1
as in to cut
to make (something) shorter or smaller with the use of a cutting instrument
he always shaves most of his hair off when the weather starts getting warmer
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2
as in to brush
to pass lightly across or touch gently especially in passing
just shaved the concrete post as the car turned the corner
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Recent Examples of shave
ArsTechnica, 10 Apr. 2025
Its stock is down 18.5% from the start of this year, and $684 billion has been shaved off its market value.
—Clare Duffy, CNN Money, 9 Apr. 2025
Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 12 Mar. 2025
Since it was first approved in the mid-2000s, scientist shave been studying the real-world impact of the HPV vaccine.
—Katherine Hignett, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
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Verb
Rather than shave off a millimeter, Google equipped the Pixel 9a with a 5,100 mAh battery, which is the largest ever in a Pixel, even beating out the larger and more expensive Pixel 9 Pro XL by a touch.
—ArsTechnica, 10 Apr. 2025
Its stock is down 18.5% from the start of this year, and $684 billion has been shaved off its market value.
—Clare Duffy, CNN Money, 9 Apr. 2025
Noun
Flamingo Moisture Plus Razor Get a close and comfortable shave in one step, no shave gel is needed!
—Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 12 Mar. 2025
Since it was first approved in the mid-2000s, scientist shave been studying the real-world impact of the HPV vaccine.
—Katherine Hignett, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for shave
Verb
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The state says the rule is crucial to meeting greenhouse gas emission reduction targets and cutting smog-forming pollutants.—
David Shepardson,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2025
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With the new order, Trump is threatening to cut federal funds to cities and states his Administration decides are blocking his mass deportation effort.—
Brian Bennett,
Time,
29 Apr. 2025
Verb
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For example, brush your teeth with the opposite hand, take a new route to work or order a new dish.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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Once released, the curls are gently brushed out for a soft, voluminous effect, and sealed into place with a setting spray.—
Catherine Santino,
People.com,
23 Apr. 2025
Noun
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No matter your pube goals, a bikini trimmer is a must-have in your shaving regimen.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
1 Mar. 2025
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The lightweight oil features aloe, vitamin C, hyaluronic acid and vitamin E to create the perfect shaving canvas and leave skin smooth.—
Celia Shatzman,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
Verb
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With trade tensions spooking price-sensitive consumers and high-flying decision-makers within their ranks, airlines are trimming costs, capacity, and expectations — all while hoping for smoother skies ahead.—
Catherine Baab,
Quartz,
24 Apr. 2025
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Bank of America did trim its forecast to $21 from $22, though that is still roughly 53% above Wednesday’s close.—
Brian Evans,
CNBC,
24 Apr. 2025
Verb
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After the buzzer sounded, Pope ran over to hug his wife, Lee Anne, and kissed his daughters near the bench before running off to a TV interview.—
Jesse Temple,
The Athletic,
24 Mar. 2025
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Other sweet shots include Harley kissing her fiancé in his arms, and two celebratory engagement cakes.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
People.com,
24 Mar. 2025
Noun
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According to the clipping, the two men were accused of beating Lienemann with a baseball bat and setting his body on fire in a dumpster.—
Nicole Acosta,
People.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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Recycle Lawn Clippings Don’t bag clippings when mowing.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 Apr. 2025
Verb
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In recent national headlines were a fatal crash of a tour helicopter in New York, a small plane that crashed in Florida and two commercial jets that clipped wings at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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More storms in Kansas City area’s forecast The weather service said additional storms are expected to develop Thursday afternoon and evening to the north in Nebraska and Iowa, possibly clipping northern Missouri.—
Robert A. Cronkleton,
Kansas City Star,
17 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The set includes an 8-inch chef knife, 8-inch bread knife, 8-inch slicing knife, a 7-inch Santoku knife, 5-inch utility knife, and 3.5-inch paring knife.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Mar. 2025
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Just as the interior of the house may benefit from a paring down for selling, so too could the yard.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
24 Feb. 2025
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“Shave.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shave. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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