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as in snouts
the part of the face bearing the nostrils and nasal cavity
with that nose, the baby sure looks like his father
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as in messes
to interest oneself in what is not one's concern
a neighbor who likes to nose around in everyone else's business
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as in drags
to move slowly
the line to get tickets is just nosing, so we are going to be here for a while
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Noun
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These three tips offer just a peek into the hot intelligence habits of high achievers; habits that, when diligently adopted, can improve personal wellness and increase professional success.—
Dinorah Nieves,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024 -
Implement these tips to build resilience, reduce stress, and secure a debt-free future.—
True Tamplin,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
Verb
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The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) recommends getting dogs used to the new sounds, smells, and interruptions that come with a newborn in the months before, and associating these things with treats and rewards.—
Rachael O'Connor,
Newsweek,
23 Dec. 2024
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The product lathers beautifully and smells divine.—
Laia Farran Graves,
Forbes,
22 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Elsewhere, Morgan interferes when Elliot admits to not being invited to his classmate’s party.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
21 Jan. 2025
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Channel your energy into knowledge, education and updating your skills, and make your intentions crystal clear to anyone who interferes.—
Eugenia Last,
The Mercury News,
4 Oct. 2024
Verb
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The series pokes fun at musical tropes and also has hilarious songs of its own.—
Keith Langston,
People.com,
23 Mar. 2025
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During anagen, the hair follicle will produce a new shaft–the part of the follicle that pokes above the skin.—
RJ Mackenzie,
Popular Science,
20 Mar. 2025
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“Noses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/noses. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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