as in predators
a person who habitually preys upon others
characterized the financial advisors as kites who took advantage of their customers
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Recent Examples of kites
Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 May 2026
The fort's expansive lawn is tailor-made for picnicking and flying kites.
—Dave Parfitt, USA Today, 9 May 2026
Choi estimated that around six of their first kites failed.
—Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 3 May 2026
Participants should bring their own kites, the site said.
—Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026
Families can build sand castles, fly kites, or climb to the top of the dunes for a stunning sunset show, while thrill-seekers can go sand-boarding or hang gliding (permits from and/or registration with the park office are required).
—Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2026
Claus likes to put out six live baits on the surface, flying two fishing kites with three lines each, along with some flat-line baits.
—Steve Waters, Miami Herald, 10 Apr. 2026
In those early years, kids would go fly kites in the nearby park.
—Elliot Mann, Twin Cities, 4 Apr. 2026
Here are some of the people who attended the festival and their kites.
—Pete Kiehart, Washington Post, 28 Mar. 2026
Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 3 May 2026
Noun
Volunteers will be on hand to demonstrate how to make and fly kites.
—Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 May 2026
The fort's expansive lawn is tailor-made for picnicking and flying kites.
—Dave Parfitt, USA Today, 9 May 2026
Choi estimated that around six of their first kites failed.
—Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 3 May 2026
Participants should bring their own kites, the site said.
—Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026
Families can build sand castles, fly kites, or climb to the top of the dunes for a stunning sunset show, while thrill-seekers can go sand-boarding or hang gliding (permits from and/or registration with the park office are required).
—Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2026
Claus likes to put out six live baits on the surface, flying two fishing kites with three lines each, along with some flat-line baits.
—Steve Waters, Miami Herald, 10 Apr. 2026
In those early years, kids would go fly kites in the nearby park.
—Elliot Mann, Twin Cities, 4 Apr. 2026
Here are some of the people who attended the festival and their kites.
—Pete Kiehart, Washington Post, 28 Mar. 2026
Verb
For example, kites need to be designed symmetrically to successfully catch the wind, which is often blowing horizontally, Choi said, adding that sometimes people don’t attach a kite’s tail properly, not realizing the tail helps the kite orient itself.
—Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 3 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for kites
Noun
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Because of their large size, adult Burmese pythons don't have many predators, with humans being the exception.—
Morgan Rynor,
CBS News,
19 May 2026
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Outdoors, organisms, such as predators and fungi regulate populations.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
19 May 2026
Noun
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However, when stars have a binary partner, white dwarfs can spring back to life like cosmic vampires by stripping material off these companion stars.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
12 May 2026
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Pajak’s Sam must drive home the lesson that the real vampires are those creatures who try to steal your true soul — your individuality.—
Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2026
Noun
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The itinerary includes diving and snorkeling in some of the country’s most biodiverse reefs, with frequent sightings of manta rays, reef sharks and dolphins, as well as swimming alongside whale sharks in Saleh Bay.—
Rebecca Ann Hughes,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
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More than 100 million sharks are killed a year due to overfishing, water pollution, climate change and loss of habitat, according to the video.—
Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
20 May 2026
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While riding the property, Rip spots vultures circling overhead and goes to investigate, only to discover Wes' remains.—
Samantha Stutsman,
PEOPLE,
15 May 2026
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In that campaign, he was joined by Aron Ralston, the mountaineer who had to amputate part of his right arm to survive a climbing accident, and others who were bitten by rattlesnakes and hunted by hungry vultures.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
12 May 2026
Verb
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This will be a physical game, as Houston sports one of the best defenses in the NFL.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 May 2026
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Joey King sports an adorable pink Miu Miu purse for the Miu Miu Select event in New York City on May 12.—
People Staff,
PEOPLE,
14 May 2026
Verb
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Traditionally in the spring, Cleo Parker Robinson Dance (CPRD) dances a concert based on its legacy.—
Libby Smith,
CBS News,
8 May 2026
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The food dances seamlessly between Asian flavors, pulling inspiration from Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, and more, and local ingredients from the Gulf South.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
9 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Consumer spending was surprisingly resilient through 2025 and has been into 2026 so far even as inflation leaps.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
18 May 2026
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Comedian, writer, and actor John Early’s directorial debut starring himself as Maddie, a plucky dishwasher who leaps to viral superstardom at a trendy food content creation company.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
15 May 2026
Verb
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Sister typically bounds around on their walks, but Bowen said the tiny dog kept sitting still on the road.—
Rachel Royster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
27 Apr. 2026
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As Sac State bounds into the 2026 season as a first-time member of the FBS in the Mid-American Conference, Carter said his squad will not lack in effort.—
Joe Davidson,
Sacbee.com,
27 Apr. 2026
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“Kites.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kites. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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