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as in flank
a place, space, or direction away from or beyond a central point or line
will everyone who wants to sign up for volleyball please stand off to this side of the gym?
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as in aspect
a certain way in which something appears or may be regarded
examined the problem from all sides
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as in faction
a group of people acting together within a larger group
our side won, and the club will have a holiday party after all
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as in to club
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as in to skin
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Recent Examples of side
PCMAG, 12 Nov. 2024
Using spoon, slip 1 1/2 tablespoons paste under breast skin on each side of turkey.
—Cathy Thomas, Orange County Register, 11 Nov. 2024
Chloe Castleberry, StyleCaster, 1 Oct. 2024
The plushness is a pro for side sleepers, too, because the cushioning contours to cradle their neck, hip, and shoulders.
—Claudia Fisher, SELF, 27 Sep. 2024
Jackson Thompson, Fox News, 29 Oct. 2024
State of play: Chief Justice Monica Márquez sided last December with the majority in a 4-3 opinion that blocked Trump from the ballot under the 14th Amendment's insurrection clause because of his actions on the day of the Jan. 6 Capitol riot.
—John Frank, Axios, 4 Nov. 2024
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Noun
The headband has similar, but lighter, padding under the center, with more rigid sections also covered in microfiber on the sides just above the earcup mounting points.
—PCMAG, 12 Nov. 2024
Using spoon, slip 1 1/2 tablespoons paste under breast skin on each side of turkey.
—Cathy Thomas, Orange County Register, 11 Nov. 2024
Adjective
In an era where the traditional 9-to-5 grind is increasingly clashing with the quest for personal fulfillment and flexibility, many are on the lookout for side opportunities that spark joy in the words of Marie Kondo.
—Chloe Castleberry, StyleCaster, 1 Oct. 2024
The plushness is a pro for side sleepers, too, because the cushioning contours to cradle their neck, hip, and shoulders.
—Claudia Fisher, SELF, 27 Sep. 2024
Verb
Former Democrat Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard appeared at the event too and sent a message to those who have sided in favor of trans inclusion in women's sports.
—Jackson Thompson, Fox News, 29 Oct. 2024
State of play: Chief Justice Monica Márquez sided last December with the majority in a 4-3 opinion that blocked Trump from the ballot under the 14th Amendment's insurrection clause because of his actions on the day of the Jan. 6 Capitol riot.
—John Frank, Axios, 4 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for side
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When Buck resigned, the conservative cited a flank of the Republican Party’s hardheaded politics and unwavering devotion to Trump — traits that made Boebert a name brand.Jesse Bedayn, Los Angeles Times, 6 Nov. 2024
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That result, now followed by Sandu’s victory, has been cheered by European leaders who are loathe to see Russia’s influence re-assert itself and spread on their eastern flank.Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2024
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Levine would be fired for season 2 and later producers would tweak that ratio — naturally preferring the Superman aspects — but also going to cartoonish lengths to prolong its eponymous romance.Joshua Rivera, Vulture, 13 Nov. 2024
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The findings in this study show some evidence that biocultural reproduction–both biological and cultural aspects that influence evolution–and not brain growth alone are behind our long childhoods.Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 13 Nov. 2024
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In groups that employ compartmentalization and cell structures, factions with independent interests and agendas can emerge.Sarah E. Parkinson, Foreign Affairs, 11 Nov. 2024
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Lebanon’s economic collapse is so severe that the country’s political factions—which, apart from Hezbollah, have not fought for decades—lack the guns and ammunition to sustain a serious conflict.Robert F. Worth, The Atlantic, 31 Oct. 2024
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This kind of lateral mobility can foster cross-functional skills, which helps reduce turnover.Nancy Adams, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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Collecting 30 per level will commence a boss battle game — something very new that gives Mario Party the feeling of purpose, the classic gamification of busywork to make progress in an otherwise lateral game.Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 17 Oct. 2024
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Instead, these soon-to-be-newlyweds ride in limos and go clubbing with their respective pod squads before both parties unite into one big mixer — at which point Fernanda and Gerardo begin complaining about each other to anyone who’ll listen.Laura Bradley, Vulture, 15 Aug. 2024
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Noel yells at them to leave, starting a row that ends with Noel clubbing his younger brother on the head with a cricket bat.Matthew Ismael Ruiz, Vulture, 29 Aug. 2024
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The Catholic League is threatening François with skinning his brother, the cardinal, and burning him alive if François doesn’t marry Margot.Alice Burton, Vulture, 23 Aug. 2024
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But even the most experienced hikers have slipped, stumbled, and skinned a knee while trekking.Jen Ator, Travel + Leisure, 13 Oct. 2024
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The seams are covered on the top and bottom, so there’s no irritation.Lisa Jhung, Outside Online, 15 Nov. 2024
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Lower corporate taxes, and big new tariffs Cutting corporate tax rates is also at the top of Trump’s agenda.Tribune News Service, Twin Cities, 15 Nov. 2024
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With a popular-vote victory in hand, returning to Washington having previously served as president, and not under the sort of dubious investigation that dogged him in 2017, Trump ought to be better able to navigate the existing structures of our Constitution.The Editors, National Review, 22 Nov. 2024
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Serving its intended purpose, the camera was a swift carry, both light as a feather and portable—a perfect fit for one hand for easy point and shoots.Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Nov. 2024
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“Side.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/side. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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