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Recent Examples of batten
Yep, the probabilities in this economy tell you to batten down the hatches.
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Allison Morrow, CNN, 20 Oct. 2022
Then batten down the hatches, prepare for a storm and stick to your guns without arguing or explaining further.
—Abigail Van Buren, oregonlive, 19 Aug. 2022
But first, batten down the hatches.
—Nicole Fallert, USA TODAY, 30 Mar. 2022
Better batten down the hatches, Florida.
—John Talty | [email protected], al, 12 Sep. 2021
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Allison Morrow, CNN, 20 Oct. 2022
Then batten down the hatches, prepare for a storm and stick to your guns without arguing or explaining further.
—Abigail Van Buren, oregonlive, 19 Aug. 2022
But first, batten down the hatches.
—Nicole Fallert, USA TODAY, 30 Mar. 2022
Better batten down the hatches, Florida.
—John Talty | [email protected], al, 12 Sep. 2021
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for batten
Verb
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The long-sleeve shirt has a henley-style buttoned neckline that can be worn open or closed, and the pants have roomy pockets and taper at the ankle.—
Emily Weaver,
People.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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This slightly oversized top can be worn buttoned up or loose as a breathable layer for travel days, and the relaxed drape brings an effortless appeal to this spring must-have.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Mar. 2025
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Each bird typically spends about a month in central Nebraska, fattening up on kernels of corn left behind during the last fall’s harvest.—
Sarah Kuta,
Smithsonian Magazine,
28 Mar. 2025
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But those sounds were routinely fattened, making the day’s production sound larger.—
Tom Roland,
Billboard,
13 Feb. 2025
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Not some simple planks and nails contraption affixed to a low branch, mind you.—
Marco della Cava,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2025
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The bed comprises an aluminum-and-plywood frame cushioned with closed-cell foam and finished in interweave fabric, while the mounting consists of aluminum rails affixed to the structural foundation for quick install and removal of the bed panels.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
1 Apr. 2025
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While the season is often filled with soft pastels (hi, lavender milk nails) and shimmery nudes, some celebs have decided to go in a different direction this season.—
Catharine Malzahn,
Glamour,
10 Apr. 2025
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Reckoning to help fill seats and keep the market recovery going.—
Patrick Brzeski,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2025
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The chefs, their aprons fastened with only a single shoulder strap giving the brigade a pirate spirit, brought out each of the dishes and explained how they were prepared with charm and passion.—
Laurie Ochoa,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Apr. 2025
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Undeterred, the Brits fuel up, fasten snow chains to their vehicle's tires, and continue forward.—
Matt Cabral,
EW.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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Trade professionals and home improvement DIYers often buy heavy-duty handheld vacuums to clean job site messes like sawdust, drywall dust or wood shavings.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Mar. 2025
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That messed me up, that messed my friends up, messed my whole family up.—
Benjamin Royer,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Mar. 2025
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Antonee Robinson is free further up the left wing to receive from Bassey… … because Jones is being pinned by Alex Iwobi, while striker Rodrigo Muniz’s positioning means Liverpool’s right side can be caught out while shifting their markers.—
Ahmed Walid,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2025
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Hit: Women's Intercontinental Champion Lyra Valkyria vs. Bayley Lyra Valkyria and Bayley engaged in a back-and-forth match with takedowns and submission attempts, including near falls and reversals, ultimately seeing Valkyria retain her title by pinning Bayley after countering the Rose Plant.—
Gordon G. Chang,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Apr. 2025
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Rosary tacked on two more runs in the seventh off a throwing error and an RBI single by Alisa Fair.—
Steve Galluzzo,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Apr. 2025
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In March, businesses like Ryder Logistics, Penske Logistics and Quiet Logistics tacked on the layoff tally for the industry.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
4 Apr. 2025
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“Batten.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/batten. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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