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Recent Examples of pin
Julia Teti, Footwear News, 15 May 2026
For her final day of engagements in the area, Middleton wore a cream pleated Jenny Packham skirt, Blazé Milano pin-stripe blazer and belt, as well as Alicia flats in taupe and black courtesy of designer Camilla Elphick.
—Stefania Saltalamacchia, Vanity Fair, 15 May 2026
Jim Barnes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Apr. 2026
There are several features that can pin a kitchen to a specific date or design fad; some are easier to get rid of or replace than others.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 26 Apr. 2026
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Noun
Atop her knit ivory shirt, Middleton wore a Blazé Milano pin-stripe blazer, featuring tones of ivory and beige with accents of brown on the buttons to complement the neutral skirt.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 15 May 2026
For her final day of engagements in the area, Middleton wore a cream pleated Jenny Packham skirt, Blazé Milano pin-stripe blazer and belt, as well as Alicia flats in taupe and black courtesy of designer Camilla Elphick.
—Stefania Saltalamacchia, Vanity Fair, 15 May 2026
Verb
Lawrence can simply pin his ears back, get off the ball with a jetpack on and rush without losing momentum.
—Jim Barnes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Apr. 2026
There are several features that can pin a kitchen to a specific date or design fad; some are easier to get rid of or replace than others.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 26 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pin
Noun
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Early in the second quarter, the Sun were dealt major blow when Nelson-Ododa went down with an apparent lower right leg injury, briefly leaving rookie Raegan Beers — with three fouls — as the team’s only available center.—
Emily Adams,
Hartford Courant,
14 May 2026
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The English Football League has charged Southampton with spying on their opponents two days before the first leg of the Championship play-off semi-final on Tuesday.—
Harriet Marsden,
TheWeek,
14 May 2026
Verb
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The Cubs weren’t able to tack on any more runs in the sixth, but Happ added an insurance run in the eighth with his 10th home run of the year.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
15 May 2026
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Ocean spot freight rates increased by double digits this week as ocean carriers tack on more emergency fuel surcharges and begin setting up peak season surcharges, even as China intensifies regulatory scrutiny over carriers’ freight rate transparency and filing practices.—
Glenn Taylor,
Footwear News,
15 May 2026
Verb
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The lead up to this anniversary has happened alongside this looming, all-pervading sense that a revolution — both political and moral — is mounting.—
Payton Turkeltaub,
Variety,
13 May 2026
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When financial challenges mounted, Pagliassotto turned to SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union for support.—
Conor McGill,
CBS News,
13 May 2026
Verb
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All of the fight scenes and high-speed chases will keep you hooked.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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Guys hooking drives into the next county.—
Zach Dean OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
14 May 2026
Verb
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Meanwhile at Gucci’s coed show, Demna offered up painted on black trousers, slung low on the hips with unbuttoned shirts.—
Diana Tsui,
Footwear News,
14 May 2026
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Three gaffers rush by with heavy coils of electric cord slung over their shoulders.—
Jade Chang,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2026
Verb
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Warm summer nights are made for backyard dinners and poolside hangs — not swatting flies away from your burger every five seconds.—
Jeaneen Russell,
PEOPLE,
20 May 2026
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Here, over a dozen or so hammocks hang from palm trees, swaying just over the water, close enough to dip your toes.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 May 2026
Verb
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In March, in the early stages of the Iran war, the transport ministry had met with both MSC and Maersk regarding their shipping operations, with reports indicating the branch was concerned over the stability of trade after the carriers suspended service to the Middle East.—
Glenn Taylor,
Footwear News,
15 May 2026
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In March, Uthmeier called on the NFL to suspend the rule altogether.—
Andrea Hsu,
NPR,
15 May 2026
Verb
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Tucker’s rapid-fire delivery is punctuated with sound effects, music cues, and the use of a variety of props dangling from his person at all times (including handcuffs, a wad of cash, and two guns).—
Malina Saval,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2026
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Photos shared by firefighters showed the motorcycle dangling by its front wheel from the traffic signal pole following the crash, and onlookers who spoke with CBC shared their shock at the scene.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
11 May 2026
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“Pin.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pin. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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