as in best
individuals carefully selected as being the best of a class
the school accepts only the cream of the world's young violinists
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as in to destroy
to bring to a complete end the physical soundness, existence, or usefulness of
the head-on collision creamed the brand-new car in an instant
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as in to whip
to defeat by a large margin
the novice player was creamed in her first tennis tournament
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Recent Examples of cream
Amy Kwan, Verywell Health, 14 Jan. 2025
Score body creams and face serums to banish dry skin, wrap up in warm turtleneck sweaters and thick, comfy leggings, and grab cozy home goods like affordable portable heaters and milk frothers for your favorite morning latte.
—Melissa Epifano, People.com, 11 Jan. 2025
Toriano Porter, Kansas City Star, 2 Jan. 2025
For the center layer, cream the butter, then mix in powdered sugar, instant vanilla pudding mix, vanilla and milk.
—Eva Syrovy, The Denver Post, 11 Dec. 2024
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Noun
For pain relief, consider natural options like arnica tea, pellets, or cream to relieve muscle soreness and inflammation.15 Over-the-counter options like Tylenol (acetaminophen) or Advil or Motrin (ibuprofen) can help with general pain.
—Amy Kwan, Verywell Health, 14 Jan. 2025
Score body creams and face serums to banish dry skin, wrap up in warm turtleneck sweaters and thick, comfy leggings, and grab cozy home goods like affordable portable heaters and milk frothers for your favorite morning latte.
—Melissa Epifano, People.com, 11 Jan. 2025
Verb
We were surprised by the Parmesan creamed spinach, though.
—Toriano Porter, Kansas City Star, 2 Jan. 2025
For the center layer, cream the butter, then mix in powdered sugar, instant vanilla pudding mix, vanilla and milk.
—Eva Syrovy, The Denver Post, 11 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cream
Noun
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Jackson notched career bests with 4,172 passing yards, 41 passing touchdowns and four interceptions (among full seasons as the starter).—
Jeff Howe,
The Athletic,
16 Jan. 2025
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Advertisement Coach Sean McVay did not suspend Robinson, who has 31 receptions and career bests of 505 yards and seven touchdowns.—
Gary Klein,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Jan. 2025
Verb
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At least 25 people have so far been killed and at least 16 are missing in the wildfires, which have destroyed over 12,300 structures.—
Jami Ganz,
New York Daily News,
15 Jan. 2025
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Now, after two major wildfires have destroyed thousands of homes and left at least two dozen dead in and around Los Angeles, the state’s wildfire fund would face its first major test if another utility is found liable for sparking the blazes.—
Jenny Jarvie,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Jan. 2025
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Everyone here is affected Today infernos whipped by a perfect storm of high winds and drought conditions hit the Western edges of the United States especially hard.—
Jennifer Jolly,
USA TODAY,
17 Jan. 2025
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As the fire came closer, whipped by strong winds barreling down the mountains, no ambulance appeared.—
Claire Fahy,
New York Times,
14 Jan. 2025
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Greek philosopher Aristotle used the term to describe the rule of aristocracy, or elite powerful societal class, according to National Geographic.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA TODAY,
16 Jan. 2025
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As in all Hermès product categories, the equestrian theme runs throughout, reflecting the brand’s roots as a saddler to Parisian aristocracy.—
Carol Besler,
Robb Report,
21 Nov. 2024
Verb
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However, for some, gambling is an addiction that can ruin lives and families.—
Don Sweeney,
Kansas City Star,
9 Jan. 2025
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Well, Neptune and his Wildcats might just be ruining the convenient narrative.—
CJ Moore,
The Athletic,
9 Jan. 2025
Verb
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This Korean sunscreen essential soothes acne and excess sebum using niacinamide and hydrates skin with hyaluronic acid.—
Sarah Han,
Allure,
3 Jan. 2025
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The massage cup, combined with the oils, boosts lymphatic flow, firms skin, and encourages lipolysis for a smoother, more toned appearance.—
Tanya Benedicto Klich,
Forbes,
16 Dec. 2024
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The text at the top of the video lists conservative commentator Benny Johnson as the source.—
Hannah Hudnall,
USA TODAY,
11 Jan. 2025
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At the top of this season, those missions are done.—
Megan Vick,
Variety,
11 Jan. 2025
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The plan is a major change for Jackson Memorial Hospital, which would demolish two office buildings across from a Metrorail station in 2027 to make way for affordable and workforce housing in two towers filled with shops, a hotel and more than 800 apartments.—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
10 Jan. 2025
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At least one of the buildings was soon to be demolished altogether, its red-brick walls dumped into its 1921 foundation.—
Jon Marcus,
NPR,
8 Jan. 2025
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“Cream.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cream. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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