as in faces
the front part of the head
hey, I could do without seeing your ugly pan for a few days
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as in criticizes
to express one's unfavorable opinion of the worth or quality of
virtually all the movie critics have panned this latest sequel in a tired series
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Recent Examples of pans
Emily Johnson, Bon Appetit Magazine, 15 Sep. 2025
Vintage nonstick pots and pans were typically made with toxic materials that could be more hazardous if the cookware item is scratched or nicked.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 14 Sep. 2025
Out come a pair of muffin pans, platters, an immersion blender, a mixer, utensils, an egg white cooker, spices and other ingredients.
—Peter Larsen, Oc Register, 12 Sep. 2025
The camera pans toward her to reveal a transparent glass shower enclosure located not in the bathroom, but prominently in the middle of the hotel room.
—Soo Kim, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Sep. 2025
Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until golden brown, rotating pans about halfway through.
—Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Sep. 2025
The pots and pans have a non-stick ceramic coating for healthier cooking and easy cleanup.
—Nora Colomer
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Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
Not to be outdone, a 1961 Dutch version has its Elizabeth arrive in mud up to her waist, then shamelessly pans her body in a close-up, from ankles to bosom.
—Literary Hub, 4 Sep. 2025
The clip also pans to an image of Jesus on a target.
—Chad De Guzman, Time, 28 Aug. 2025
The camera then pans to Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department officers Amy Younge and Joshua Keith, who tell Adams to explain what's happening.
—Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 14 Aug. 2025
Then, the camera pans through a table tennis tournament.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 13 Aug. 2025
In the clip, Kelly pans the camera to her 2-year-old son and Ozzy, who is listening to his iPad.
—Marina Watts, People.com, 4 Aug. 2025
Noun
Read below to learn how to clean stainless steel pans.
—Emily Johnson, Bon Appetit Magazine, 15 Sep. 2025
Vintage nonstick pots and pans were typically made with toxic materials that could be more hazardous if the cookware item is scratched or nicked.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 14 Sep. 2025
Out come a pair of muffin pans, platters, an immersion blender, a mixer, utensils, an egg white cooker, spices and other ingredients.
—Peter Larsen, Oc Register, 12 Sep. 2025
The camera pans toward her to reveal a transparent glass shower enclosure located not in the bathroom, but prominently in the middle of the hotel room.
—Soo Kim, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Sep. 2025
Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until golden brown, rotating pans about halfway through.
—Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Sep. 2025
The pots and pans have a non-stick ceramic coating for healthier cooking and easy cleanup.
—Nora Colomer
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Verb
The camera then pans to show the house opposite—where another golden is sitting in the exact same spot in its own yard, staring right back at Copper, but neither crossing the threshold on to the street.
—Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
Not to be outdone, a 1961 Dutch version has its Elizabeth arrive in mud up to her waist, then shamelessly pans her body in a close-up, from ankles to bosom.
—Literary Hub, 4 Sep. 2025
The clip also pans to an image of Jesus on a target.
—Chad De Guzman, Time, 28 Aug. 2025
The camera then pans to Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department officers Amy Younge and Joshua Keith, who tell Adams to explain what's happening.
—Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 14 Aug. 2025
Then, the camera pans through a table tennis tournament.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 13 Aug. 2025
In the clip, Kelly pans the camera to her 2-year-old son and Ozzy, who is listening to his iPad.
—Marina Watts, People.com, 4 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pans
Noun
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City have brought in 10 new faces since January and let eight senior players leave, many of whom were integral parts of their four-title-in-a-row stretch from 2020-21 to 2023-24.—
Dan Sheldon,
New York Times,
21 Sep. 2025
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With the new legislation, California becomes the first state ban the enforcement agents from covering their faces, with exceptions for undercover agents and medical masks.—
Mandy Taheri,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Former Vice President Kamala Harris criticizes President Biden's decision to run for re-election.—
NBC news,
NBC news,
14 Sep. 2025
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If your boss criticizes your work, do not argue or retreat.—
Benjamin Laker,
Forbes.com,
25 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Cindy also faults her decision to bring Stephenie with her on the reward.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
13 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The trouble started with the SAVE Plan The Education Department largely blames these delays in debt cancellation on the Biden administration and the federal courts.—
Cory Turner,
NPR,
19 Sep. 2025
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But more often than not Harris blames somebody else for campaign difficulties.—
Francesca Chambers,
USA Today,
19 Sep. 2025
Verb
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In the video posted on the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Public Records Unit YouTube channel, Flores can be seen lifting his head up after an officer knocks on the driver's door window of his stationary vehicle.—
Alex Nitzberg,
FOXNews.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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However, this week’s knocks to Lukas Nmecha and Joel Piroe expedited his full debut.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
15 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The American Federation of Musicians strongly condemns the decision to take Jimmy Kimmel Live!—
Becca Longmire,
PEOPLE,
18 Sep. 2025
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The American Federation of Musicians strongly condemns the decision to take Jimmy Kimmel Live off the air.—
Jack Dunn,
Variety,
18 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Qatar denounces ‘cowardly’ Israeli strike targeting Hamas leaders Israel launched an aerial strike against senior Hamas leaders in Doha on Tuesday, in its first direct attack on Qatari soil, marking a significant escalation in regional tensions.—
Jeronimo Gonzalez,
semafor.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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For instance, ProPublica cited his tax experience as exceptionally limited, pointing out that his only qualification centers around being a Certified Tax & Business Advisor, which ProPublica denounces as a dubious and frivolous designation.—
Nathan Goldman,
Forbes.com,
11 Aug. 2025
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“Pans.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pans. Accessed 22 Sep. 2025.
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