Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for defenestrated
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Chanhassen quarterback Nathan Ramler threw for 165 yards but was sacked by Kristian Cercioglu on fourth down inside the Cadets’ 30-yard line late in the third.—
Mike Cook,
Twin Cities,
20 Sep. 2025 -
He was sacked four times, and took a beating throughout the game.—
Mark Kern,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 Sep. 2025
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But many of these events also show cancellation notices online or have been removed altogether.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
20 Sep. 2025
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In these, the cup opens when pressure is applied to the lip and reseals once pressure is removed.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
19 Sep. 2025
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Neil’s stroke recovery also axed the Crüe from playing the Ozzy Osbourne/Black Sabbath Back to the Beginning farewell concert, which took place July 5 in Birmingham, England, two weeks before Osbourne passed away at the age of 76.—
Gary Graff,
Billboard,
18 Sep. 2025
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Amazon has laid off more than 27,000 employees since 2022, and axed some of its more unprofitable initiatives.—
Annie Palmer,
CNBC,
17 Sep. 2025
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Local shelters might also accept donations of fresh and canned foods, particularly during the holiday season.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 Sep. 2025
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But before they’re canned, jarred, or tinned, anchovies—a term that encompasses more than 140 species of fish—swim the ocean in large schools.—
Bon Appétit,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
10 Sep. 2025
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Hernandez has since retired from gymnastics, published two books, gone back to school, ventured into acting, and earned a Sports Emmy as a commentator at the 2024 Summer Olympics.—
Allison DeGrushe,
Entertainment Weekly,
20 Sep. 2025
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At 67, DeGeneres has enjoyed adapting to a slower pace of life, but she isn’t retired, the source close to her told CNN.—
Rob Picheta,
CNN Money,
20 Sep. 2025
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Once a loyal court magician supporting the crown prince from behind the scenes, Alec Ygret is cast aside and exiled for only knowing support magic.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
18 Sep. 2025
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The Cultural Revolution then saw universities closed or radically repurposed, graduate training halted, and many scientists exiled to the countryside for farmwork.—
Scott Montgomery,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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The houseguests then voted between the two comp losers, and when Julie announced the results, Will was evicted by a vote of 3-2 and became the season’s second jury member.—
Nick Caruso,
TVLine,
11 Sep. 2025
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Following the eviction of Mickey Lee, who became the eighth housemate evicted from the house, the remaining houseguests would all at least make it to Jury House.—
Armando Tinoco,
Deadline,
9 Sep. 2025
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Federal agencies ultimately terminated 25,406 probationary employees in less than a month.—
Robert Alexander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Sep. 2025
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Riggsbee worked at the sheriff’s office for just eight months before McFadden terminated her last November.—
Ryan Oehrli,
Charlotte Observer,
15 Sep. 2025
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“Defenestrated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/defenestrated. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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