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as in sweat
a state of nervous or irritated concern
he worked himself into a lather waiting for the results of the test
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as in to lick
to strike repeatedly
the farmer lathered the recalcitrant mule
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Recent Examples of lather
Kayla Greaves, Essence, 23 June 2025
That’s saying nothing of the luscious lather that the Marseille-style soap builds up (and its herbaceous-resinous aroma).
—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 13 June 2025
Anelise Chen
june 3, Literary Hub, 3 June 2025
Sulfates in shampoo produce lather and cut down on the time and effort to cleanse the hair and scalp.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 23 May 2025
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Noun
The formula provides a gorgeous lather and gives my hair and scalp a thorough cleanse without leaving my strands feeling stripped.
—Kayla Greaves, Essence, 23 June 2025
That’s saying nothing of the luscious lather that the Marseille-style soap builds up (and its herbaceous-resinous aroma).
—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 13 June 2025
Verb
Look at those nimble, sturdy hands, foaming and lathering!
—Anelise Chen
june 3, Literary Hub, 3 June 2025
Sulfates in shampoo produce lather and cut down on the time and effort to cleanse the hair and scalp.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 23 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lather
Noun
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Flat white: Similar to a cappuccino but with more coffee and no foam.—
PubSubHub User,
New York Daily News,
24 July 2025
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In a video shared on Instagram on July 8, Hayward was captured swimming in a cloud of foam in the ocean near Cape Town, South Africa.—
Gabrielle Rockson,
People.com,
23 July 2025
Noun
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Remember it with every drop of sweat, every rep, every cramped calf and every aching stride.—
Mike Bianchi,
The Orlando Sentinel,
19 July 2025
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Between the wear-everywhere look of jeans and the cloudlike comfort of sweats, these pants are the ultimate warm-weather travel companion—and honestly, a year-round staple.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
18 July 2025
Verb
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The Boston Celtics are still licking their wounds following the heartbreaking end to the 2024-25 NBA season.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 July 2025
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And Lil Wayne agrees by licking my face, which is part of the job description for companion dogs.—
Marla Jo Fisher,
Oc Register,
9 July 2025
Noun
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Getty Images To date, the post has amassed more than 900 comments from TikTok viewers, many of them poking fun at the golden retriever mother's annoyed expression and shallow huffs.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 June 2025
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The chute opens, and rambunctious No. 2 bursts out with an impatient huff.—
Phillip Valys,
Sun Sentinel,
15 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The face of the franchise lashed at a breaking ball in the fifth, pulling a hit onto open grass to double the lead.—
Mitch Bannon,
New York Times,
26 July 2025
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Following that news, NFL fans have lashed out at the team.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 July 2025
Noun
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The rescuer swims through surf to pick up the victim out in the ocean, with two lifeguards on the beach pulling the duo to shore.—
Laylan Connelly,
Oc Register,
19 July 2025
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Stay here and enjoy the ample things to do in this Southern California city, like taking a surf lesson and watching a film at the historic Aero Theatre.—
Jessie Beck,
AFAR Media,
17 July 2025
Noun
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So what’s all the fuss about a 51 year old when there are much older spirits about?—
Mark Littler,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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More than 17,500 fans came out on a balmy 107-degree day in the desert to see what all the fuss was about.—
David Aldridge,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
Verb
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The designer was lucky enough to snag some handwoven jacquard with gold thread from a Venetian palazzo, whipping it into a one-of-a-kind lampshade skirt.—
Ari Stark,
Footwear News,
15 July 2025
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Shake briefly to whip, then empty contents into a curved Hurricane glass and garnish with an orange slice and a cherry.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
11 July 2025
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“Lather.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lather. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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