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as in sweat
a state of nervous or irritated concern
he worked himself into a lather waiting for the results of the test
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as in to lick
to strike repeatedly
the farmer lathered the recalcitrant mule
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Recent Examples of lather
Jessica Kasparian, SELF, 10 Feb. 2025
The formula uses coconut surfactants to effectively cleanse even the most sensitive scalps sans irritation—while still creating a satisfying lather.
—Arden Fanning Andrews, Vogue, 4 Mar. 2025
Deanna Pai, Allure, 13 Dec. 2024
If anything, lathering serum upon serum to your face could actually be causing more harm than good, potentially triggering breakouts, redness and irritation.
—Caroline C. Boyle, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2025
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Noun
Instead, the water from your shower helps create that satisfying lather.
—Jessica Kasparian, SELF, 10 Feb. 2025
The formula uses coconut surfactants to effectively cleanse even the most sensitive scalps sans irritation—while still creating a satisfying lather.
—Arden Fanning Andrews, Vogue, 4 Mar. 2025
Verb
The best way to start your daily or everything shower is by lathering up with one of the best body washes.
—Deanna Pai, Allure, 13 Dec. 2024
If anything, lathering serum upon serum to your face could actually be causing more harm than good, potentially triggering breakouts, redness and irritation.
—Caroline C. Boyle, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lather
Noun
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The curved, low-profile silhouette creates a modern spin on the otherwise classic design, while the chair’s high-density foam filling offers superior support.—
Megan Schaltegger,
People.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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The two men had already peeled off the vinyl siding and cut out the foam board in that area, revealing evidence of animal chewing.—
Marcela Valdes,
New York Times,
7 Apr. 2025
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Project Overview Working Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 1 hour Skill Level: Beginner Estimated Cost: $10 Every day, your shoes collect dirt, mud, bacteria—and who knows what else—while the insides absorb sweat and grime, leading to unpleasant odors and a less-than-pristine appearance.—
Halee Miller Van Ryswyk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 Apr. 2025
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Listen to this article Pitching with a one-run lead in the seventh inning is no sweat for Sandburg’s Drew Drzonek.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The race is being widely viewed as a must-win for Democrats who at the national level are still licking their 2024 election wounds, as well as a potential referendum on Trump and Musk.—
Savannah Kuchar,
USA Today,
26 Mar. 2025
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Cora appears to enjoy the routine and happily lets the cat lick at the tufts of blonde hair on her head.—
Kelli Bender,
People.com,
21 Mar. 2025
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The chute opens, and rambunctious No. 2 bursts out with an impatient huff.—
Phillip Valys,
Sun Sentinel,
15 Mar. 2025
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Volunteers were charged around 25 cents per huff, bringing in good profit for those who’d invested in the necessary gas tanks, tubes, and breathing bags.—
Oshan Jarow,
Vox,
7 Dec. 2018
Verb
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However, Cabello lashed out at U.S. authorities, accusing them of unjustly detaining and deporting Venezuelans under false claims of gang affiliations.—
Antonio Maria Delgado,
Miami Herald,
28 Mar. 2025
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In early March, tropical storm Alfred battered Australia’s heavily populated east coast, lashing the region with damaging winds and heavy rain for several days as hundreds of thousands of homes in southeast Queensland and northern New South Wales lost power.—
Edward Szekeres and Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
28 Mar. 2025
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However, the high surf advisory issued by the NWS office in Los Angeles will remain in place until 4 p.m. PT on Thursday.—
Jason D. Greenblatt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Apr. 2025
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Dangerous waves that may break up to 30 feet also will continue along the coast, and the weather service extended a high surf advisory through Friday.—
Rick Hurd,
Mercury News,
28 Mar. 2025
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The actress kept the rest of her look fairly minimalist, opting for a sleek, modern style without fuss.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
4 Apr. 2025
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So is Aaron Judge, who couldn’t believe all the fuss that was being made over the Yankees’ new wood.—
Gary Phillips,
The Orlando Sentinel,
31 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Take it from us and whip out this gem for special occasions versus everyday wear, as Gucci recommends shielding it from direct light, heat, and rain.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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Alexander Wennberg’s 10th goal of the season tied the score at 16:46 when his fellow Swede, William Eklund, whipped a pass from the left boards across the goal mouth to set-up the one-time finish with a ton of space to Dostal’s left.—
Josh Gross,
Oc Register,
2 Apr. 2025
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“Lather.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lather. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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