as in coward
a person without strength of character
the congresswoman is but a reed who bends whichever way the political winds are blowing
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Recent Examples of reed
The four rectangular objects, each measuring about three inches long, sat atop reeds in a corner of the tomb.
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Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 8 Apr. 2025
The Barbican’s broad stage is virtually empty, except for a large cluster of reeds in the center, which allows for amusing entrances and exits throughout the performance.
—Demetrios Matheou, The Hollywood Reporter, 7 Mar. 2025
In the other direction stood a person-high wall of Phragmites australis, dark green reeds known locally as roseau cane.
—Bywarren Cornwall, science.org, 9 Jan. 2025
Candles, reed diffusers and other home scents are always popular gift items, and for good reason.
—Emma Sandler, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
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Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 8 Apr. 2025
The Barbican’s broad stage is virtually empty, except for a large cluster of reeds in the center, which allows for amusing entrances and exits throughout the performance.
—Demetrios Matheou, The Hollywood Reporter, 7 Mar. 2025
In the other direction stood a person-high wall of Phragmites australis, dark green reeds known locally as roseau cane.
—Bywarren Cornwall, science.org, 9 Jan. 2025
Candles, reed diffusers and other home scents are always popular gift items, and for good reason.
—Emma Sandler, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reed
Noun
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There is no way a coward like Musk is in a position to accuse Sen. Kelly of being a traitor.—
DP Opinion,
The Denver Post,
11 Mar. 2025
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This is a cop novel that fully satisfies its genre expectations — chases, gun battles, sinister bad guys, questionable cops, cowards and heroes.—
Claude Peck,
Boston Herald,
16 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Monger battled jellyfish stings, exhausting winds and energy-sapping heat to finish the course which winds itself around Hawaii’s Big Island.—
Amanda Davies,
CNN,
21 Mar. 2025
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Examples include the jellyfish cut, where there is a solid ‘bob’ with longer strands at the bottom.—
Laia Farran Graves,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Best Outdoor Decor Deals Bird baths, doormats, pathway lights, and rugs transform patios into enjoyable oases ideal for enjoying the sunshine and entertaining guests.—
Ali Faccenda,
People.com,
11 Apr. 2025
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Beautiful by Drew Barrymore Arched Coir Doormat This Beautiful by Drew Barrymore doormat is a charming and cute accessory to dress up your front porch just in time to enjoy it.—
Megan Schaltegger,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Then came the mice in the primary bedroom, the den, and his bathroom.—
Matthew Sedacca,
Curbed,
22 Apr. 2025
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An additional 10 restaurants received citations for code violations involving mice, improperly stored food and more.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
18 Apr. 2025
Noun
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By opening her hogan to visitors, Yazzie hopes to introduce people to the Navajo lifestyle, which traditionally involves herding sheep, weaving rugs, growing crops, and silversmithing.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Apr. 2025
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Some hold the skulls of wild sheep, but one specific burial has the breastbone, a great bustard with cut marks.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
17 Apr. 2025
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“Reed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reed. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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