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as in kind
a number of persons or things that are grouped together because they have something in common
they are a very sports-minded couple, and most of their friends are of the same feather
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as in attire
dressy clothing
prom couples strutted into the ballroom in full feather
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as in spirit
a state of mind dominated by a particular emotion
you're in fine feather today
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as in to ribbon
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Recent Examples of feather
Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 1 June 2025
Mercury will also go head-to-head with Pluto retrograde on June 28, leaving you with no choice but to speak your truth and perhaps ruffle some feathers along the way.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 1 June 2025
Rachel Flynn, People.com, 6 May 2025
That this Heat team will almost certainly somehow still end up in the playoffs, technically, certainly would feather any argument against the NBA’s four-team play-in round.
—Greg Cote, Miami Herald, 20 Mar. 2025
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Noun
This fan is made up of 16 feathers: two long outer feathers with curve and twist, two filamentous central plumes, and twelve lace-like display feathers that shimmer in the light.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 1 June 2025
Mercury will also go head-to-head with Pluto retrograde on June 28, leaving you with no choice but to speak your truth and perhaps ruffle some feathers along the way.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 1 June 2025
Verb
Saldaña had another jaw-dropping Met Gala entrance in 2016 with her multicolor feathered Dolce & Gabbana gown.
—Rachel Flynn, People.com, 6 May 2025
That this Heat team will almost certainly somehow still end up in the playoffs, technically, certainly would feather any argument against the NBA’s four-team play-in round.
—Greg Cote, Miami Herald, 20 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for feather
Noun
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Weapons of any kind, including those legally permitted, should not be brought to events.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 June 2025
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The move marks the first time a major Hollywood studio has filed a copyright infringement lawsuit of this kind.—
Regina Cho,
VIBE.com,
11 June 2025
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Since Covid, some companies have relaxed their standards for office attire, but Kelly and London say that wearing suitable work clothing remains key to professional success.—
Sophie Caldwell,
CNBC,
6 June 2025
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Going on his eleventh year helming the ABC program, Muir, 51, opened up to PEOPLE about his life on and off camera — including his attire for news casts.—
Catherine Santino,
People.com,
2 June 2025
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Let this lunation guide you toward experiences that ignite your spirit!—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 June 2025
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For your weekend Going out Sunday Funday: Australian actor Felix Mallard loves to surf and chase breakfast burritos on his perfect Sunday Funday in L.A. Celebrate Pride: With Pride Month officially beginning today, here are 11 fantastic ways to celebrate your creative L.A. spirit.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2025
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Four full-sky surveys are planned over two years, as the telescope circles the globe from pole to pole 400 miles up.—
Marcia Dunn,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Mar. 2025
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Chase Elliott also featured prominently in the qualifying session, dominating the final practice by setting the fastest time and winning the first qualifying heat from pole to pole.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
2 Feb. 2025
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Here’s a peek at the new flavors and some of the ingredients that inspired them: Lemon curd & whey This light and citrusy flavor uses whey as a substitute for lemon juice to make lemon curd that ribbons throughout the ice cream base.—
oregonlive,
oregonlive,
24 May 2023
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Introduce the color in small doses: a throw on the couch, ribbon on a wreath, trim around a lampshade, or even gift wrap on the packages.—
Savanna Bous,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 Nov. 2022
Noun
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The rocker, known for her signature bleach-blonde 'do, frequently paired denim with an edgy T-shirt, bold stripes, patterns or sequins.—
Meredith Wilshere,
People.com,
1 June 2025
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Gingham France has a reputation for loving a classic stripe, but Sézalory reminded me of another neutral pattern to reach for during the summer—gingham.—
Kelsey Glennon,
Travel + Leisure,
31 May 2025
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So in my grandparents’ home, my maternal grandparents' home, there were incredible costume designs.—
Rachel Elspeth Gross,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Toby Jones, Stephen Frears, Christopher Hampton and costume designer Jany Temime have been unveiled as honorees of the SCAD Lacoste Film Festival in France’s Provence region later this month.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
9 June 2025
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The 71-footer is the first production yacht with Volvo Penta’s IPS hybrid-electric propulsion, which aims to reduce emissions by 40 percent via four navigation modes.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
10 June 2025
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All upgrade Roku modes will now support Bluetooth Headphone Mode for private listening, and even the entry-level Select model will join the more premium models in enjoying faster and more responsive menus.—
John Archer,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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“Feather.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/feather. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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