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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
Kayla Greaves, Essence, 23 June 2025
That’s saying nothing of the luscious lather that the Marseille-style soap builds up (and its herbaceous-resinous aroma).
—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 13 June 2025
Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 21 June 2025
The ones who lather themselves up over causes (see Selena Gomez’s tearful direct-to-camera confession about Trump’s deportation policies, which went viral earlier this year) to signal their virtues, and often emptily or at least confused.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 8 June 2025
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Noun
The formula provides a gorgeous lather and gives my hair and scalp a thorough cleanse without leaving my strands feeling stripped.
—Kayla Greaves, Essence, 23 June 2025
That’s saying nothing of the luscious lather that the Marseille-style soap builds up (and its herbaceous-resinous aroma).
—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 13 June 2025
Verb
Simply lather a thick coating of petroleum jelly onto the scratch.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 21 June 2025
The ones who lather themselves up over causes (see Selena Gomez’s tearful direct-to-camera confession about Trump’s deportation policies, which went viral earlier this year) to signal their virtues, and often emptily or at least confused.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 8 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lather
Noun
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There were none on the cardboard boxes containing cups, and it couldn’t be determined if the individual foam products were tagged with recycling labels.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 July 2025
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For ultimate comfort, the loveseat and chairs also include 3.9-inch foam cushions wrapped in soft cotton.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
8 July 2025
Noun
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These promotions include odds boosts, no sweat bets and more for MLB games, tennis, the WNBA, etc.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 July 2025
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Here's how sweat patterns typically change over time—and when those shifts signal something more serious.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Time,
7 July 2025
Verb
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The Boston Celtics are still licking their wounds following the heartbreaking end to the 2024-25 NBA season.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 July 2025
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And Lil Wayne agrees by licking my face, which is part of the job description for companion dogs.—
Marla Jo Fisher,
Oc Register,
9 July 2025
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Getty Images To date, the post has amassed more than 900 comments from TikTok viewers, many of them poking fun at the golden retriever mother's annoyed expression and shallow huffs.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 June 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
Verb
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Less than a week after Hegseth suspended them, deliveries abruptly started up again after President Donald Trump said Ukraine needed weapons to defend itself and lashed out at Vladimir Putin with the harshest language he's yet directed at the Russian leader.—
Cybele Mayes-Osterman,
USA Today,
12 July 2025
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More than a foot of rain lashed the region before the river flooding on Friday afternoon, NWS meteorologist James Wingenroth told Newsweek.—
Anna Skinner,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 July 2025
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Hazards from dangerous surf and life-threatening rip currents extended along the Atlantic coastline from northern Florida through the Mid-Atlantic.—
Hollie Silverman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 July 2025
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In Huntington Beach, with consistent surf over 8 feet, lifeguards rescued 152 people on July 4th, according to a news release.—
City News Service,
Oc Register,
6 July 2025
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So what’s all the fuss about a 51 year old when there are much older spirits about?—
Mark Littler,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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On a hot afternoon, who isn’t hoping to mix intriguing drinks with a minimum of fuss?—
Amiel Stanek,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
11 July 2025
Verb
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The comet will also whip by Mars on October 2 at 18 million miles (30 million kilometers) from the red planet.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
3 July 2025
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An Italian meringue involves carefully and slowly drizzling a hot sugar syrup into egg whites while whipping them.—
Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
3 July 2025
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“Lather.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lather. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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