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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pin (down)
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Wells began his college career at Division II Sonoma State and spent one season at Washington State before the Memphis Grizzlies selected him with the 39th overall pick in the second round of the 2024 NBA draft.—
Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
21 Apr. 2025 -
PCMag editors select and review products independently.—
StackCommerce Team (Sponsored),
PC Magazine,
20 Apr. 2025
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There are three temperature settings to choose from, and the cooling option works similarly to an ice roller—offering cooling benefits that soothe swelling, refresh tired eyes, and refine the look of pores.—
Iman Balagam,
Vogue,
18 Apr. 2025
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To learn more about fast internet, download and upload speeds, and for tips on choosing a speed without paying too much, check out our guide below.—
David Brinkerhoff,
USA Today,
17 Apr. 2025
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Billy Ray adopted Brandi and Trace, who are Tish's children from a previous relationship.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
21 Apr. 2025
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Daly and her husband adopted Buu, giving their once-struggling pup Tadpole a new best friend as the family waits for their next apartment.—
Simone Jasper,
Charlotte Observer,
21 Apr. 2025
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In her account posted on Wednesday, April 9, the woman — who does not specify her own age — explained that a 17-year-old family member gave birth to her first baby the previous day.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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The state police did not specify when the DNA profile was created.—
Kerry Breen,
CBS News,
18 Apr. 2025
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There really is something for every kid here—even ones who prefer quiet with a calm corner.—
Anna Halkidis,
Parents,
19 Apr. 2025
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The Four Seasons New York Downtown property is also likely to lure in gala guests who prefer a stay in the heart of Tribeca.—
Christina Liao,
Vogue,
19 Apr. 2025
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Transparent pricing: Rates are determined based on calculations that consider real factors—from driving experience and vehicle type to business location.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
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The Color of the Year is determined by a range of industries, trends, and data (more on that below), and Miller says it is meant to build excitement and connect interiors with the creativity, artistry, and glamour in other industries, like fashion.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Apr. 2025
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In August, 2019, Barr established an interagency task force called Vulcan, through which the D.O.J. would collaborate with foreign law enforcement to systematically target the gang’s leadership.—
Danielle Mackey,
New Yorker,
18 Apr. 2025
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Anderson, Mitchell and Wiggins have established themselves as fixtures in the Heat’s rotation since landing in Miami.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
18 Apr. 2025
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The State Department confirmed Anton's role on Thursday, assigning him responsibility for detailing the potential deal, which would include sanctions relief in exchange for curbs on Iran's nuclear program.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Apr. 2025
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Similar to any reward system used to manage behavior, Dr. Egger says parents can cause children to unintentionally assigning a high emotional value to screen time, which leads to dependence.—
Hannah Nwoko,
Parents,
25 Apr. 2025
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“Pin (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pin%20%28down%29. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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