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as in dent
a sunken area forming a separate space
the previous occupant's furniture had left some fairly noticeable indentations in the carpet
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Recent Examples of indentation
After creating a three-dimensional scan of the area, researchers then compared the indentations to various animals’ teeth marks.
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Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 23 Apr. 2025
However, the number isn’t the only thing that’s significant, as the symmetry of these tiny indentations keeps balls moving in smooth patterns and prevents wobbling.
—Bestreviews, The Mercury News, 13 Mar. 2025
While the ice had since been removed, images taken the following day, which Clark shared with Newsweek, showed the indentation in the ground where the block had landed.
—Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 Apr. 2025
Using your fingertips, press indentations in dough, pressing through to bottom of pan and jiggling your fingers gently to set indentations.
—Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Apr. 2025
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Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 23 Apr. 2025
However, the number isn’t the only thing that’s significant, as the symmetry of these tiny indentations keeps balls moving in smooth patterns and prevents wobbling.
—Bestreviews, The Mercury News, 13 Mar. 2025
While the ice had since been removed, images taken the following day, which Clark shared with Newsweek, showed the indentation in the ground where the block had landed.
—Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 Apr. 2025
Using your fingertips, press indentations in dough, pressing through to bottom of pan and jiggling your fingers gently to set indentations.
—Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for indentation
Noun
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In Haiti’s case, neither a recent U.S. designation of the armed groups as terrorist organizations nor a multinational force led by Kenya has made a dent in the gangs’ ability to sow chaos.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
31 May 2025
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Thus, minimum payments don’t make a dent in your loan’s principal.—
Christine Benz,
Los Angeles Times,
31 May 2025
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The core materials were then mixed with oats and water and pressed into molds with bubble-like indents and rough line patterns.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
4 Apr. 2025
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The Honda sustained damage to its front passenger side, and the Outback had an indent to its front driver-side bumper.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
27 Mar. 2025
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For decades, conservationists successfully plugged that hole by arguing in court that the ESA’s prohibition of harm to individual species includes destroying a species’ habitat.—
Emma Marris,
The Atlantic,
25 May 2025
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Other cavity nesters such as woodpeckers will make holes in trees, and those can also be adopted by tree swallows, flickers, kestrels and chickadees.—
Ernie Cowan,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 May 2025
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Last but not least of the 'Magnificent Seven' to report earnings On Wednesday, after the market closes, chip giant Nvidia is due to report results for the company's first three months of its fiscal year.—
Medora Lee,
USA Today,
28 May 2025
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Goldman Sachs, in a 2024 report, estimated that companies would invest $1 trillion in AI infrastructure — including data centers, chips and the power grid — in the coming years.—
Ryan Faughnder,
Los Angeles Times,
28 May 2025
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For small cavities, your dentist may recommend using fluoride or other products.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
31 May 2025
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Some studies suggest that launching from tree cavities or branches at specific angles further optimizes its glide performance.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
Noun
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In the video circulated by TMZ, Lovato wore a strapless bridal gown with a dramatic thigh slit while the groom was decked out in a black tuxedo.—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
25 May 2025
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The high slit allows for the perfect amount of airflow, and the linen fabric blend also has cooling properties that won’t trap heat.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
23 May 2025
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An elevated deck with vineyard views is set up for alfresco dining and lounging by the fire pit.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
3 June 2025
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The family pool is on the fourth floor of the hotel and offers daybeds, private shaded cabanas, a hot tub, fire pits and food and drink for sale at the pool area’s bar and grill.—
Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2025
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The Golden State Valkyries finally found their groove.—
Nathan Canilao,
Mercury News,
24 May 2025
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The item has a surface decorated with transverse grooves.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
22 May 2025
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“Indentation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indentation. Accessed 7 Jun. 2025.
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