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as in dents
a sunken area forming a separate space
the previous occupant's furniture had left some fairly noticeable indentations in the carpet
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Recent Examples of indentations
Like the experimental teeth, the ones from Neanderthal archaeological sites had the same overlapping small fractures, shallow indentations, and shallow scratches.
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ArsTechnica,
2 June 2026
Overnight, indentations in the tarmac had been filled with sand, to ease the passing of the royal carriages.
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Sam Knight,
New Yorker,
14 May 2026
Make four small indentations in vegetable mixture.
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Maddy Bendgen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Apr. 2026
When the band sits too high, the shoulder straps bear excess weight, often leading to deep indentations or tension.
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Malana Vantyler
march 20,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 Mar. 2026
Even the faintest scratches and indentations become legible.
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Ryan Brennan,
Kansas City Star,
9 Mar. 2026
Taking new measurements, the researchers saw that as fluid gushed between cells, creating indentations in their cell membranes, bubbles mostly bulged into weaker cells.
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Clare Watson,
Quanta Magazine,
27 Feb. 2026
Ahead, see their professional guidance on removing these indentations and pointers to help prevent them from forming in the first place.
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Caroline Lubinsky,
Martha Stewart,
19 Feb. 2026
The indentations in the squishy mud harkened to a creature that had webbed toes and distinct claws.
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Sophie Hartley,
IndyStar,
11 Feb. 2026
ArsTechnica,
2 June 2026
Overnight, indentations in the tarmac had been filled with sand, to ease the passing of the royal carriages.
—
Sam Knight,
New Yorker,
14 May 2026
Make four small indentations in vegetable mixture.
—
Maddy Bendgen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Apr. 2026
When the band sits too high, the shoulder straps bear excess weight, often leading to deep indentations or tension.
—
Malana Vantyler
march 20,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 Mar. 2026
Even the faintest scratches and indentations become legible.
—
Ryan Brennan,
Kansas City Star,
9 Mar. 2026
Taking new measurements, the researchers saw that as fluid gushed between cells, creating indentations in their cell membranes, bubbles mostly bulged into weaker cells.
—
Clare Watson,
Quanta Magazine,
27 Feb. 2026
Ahead, see their professional guidance on removing these indentations and pointers to help prevent them from forming in the first place.
—
Caroline Lubinsky,
Martha Stewart,
19 Feb. 2026
The indentations in the squishy mud harkened to a creature that had webbed toes and distinct claws.
—
Sophie Hartley,
IndyStar,
11 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for indentations
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Additionally, even the most reliable cars get dents and dings, and all vehicles need routine maintenance over time.
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Even stainless steel pans can sometimes get big dents or other damage.
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If desired, add wood chunks or foil packets of wood chips for light smoke flavor.
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This means that Amazon is designing the chips that go into its devices.
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The Chileans drilled holes allowing workers to insert a camera and pinpoint his location.
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Plus, Hannah Vanbiber uncovers why World Cup players are cutting holes in their socks.
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There’s nothing more annoying than unsightly indents in your carpet that are suddenly exposed.
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Three years after his departure, the indents of Bob Myers’ fingerprints remain on the Warriors organization due to the compounding mistakes of Dunleavy’s tenure.
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Other signals worth flagging to a dentist include bleeding or tender gums during brushing or flossing, frequent canker sores, an unusually dry mouth and a rising rate of new cavities despite consistent hygiene.
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Other signs worth flagging to a dentist include bleeding or tender gums during routine brushing or flossing, frequent canker sores, unusually dry mouth and a rising rate of new cavities despite consistent hygiene.
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One level higher, the hot tub and heated pool buzz with young 30- and 40-somethings and families gather around the nearby fire pits to roast complimentary s’mores.
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The high-end camping company offers Airstream suites, polished cabins, fire pits, design-forward amenities and access to iconic outdoor destinations.
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In furrows of pain, The good now germinates.
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Young olive trees have smooth, gray bark, while the bark develops interesting furrows as the plant ages.
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“Indentations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indentations. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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