jockey

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Recent Examples of jockey The playoffs are fast approaching as teams jockey for positioning in the standings. Gordon G. Chang, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Apr. 2025 This considerable absence could have given the Bulls a golden opportunity to jockey for a top spot in the play-in tournament. Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 8 Apr. 2025 After winning their 20th road game of the season, the Bulls are on track to host their first play-in tournament game — and could even jockey with the rest of their Eastern Conference play-in competitors for higher seeding in the postseason. Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 6 Apr. 2025 At the start of every administration, doctors jockey for the role, hoping to steer an agency that regulates 20 cents of every dollar spent in the United States. Nicholas Florko, The Atlantic, 6 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for jockey
Recent Examples of Synonyms for jockey
Verb
  • These fabrics are engineered for thermal regulation, flexibility, and lightweight strength—perfect for transitional and colder months.
    Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 18 Apr. 2025
  • Engineers have spent more than a century attempting to engineer automatic transmissions that are smoother, faster, more efficient, and more convenient than a manual transmission.
    Michael Harley, Forbes.com, 18 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • For years, the New England Patriots have struggled to field a competent offense.
    Zak Keefer, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2025
  • The announcement on the TV caused a loud emotional outburst from all in attendance as Harvey fielded Denver media calls on the patio of the rental house.
    Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Vick had a career-high 540 yards rushing in 1988 and played only four NFL seasons.
    Jim Reineking, USA Today, 22 Apr. 2025
  • The talented corner had a chance to build his draft stock even more in 2024, but unfortunately, Revel only played in three games due to an injury.
    Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Self Offense helps people identify subtle cues (e.g., saying ‘maybe’ or avoiding eye contact) and empowers them to treat those cues as legitimate expressions of self.
    William Jones, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2025
  • The fabric is fade-resistant and treated to resist mildew, and the seat cushion can be removed for easy cleaning.
    Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 26 Apr. 2025

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“Jockey.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jockey. Accessed 3 May. 2025.

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