1
as in works
the active use of energy in producing a result
save your sweat: no one will appreciate your efforts anyway
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2
as in fatigues
very hard or unpleasant work
it took years of sweat to bring the farm to the point where it is now
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as in huffs
a state of nervous or irritated concern
he always ends up in a sweat during tax season
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as in struggles
to devote serious and sustained effort
spent the afternoon sweating over her tax returns
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as in worries
to experience concern or anxiety
don't sweat over getting the application in a day late, as it probably doesn't matter
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as in drips
to flow forth slowly through small openings
the oil coat may sweat through this varnish
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as in interrogates
slang
to put a series of questions to
the narcotics squad tried sweating the mule, but he was genuinely clueless about the inner workings of the drug operation
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Recent Examples of sweats
Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 Feb. 2026
Most work dress codes don’t allow for sweats or leggings, but silky trousers have the same comfy-soft feel and will make for a rich-looking outfit every time.
—Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 5 Feb. 2026
No pockets, but people love the basic construction, with dozens calling them the best sweats ever.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 4 Feb. 2026
This is the kind of low-lift, high-reward recipe that delivers pure comfort at the end of a long day, when sweats and the couch are calling.
—Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Feb. 2026
The athletes, mostly male and mostly dressed in baggy sweats or cargo pants, take turns riding down a dry synthetic ski surface, flying off a ramp, and doing aerial tricks before falling onto an airbag.
—Sean Gregory, Time, 22 Jan. 2026
Early on, his wardrobe leaned heavily toward sweats and athleisure.
—Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
When Kuminga removed his sweats, walked to the scorer’s table and checked in to begin the second quarter Tuesday night, a murmur grew into a modest standing ovation as the fans inside Chase Center realized what was happening.
—Evan Webeck, Mercury News, 21 Jan. 2026
On the opposite end of the spectrum, Kai Cenat showed up in head-to-toe sweats, redefining fashion week dress codes with comfort-first confidence that felt refreshingly real.
—Larry Stansbury, Essence, 21 Jan. 2026
Michelle Baricevic, Travel + Leisure, 13 Jan. 2026
Soft, stretchy, and flattering, this best-selling long-sleeve tee and sweats combo is at the top of my wishlist.
—Jordan Julian, InStyle, 9 Jan. 2026
He was last seen wearing a tan coat, maroon sweats pants and blue-and-white Nike shoes.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 8 Jan. 2026
Categories are clearly delineated, like with the separate hoodies and sweats area.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 19 Dec. 2025
Grab these ultra-popular jogger sweats to lounge in at home, then wear this Warner’s wireless bra for comfortable support under all kinds of tops and dresses.
—Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 8 Oct. 2025
Primary Plantar Hyperhidrosis Your body typically sweats to cool down or in response to triggers such as exercise, nervousness, anger, fear, or anxiety.
—Mark Gurarie, Health, 14 Aug. 2025
Noun
Moos wrote that when Frost showed up for a secret interview at a Philadelphia hotel the night before his undefeated UCF team played a road game at Temple, Frost was unshaven and wearing sweats.
—Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 Feb. 2026
Most work dress codes don’t allow for sweats or leggings, but silky trousers have the same comfy-soft feel and will make for a rich-looking outfit every time.
—Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 5 Feb. 2026
No pockets, but people love the basic construction, with dozens calling them the best sweats ever.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 4 Feb. 2026
This is the kind of low-lift, high-reward recipe that delivers pure comfort at the end of a long day, when sweats and the couch are calling.
—Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Feb. 2026
The athletes, mostly male and mostly dressed in baggy sweats or cargo pants, take turns riding down a dry synthetic ski surface, flying off a ramp, and doing aerial tricks before falling onto an airbag.
—Sean Gregory, Time, 22 Jan. 2026
Early on, his wardrobe leaned heavily toward sweats and athleisure.
—Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
When Kuminga removed his sweats, walked to the scorer’s table and checked in to begin the second quarter Tuesday night, a murmur grew into a modest standing ovation as the fans inside Chase Center realized what was happening.
—Evan Webeck, Mercury News, 21 Jan. 2026
On the opposite end of the spectrum, Kai Cenat showed up in head-to-toe sweats, redefining fashion week dress codes with comfort-first confidence that felt refreshingly real.
—Larry Stansbury, Essence, 21 Jan. 2026
Verb
Italian Leather Glove Ballet Flat Add a polished touch to travel-friendly joggers, leggings, jeans, or sweats with these leather ballet flats.
—Michelle Baricevic, Travel + Leisure, 13 Jan. 2026
Soft, stretchy, and flattering, this best-selling long-sleeve tee and sweats combo is at the top of my wishlist.
—Jordan Julian, InStyle, 9 Jan. 2026
He was last seen wearing a tan coat, maroon sweats pants and blue-and-white Nike shoes.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 8 Jan. 2026
Categories are clearly delineated, like with the separate hoodies and sweats area.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 19 Dec. 2025
Grab these ultra-popular jogger sweats to lounge in at home, then wear this Warner’s wireless bra for comfortable support under all kinds of tops and dresses.
—Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 8 Oct. 2025
Primary Plantar Hyperhidrosis Your body typically sweats to cool down or in response to triggers such as exercise, nervousness, anger, fear, or anxiety.
—Mark Gurarie, Health, 14 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sweats
Noun
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Today the city’s casinos, banks, and skyscrapers include works by many top contemporary architects.—
Annabelle Dufraigne,
Architectural Digest,
15 Feb. 2026
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On Main Street, Majestic Repertory Theatre offers a distinctly different experience, combining a professional theater presence with bold, high-energy plays, musicals, and original works known for inventive set design, immersive elements, and a playful, sometimes provocative, approach.—
Mackenzie Jervis,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Several notable political figures, including lawyers and former government ministers, headed through a glass door at the hotel guarded by men in fatigues after being directed by a woman to submit their documents.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
5 Feb. 2026
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An accompanying video set to high-energy rock-dance music shows Maxima smiling in green army fatigues before jumping into a pool, then rock climbing in a helmet.—
Frank Andrews,
CBS News,
5 Feb. 2026
Noun
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David walks out of the kitchen and Moira huffs and takes his spot over the pot.—
Sabrina Weiss,
PEOPLE,
31 Jan. 2026
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As much as Payton bristles about media storylines and huffs about tempo questions, the Broncos went 25 minutes without a first down against Las Vegas.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
22 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The film tells the story 21-year-old Junyang, who drifts through life while his father quietly struggles to hold their modest home together.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
13 Feb. 2026
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The middle-aged woman cured of breast cancer who now struggles to climb stairs because endocrine therapy has carved away her bone density and caused joint aches.—
Gilberto Lopes,
STAT,
12 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Software stocks have sold off in recent weeks on rising AI disruption fears and worries that new agentic tools can replace them.—
Samantha Subin,
CNBC,
9 Feb. 2026
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But what worries me is a judge should not hold up everything.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
8 Feb. 2026
Verb
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In this method, hot water flows over ground coffee held in a paper or reusable filter, which then drips into a carafe or mug below.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
8 Feb. 2026
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The melter sits over a sewer line, idling while heating the snow to thirty-eight degrees, barely above freezing, and drips the water directly into a drain.—
Naaman Zhou,
New Yorker,
3 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Engage with art that interrogates identity and civic belonging.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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While on a date, Tess inadvertently stumbles into one of Alex’s sets — which spikily interrogates why their romance fell apart.—
David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Dec. 2025
Noun
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The research undercuts Orbán’s claims that continuing to buy Russian oil, despite European Union-wide efforts to phase out Russian fossil fuels, makes fuel cheaper for Hungarians.—
Christian Edwards,
CNN Money,
16 Feb. 2026
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Both of these efforts have received NASA funding.—
Mike Wall,
Space.com,
16 Feb. 2026
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“Sweats.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sweats. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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