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as in kinds
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 spirits
a state of mind dominated by a particular emotion
you're in fine feather today
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Recent Examples of feathers
Blue Carreon, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
There is also a large selection of vases and urns, highlighting unique textures made from placing horsehair or feathers on hot pottery to leave their mark.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 10 Sep. 2025
Reese, who is in her second WNBA season, ruffled a lot of feathers with those comments.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Sep. 2025
The move ruffled the feathers of a number of leaders across Latin America, who still grapple with the complicated legacy and violent fallout of past American intervention in the region.
—Megan Janetsky, Fortune, 5 Sep. 2025
The men’s and women’s campaign stars Andreea Diaconu and Mathieu Simoneau who are photographed in statement outerwear, feathers and other bold expressions, and was shot by Charlotte Wales.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 4 Sep. 2025
Here, the pièce de résistance is a stunning statement necklace, complete with a diamond bird, a strand of cabochon turquoise, gold and diamond feathers, and a cabochon turquoise drop.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 2 Sep. 2025
Junior paired the outfit with tan shoes and a long gold necklace that resembled feathers.
—Raven Brunner, People.com, 31 Aug. 2025
The males ruffle their tail feathers and two-step into the hearts of females in an effort to get some action.
—Joe Salas
august 30, New Atlas, 30 Aug. 2025
Verb
In fact, one dress was covered entirely in feathers in shades of lilac, lavender and periwinkle.
—Blue Carreon, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
There is also a large selection of vases and urns, highlighting unique textures made from placing horsehair or feathers on hot pottery to leave their mark.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 10 Sep. 2025
Reese, who is in her second WNBA season, ruffled a lot of feathers with those comments.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Sep. 2025
The move ruffled the feathers of a number of leaders across Latin America, who still grapple with the complicated legacy and violent fallout of past American intervention in the region.
—Megan Janetsky, Fortune, 5 Sep. 2025
The men’s and women’s campaign stars Andreea Diaconu and Mathieu Simoneau who are photographed in statement outerwear, feathers and other bold expressions, and was shot by Charlotte Wales.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 4 Sep. 2025
Here, the pièce de résistance is a stunning statement necklace, complete with a diamond bird, a strand of cabochon turquoise, gold and diamond feathers, and a cabochon turquoise drop.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 2 Sep. 2025
Junior paired the outfit with tan shoes and a long gold necklace that resembled feathers.
—Raven Brunner, People.com, 31 Aug. 2025
The males ruffle their tail feathers and two-step into the hearts of females in an effort to get some action.
—Joe Salas
august 30, New Atlas, 30 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for feathers
Noun
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Additionally, although consumers have been the primary drivers of this recent uptick in DeFi TVL, institutions of all kinds need to have absolute confidence that transactions, payments, and confirmations can occur as seamlessly as occur using current payment rails and options.—
Sean Stein Smith,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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What was once dismissed as a chatbot kicked off an AI boom of epic proportions and—as billions have flowed into AI startups of all kinds—OpenAI has become the most valuable startup ever, less than a month ago hitting a $500 billion valuation.—
Allie Garfinkle,
Fortune,
12 Sep. 2025
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The category is projected to be worth roughly $8–10 billion USD in 2025, with a steady 5% annual growth rate through 2033, driven by rising demand in Asia and a global appetite for premium spirits, according to Data Insights Market.—
Gina Pace,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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The film has Lorraine Warren, using her psychic visions, uncovering that the spirits in the house are masking the demonic presence — one that’s tied to the mirror at the beginning of the film that is also seen in the series’ first film.—
Kevin Dolak,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Sep. 2025
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Not only are they made with moisture-wicking fabric, but the mesh stripes on the side are intentionally placed to improve the shorts’ airflow.—
Jasmine Gomez,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Sep. 2025
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Black-and-white stripes of all orientations and sizes packed a subtle preppy punch; giant sun hats were paired (expectedly) with breezy dresses and (unexpectedly) with sweater vests, ties and trousers; and bright pops of red infused the collection with intentional excitement.—
Anika Reed,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Honda offers a Drive Mode system with Normal, Sport, and Individual modes.—
Michael Harley,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Even as tutor modes are refined and improved, students have to actively select that mode and, for now, also have to play along, deftly providing context and guiding the chatbot away from worthless, low-level questions or sycophancy.—
Brian W. Stone,
The Conversation,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Excellence is like a magnet that pulls great leaders to their futures.—
Chip Bell,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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Via visual gags, a cast of gifted comic actors and a script that pulls both from ’80s and ’90s TV movies and screen classics like Suddenly, Last Summer and The Children’s Hour, Maddie’s Secret straddles the line between comedy and melodrama, creating a wholly unique cinematic experience.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
13 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Many ingredients, including most of the ají peppers and various types of corn, were imported directly from Peru, Vega said.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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The square neckline and flowy silhouette have the ability to flatter different body types, while the lightweight sweater knit delivers a cozy feel.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
14 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The mode is one of willing commendation, trading on the imperative, hortative and jussive moods, the latter two of which have long disappeared from the English tongue.—
Elaine L. Wang
September 11,
Literary Hub,
11 Sep. 2025
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Introducing Anthony, a pit bull terrier who mixes his moods in a perfectly puppy-like way.—
TJ Macias,
Kansas City Star,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Ralph’s Club, the fragrance from Ralph Lauren, got its own physical iteration of sorts Saturday.—
James Manso,
Footwear News,
14 Sep. 2025
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The top three countries on the list suggest that hospital systems of all sorts have the capacity to implement new technologies that improve patient outcomes.—
Katherine Fung,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Feathers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/feathers. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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