beelines

Definition of beelinesnext
present tense third-person singular of beeline

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for beelines
Verb
  • This sets off a chain of events for the family for generations.
    Jessica Moore, USA Today, 18 Mar. 2026
  • Attractive green foliage sets off other plants in summer, and in fall, the plant displays a lovely yellow-gold color.
    Lynn McAlpine, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • The convergence of Iowa State fans to Power & Light or the sea of blue that overtakes downtown this week or the plethora of NBA general managers in the front rows offered enough of a reminder that Kansas City didn’t need.
    Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 13 Mar. 2026
  • Paranoia overtakes several players who vie for protection.
    Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 3 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • But Blackwell agreed with attorneys for the plaintiffs who argued that the issue isn't moot, because the government still doesn't have a formal plan requiring access that sets out who decides the conditions under which clergy are admitted.
    CBS News, CBS News, 20 Mar. 2026
  • But Blackwell agreed with attorneys for the plaintiffs who argued that the issue isn’t moot, because the government still doesn’t have a formal plan requiring access that sets out who decides the conditions under which clergy are admitted.
    Steve Karnowski, Twin Cities, 20 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Instead, Carryboy puts the wet bathroom directly across the aisle and has the kitchen block extend out into the rear of the side entryway.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 30 Mar. 2026
  • Understanding the options — from headers to fabric types — puts you in a stronger position to make choices that truly serve your space and your daily life.
    Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 30 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Pat McGrath Labs, once valued at over $1 billion, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in early 2026, underscoring how even culturally beloved brands can hit financial limits when momentum outruns sustainable business execution.
    Essence, Essence, 3 Mar. 2026
  • The result is a fractured information ecosystem where virality matters more than truth, speed outruns verification and public understanding is shaped less by facts than by whoever captures attention first.
    Editorial, Boston Herald, 1 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • Riteish Vilasrao Deshmukh directs and stars in the titular role.
    Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 31 Mar. 2026
  • Spotify, for one, has acknowledged the problem and directs significant resources toward detecting and mitigating artificial streaming activity to protect artists and ensure a fair distribution of royalties.
    Kyle Eustice, VIBE.com, 30 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Still, vendors on e-commerce sites told CNN that demand for OpenClaw installation far outstrips orders for its removal.
    CNN Money, CNN Money, 29 Mar. 2026
  • Diaz-Perry is the third bout announced for the first MMA show for Paul's burgeoning promotional company, which is showcasing combat sports icons whose fame far outstrips the current crop of relatively anonymous UFC champions.
    ABC News, ABC News, 16 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • August 23 – September 22 Persistent focus turns small tasks into big wins.
    Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 2 Apr. 2026
  • By the afternoon, most of North Texas turns quieter, with highs in the upper 70s to low 80s.
    Michael Autovino, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
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“Beelines.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beelines. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.

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