1
as in informants
a person who provides information about another's wrongdoing
the drug mule refused to turn rat without a guarantee of immunity
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2
as in lovers
someone who regularly spends time in a particular place
on Friday night the mall rats were out in full force
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3
as in dogs
a person whose behavior is offensive to others
no one can understand what she finds appealing in a rat like him
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as in leaks
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rats
Interjection
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Highlights include a costume parade (for kids and parents), a Purim story and boo Haman and songs.—
Linda McIntosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Mar. 2024 -
Volunteer yourself to help with X, Y and Z accommodations if that lightens the family’s workload, without saying boo about the couple’s choices.—
Carolyn Hax,
Washington Post,
18 Jan. 2024
Noun
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The team is rounded out by Fredricks, the youngest member who provides comic relief while maintaining a positive team spirit, and Constable Sushil, a seasoned officer with an extensive network of informants.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
12 Mar. 2025
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One of her best informants was her daughter with partner Danny Fujikawa, who, like many six year olds in 2025, is showing an interest in beauty products.—
Brennan Kilbane,
Allure,
11 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Daily specials like Sunday Brunch and Wine Wednesday can help narrow your options, and breakfast lovers will appreciate The Mad Greek’s popular all-day breakfast menu.—
Lillian Parker,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Apr. 2025
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While speaking to Elle UK for a feature released on Wednesday, Corrin shared details about an episode of the dystopian Netflix series in which the two play lovers.—
Mathew Rodriguez,
Them.,
10 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Viewing conditions are best in the Northern Hemisphere, though Southern denizens may also have a chance at spotting a handful.—
Michael d'Estries,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Mar. 2025
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The denizens of the village who worked at the mill also utilized their own form of currency, coins known as doogaloos, in local shops, allowing the community to be self-sufficient in many ways.—
Moná Thomas,
People.com,
13 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts warns that courts' independence is under threat from violence.—
Taylor Wilson,
USA TODAY,
2 Jan. 2025
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What the first responder law says The law, Senate Bill 184, says that individuals must stand at least 25 feet from a first responder who verbally warns them to back off while the responder is working.—
Howard Cohen,
Orlando Sentinel,
1 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The sustainable accommodations offer guests a private experience in the onsite glamping tents, eco-luxe cabins, treehouses, and modern tiny homes, all designed with earth-friendly principles in mind.—
Kelsey Glennon,
Southern Living,
19 Mar. 2025
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Other Amazon shoppers are taking note, too, because the dress has an impressive 6,000 perfect ratings and 1,200 five-star reviews, with teachers and wedding guests alike sharing how comfy and flattering the dress is to wear to almost any occasion.—
Carly Totten,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 Mar. 2025
Verb
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That philosophy informs every technology decision, from AI investments to platform upgrades.—
Peter High,
Forbes.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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And when someone from that organization informs him that no one has printed out the petition he’s supposed to present to the governor in mere hours, he’s just pissed.—
Brenna Ehrlich,
Rolling Stone,
29 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The patrons of White Lotus deal with mating and urge and blind animal rage just as much as our furry cousins but with considerably less dignity.—
Joe Joyce,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
14 Mar. 2025
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In the 19th century, Beethoven was among the notable patrons and today, Kameel remains a magnet for Vienna’s cultural elite—and those eager to rub shoulders with them.—
Katharina Kotrba,
Forbes,
14 Mar. 2025
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“Rats.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rats. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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