duds

plural of dud

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for duds
Noun
  • The challenge has always been to figure out how to personalize things without spending inordinate amounts of time and money mapping out every possible path a student might take.
    Ray Ravaglia, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2024
  • As a business owner, higher profit margins, all other things being equal, are more valuable.
    Bill Stone, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • If your liquid detergent does expire, use it for one of its many uses outside of keeping clothing clean, like mopping floors and tidying toys.
    Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 31 July 2025
  • Remove jewelry and tight clothing: Remove jewelry or tight clothing near the bite site.
    Brandi D. Addison, Austin American Statesman, 31 July 2025
Noun
  • Fans should take note of the weather in their respective cities before putting on their chic cowboy-core attire.
    Caché McClay, USA Today, 22 July 2025
  • The rest is all Aston Martin-quality craftsmanship, shaping the Vanquish into a taut, sleek form wrapped in formal attire.
    Alex Kalogiannis, ArsTechnica, 22 July 2025
Noun
  • And then all of the family stuff for me really hit.
    Tommy McArdle, People.com, 22 July 2025
  • That’s a lot of crazy stuff happening beneath the water.
    Sheryl De Vore, Chicago Tribune, 22 July 2025
Noun
  • Drummond is wanted for first-degree murder, kidnapping, four counts of a felon in possession of a firearm and one count of possession of a firearm furing the commission of a dangerous felony.
    Adam Sabes, FOXNews.com, 1 Aug. 2025
  • Late in the day, disputes about money or possessions could arise.
    Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 31 July 2025
Noun
  • From breezy linen pants and matching sets to flowy maxi skirts and classic summer dresses, there’s something here for every type of trip—and prices start at just $23.
    Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 22 July 2025
  • Lindsay Lohan opted for an ivory floral mini dress for a Freakier Friday press junket in L.A.
    Catherine Santino, People.com, 22 July 2025
Noun
  • The entire collection, which features a streetwear versus gear angle, was on display, along with the brand's new campaign film complete with the store's theater-style seating, at an event hosted at the retailer.
    Roxanne Robinson, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025
  • India buys most of its military gear from Russia and is one of Russia’s largest energy customers.
    Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 31 July 2025
Noun
  • Imported cars, pharmaceuticals, furniture and designer handbags and apparel could see price increases.
    Rebecca Morin, USA Today, 30 July 2025
  • He will be succeeded by Sam Lobban, currently serving as executive vice president and general merchandising manager for apparel and designer at Nordstrom.
    Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 30 July 2025
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“Duds.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/duds. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.

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