statics

Definition of staticsnext
plural of static

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for statics
Noun
  • In a 2024 study, researchers found that chimpanzee mothers tended to step in to defend their children in quarrels—say, over food or space in a tree—in about half of cases the researchers observed in the wild.
    Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 10 May 2026
  • As the trio quarrels, bonds and ventures through the wild unknown, Felix discovers that true bravery may change not only his own destiny, but also the future of his home.
    Leo Barraclough, Variety, 10 May 2026
Noun
  • Dela Rosa’s legal predicament came as political disputes escalated between the Duterte family and Marcos.
    Jim Gomez, Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2026
  • The rival superpowers entered the summit divided over thorny issues including Taiwan, trade disputes and the Iran war.
    Elizabeth Robinson, NBC news, 14 May 2026
Noun
  • But even the past shows signs of treading water, with the team returning to schoolgirl squabbles while their survival isn’t in immediate danger.
    Ben Travers, IndieWire, 4 May 2026
  • Locals are happy to regale you with tales of family squabbles and fishing exploits at any of the seaside watering holes.
    Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 2 May 2026
Noun
  • Some congressional Democrats have offered similar arguments, claiming that a gas tax holiday would be a drop in the bucket for consumers and that the only real way to bring down gas prices is to end the war with Iran.
    Justin Papp, CNBC, 13 May 2026
  • Earthrise rejected Becker’s arguments that the application does not properly identify wetlands that have been farmed.
    Alicia Fabbre, Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2026
Noun
  • As tensions rise between the United States and China over trade, technology, Taiwan and military influence, the relationship between the world’s two largest economies is increasingly shaping global politics and national security debates.
    Baltimore Sun staff, Baltimore Sun, 15 May 2026
  • In the last two debates, Becerra, considered the party's frontrunner, has faced scrutiny from other candidates and the public over his connection to Williamson.
    James Ward, USA Today, 15 May 2026
Noun
  • Mitchell has heard all the criticisms of not being able to get out of the second round.
    Jason Lloyd, New York Times, 16 May 2026
  • The most contentious and controversial being some very pointed criticisms of Ole Miss, his former school.
    Ian Miller OutKick, FOXNews.com, 15 May 2026
Noun
  • While the Federal Reserve has kept its benchmark interest rate on hold so far in 2026, inflation surged in March and April on the back of a rising oil price, overseas conflicts and geopolitical uncertainty.
    Matt Richardson, CBS News, 19 May 2026
  • Recent conflicts have accelerated interest in unmanned maritime warfare.
    Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 19 May 2026
Noun
  • Aside from the financial cost to the city, Blain’s behavior prompted several council actions, including two censures.
    Susan Gill Vardon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Dec. 2025
  • Some rank-and-file lawmakers also agree that censures are losing their punch.
    Rachel Schilke, The Washington Examiner, 21 Nov. 2025
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“Statics.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/statics. Accessed 21 May. 2026.

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