as in tombstone
a shaped stone laid over or erected near a grave and usually bearing an inscription to identify and preserve the memory of the deceased
an engraved stone identified the grave as that of a man who had died in the Influenza Epidemic of 1918-19
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as in sheer
having no exceptions or restrictions
the stone stupidity of the senator's statements embarrassed even her staffers
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as in cold
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Recent Examples of stone
Julia Frankel, Chicago Tribune, 9 Feb. 2026
The duo led their final stone of the end straight into the pocket to give them a lead over the Italian gold medalists.
—Isabel Yip, NBC news, 9 Feb. 2026
Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 25 May 2023
The Aris sub-collection represents a group of multi-stone pieces with mixed-shape diamonds, while Monaco includes quintessential princess cut diamonds, and Reign embodies sophistication with glamorous diamonds and gemstone pieces.
—Lauren Tappan, Town & Country, 12 Oct. 2022
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Noun
In a curling match, two teams compete to see which can get the most granite stones closest to a bull’s-eye target called the tee by sliding them along a narrow sheet of ice.
—Julia Frankel, Chicago Tribune, 9 Feb. 2026
The duo led their final stone of the end straight into the pocket to give them a lead over the Italian gold medalists.
—Isabel Yip, NBC news, 9 Feb. 2026
Adjective
The soils are predominantly stone with abundant limestone.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 25 May 2023
The Aris sub-collection represents a group of multi-stone pieces with mixed-shape diamonds, while Monaco includes quintessential princess cut diamonds, and Reign embodies sophistication with glamorous diamonds and gemstone pieces.
—Lauren Tappan, Town & Country, 12 Oct. 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stone
Noun
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Their names are listed in the African American Museum’s exhibit, but not at the cemetery as there are no tombstones left there – except for a few.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
31 Jan. 2026
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Unless a slang term emerges from a popular movie, pinpointing an exact date of birth is difficult (hence the question marks on the tombstone).—
Michael Tedder,
The Atlantic,
25 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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For something a bit more romantic, grab a set of sheer lace curtains for just $11.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
14 Feb. 2026
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The sheer number of potential new species illustrates just how little of Argentina’s deep-sea biodiversity has been explored — and how much there is left to protect.—
Ryan Brennan,
Kansas City Star,
13 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Customer data will drive our decisions, sharpening our edge in delivering what is most valuable to our audiences.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
7 Feb. 2026
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These concerns are sharpened by the shadow of Epstein, whose connections to powerful figures continue to surface.—
Lauryn Overhultz , Ashley Papa , Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
6 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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All told, the five sites collected 5,195 dead or cold-stunned iguanas.—
Bill Kearney,
Sun Sentinel,
5 Feb. 2026
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Whenever this happens, iguanas, which are accustomed to hot weather, become cold-stunned.—
David Goodhue,
Miami Herald,
31 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Of course, there are a few famous postmortem monuments, including the Lincoln Memorial and Mount Rushmore.—
Gal Beckerman,
The Atlantic,
8 Feb. 2026
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Within its walls lies a complete world with its own medical facilities, a cinema, shops, and large replicas of iconic monuments, including the Taj Mahal and the Eiffel Tower.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
6 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Otherwise, the tone of the show is pure cosmopolitan sympathy.—
Doreen St. Félix,
New Yorker,
14 Feb. 2026
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That’s why Baumler’s pure stuff will only get him as far as his ability to command it against big league hitters.—
Shawn McFarland,
Dallas Morning News,
14 Feb. 2026
Verb
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These choppers fit together like puzzle pieces, allowing the animal to grind up tough, fibrous plants.—
Lily Hautau,
CNN Money,
11 Feb. 2026
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Hawke’s fifth nomination — his first in lead actor — feels like a career acknowledgment for decades of grinding in the Hollywood industry.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
11 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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There’s no better way to raise awareness for pet adoption than a playful, heartwarming — and just plain adorable — competition where everyone wins.—
Kelsey Monstrola,
USA Today,
7 Feb. 2026
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Peacock’s interface was perfected with the 2024 Summer Olympics — getting to watch a particular team or event was just plain easy.—
Maira Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Feb. 2026
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“Stone.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stone. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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