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a number of persons or things that are grouped together because they have something in common
singers of every stripe will perform at the benefit concert
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as in swipes
a hard strike with a part of the body or an instrument
the prisoner was sentenced to receive 20 stripes with a bamboo pole
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Recent Examples of stripes
Pete Cuddihy,
FOXNews.com,
5 July 2026
But with the righty and the Yankees donning stars and stripes themed jerseys, bombs began bursting in the humid Bronx air shortly after Saturday’s game began.
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Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
4 July 2026
The massive red and white stripes that complete this enormous material mystery are machine sewn; some rows double stitched, others with a single line of stitching.
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Rebekah Riess,
CNN Money,
4 July 2026
In Santa Monica, parade-goers lined Main Street decked out in shiny red, white and blue leis and tank tops bearing stars and stripes.
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Lila Seidman,
Los Angeles Times,
4 July 2026
Shop it with the matching shams, or mix it with classic stripes for a personal touch.
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Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
3 July 2026
This town has known seasons of many stripes, from that autumn of grief after 9/11 to that spring of solitude and trepidation as COVID-19 first emerged.
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ABC News,
2 July 2026
Mix it up with stripes, gingham patterns, and even a mini flag design.
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Afia Asamoah,
InStyle,
1 July 2026
But Vaccarello stripes that down, gives you pieces that stand on their own.
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Greta Cross,
USA Today,
25 June 2026
Daisy Maldonado,
InStyle,
26 June 2026
Noun
The original design featured 13 stripes representing the colonies and 13 stars arranged in a circle to symbolize equality among them.
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Pete Cuddihy,
FOXNews.com,
5 July 2026
But with the righty and the Yankees donning stars and stripes themed jerseys, bombs began bursting in the humid Bronx air shortly after Saturday’s game began.
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Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
4 July 2026
The massive red and white stripes that complete this enormous material mystery are machine sewn; some rows double stitched, others with a single line of stitching.
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Rebekah Riess,
CNN Money,
4 July 2026
In Santa Monica, parade-goers lined Main Street decked out in shiny red, white and blue leis and tank tops bearing stars and stripes.
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Lila Seidman,
Los Angeles Times,
4 July 2026
Shop it with the matching shams, or mix it with classic stripes for a personal touch.
—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
3 July 2026
This town has known seasons of many stripes, from that autumn of grief after 9/11 to that spring of solitude and trepidation as COVID-19 first emerged.
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ABC News,
2 July 2026
Mix it up with stripes, gingham patterns, and even a mini flag design.
—
Afia Asamoah,
InStyle,
1 July 2026
But Vaccarello stripes that down, gives you pieces that stand on their own.
—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
25 June 2026
Verb
Opt for scalloped French tips with blue fresco detailing, or stripes the color of the Tuscan sun.
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Daisy Maldonado,
InStyle,
26 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stripes
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Second, brighter satellites also create streaks in telescope images that mar observations.
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Cold streaks are inevitable when betting on home runs, and the MLB best home run bets are in a slight funk, with six straight losing suggestions.
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These types of floor are easy to clean, handle moisture well, and don’t show every footprint.
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While terracotta pots and baskets lined with coconut coir have their uses, these types of containers dry out much faster and will need careful management to ensure plants don't wither away.
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Salicylic acid works deep within pores to tackle buildup, while lactic acid smooths rough texture and refines skin’s surface, leaving skin looking clearer and feeling smoother in just a few swipes.
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But there were no swipes, obvious or subtle, at an ECB hierarchy he has been said to be at war with and there was a firm denial of a rift with McCullum, echoing the sentiments expressed by the England coach on Tuesday.
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Birkin’s signature unfussy aesthetic translated well to her living environments, which featured a jumbled array of objects of all kinds, layered by years of flea market finds and vintage store visits.
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With more hot days ahead, Minnesota farmers of all kinds are trying to navigate the heat and dry weather.
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Rey exploded on Ethan with 10-count punches, but a tilt-a-whirl was countered by Page with a sitout faceplant.
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Members of Rita's loyalty program who use the Rita’s Ice app will get double loyalty punches with a purchase of the treat.
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The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame attracts 500,000 people each year to Cleveland, while Nashville’s music history and attractions tied to country, gospel and other genres bring in about 17 million people annually.
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The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame attracts 500,000 people each year to Cleveland, while Nashville's music history and attractions tied to country, gospel and other genres bring in about 17 million people annually.
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Meanwhile, Morikawa, who started the day 9 strokes behind and fired a 61, was in the clubhouse, warm, safe and dry at 20 under par to watch the proceedings.
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Novo Nordisk is stressing the overall health benefits of Wegovy, including lower risk of cardiovascular problems such as heart attacks and strokes.
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Beyond the exchange of ideas, business pitches and social affairs, folks are likely to leave Cannes Lions with all sorts food for thought.
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Some have even wondered whether MSG will host a fan event of sorts, rather than an actual wedding event.
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“Stripes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stripes. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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