission can occur after getting a shave in a barbershop that does not follow antiseptic procedures.2
How Barber's Itch Looks and Feels
Barber's itch usually affects the beard and mustache areas, including the cheeks, chin, and upper neck.
—Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 15 Aug. 2024
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Verb
This should make the engine more tractable throughout the rev range, and that’s not taking into consideration an optional race exhaust setup—for track use only, nudge nudge—that bumps those figures up to 126 horsepower and 73 lb-ft of torque, while shaving another 10 pounds.
—Michael Teo Van Runkle, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
After quadrupling in price just days before, the stock has lost 31% of its value during a two-day decline, shaving about $1.9 billion from former President Donald Trump's stake in the business.
—Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 31 Oct. 2024
Noun
Over the quarter, active clients of 2.5 million took a shave, showing a decline of 125,000, or 4.7 percent, with a decrease of 613,000, or 19.6 percent, year-over-year.
—Adriana Lee, WWD, 24 Sep. 2024
Person-to-person transmission can occur after getting a shave in a barbershop that does not follow antiseptic procedures.2
How Barber's Itch Looks and Feels
Barber's itch usually affects the beard and mustache areas, including the cheeks, chin, and upper neck.
—Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 15 Aug. 2024
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With the extra attacker out, Fabian Zetterlund scored a power-play goal with 26 seconds left in regulation time to cut the Rangers lead to 3-2, but the Sharks could not find the equalizer.Curtis Pashelka, The Mercury News, 14 Nov. 2024
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This isn’t the only gentleman-on-gentleman peck cut from the film.Bethy Squires, Vulture, 13 Nov. 2024
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Then brush the outside of the bird with oil or butter before seasoning as desired.Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 20 Nov. 2024
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Arrange the rings on the prepared pan and brush the top lightly with olive oil.Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 14 Nov. 2024
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This results in smoother skin that lasts longer compared to traditional shaving.Iman Balagam, Vogue, 17 Aug. 2024
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Mechanical damage: Repeated actions like shaving, tweezing, threading, or waxing can injure the skin, which in turn leads to dark spots or patches.Twiggy Jalloh, Vogue, 7 Oct. 2024
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Ingrown nails will be trimmed; calluses, corns, and loose skin will be removed; cracked heels or other problem areas will be soothed.Zoe Ruffner, Vogue, 22 Nov. 2024
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Notably, financial exposure grew to an overweight level not seen in at least 15 years, while these firms trimmed back on health care, consumer staples and real estate.Alex Harring, CNBC, 21 Nov. 2024
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Busch and his team would love to pose for more pictures kissing the bricks at IMS following Sunday’s race.Clifton Brown, Indianapolis Star, 17 July 2017
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The trainer turns and kisses one of the man-eaters on the nose.Holly Millea, Smithsonian, 29 June 2017
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Severson had been obsessed with Missy’s case, visiting her grave several times a week and adorning her bedroom walls with pictures and newspaper clippings about her friend.Emily Palmer, People.com, 3 Nov. 2024
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Oxygen or green material includes grass clippings, produce scraps, tea bags, and coffee grounds.Lauren David, Southern Living, 31 Oct. 2024
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American Airlines Flight 109 clipped the tip of a wing on a Frontier Airlines plane at Terminal E, airline officials reported.Natalie Neysa Alund, USA TODAY, 27 Nov. 2024
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Two planes operated by American Airlines and Frontier Airlines clipped wings at Logan International Airport in Boston Monday.Alexx Altman-Devilbiss, Baltimore Sun, 26 Nov. 2024
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The paring looked promising, as Nabers got off to a historic start, posting two 100-yard receiving games and scoring three touchdowns in his first four games.Charlotte Carroll, The Athletic, 25 Nov. 2024
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Guests enjoy an incredible exploration and paring of Cycladic foods and wines at CHES.Alessandra Amodio, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2024
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“Shave.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shave. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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