1
as in to cut
to make (something) shorter or smaller with the use of a cutting instrument
he always shaves most of his hair off when the weather starts getting warmer
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2
as in to brush
to pass lightly across or touch gently especially in passing
just shaved the concrete post as the car turned the corner
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Recent Examples of shave
Myung J. Chun, Los Angeles Times, 29 Mar. 2025
Tree Hut moisturizing shave oil: on sale for $9.09 (30% off)
Original price: $12.99
Tree Hut's Moisturizing Shave Oil is a gel-to-oil formula that enhances contact between razor and skin for a close, smooth shave.
—Nora Colomer, FOXNews.com, 28 Mar. 2025
Devoun Cetoute, Miami Herald, 15 Feb. 2025
Even as the brand expanded into shave products in the years that followed, lip care continued to reign as its biggest sales driver (and, in the eyes of many, emblematic of the early 2010s).
—Noor Lobad, WWD, 3 Feb. 2025
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Verb
Members of the Los Angeles police and fire departments took part in the 22nd annual St. Baldrick’s fundraiser, with members having their heads shaved in solidarity with child cancer patients.
—Myung J. Chun, Los Angeles Times, 29 Mar. 2025
Tree Hut moisturizing shave oil: on sale for $9.09 (30% off)
Original price: $12.99
Tree Hut's Moisturizing Shave Oil is a gel-to-oil formula that enhances contact between razor and skin for a close, smooth shave.
—Nora Colomer, FOXNews.com, 28 Mar. 2025
Noun
The pups, which don’t have names yet, were determined to be one male and two females after a quick neonatal exam and a delicate shave.
—Devoun Cetoute, Miami Herald, 15 Feb. 2025
Even as the brand expanded into shave products in the years that followed, lip care continued to reign as its biggest sales driver (and, in the eyes of many, emblematic of the early 2010s).
—Noor Lobad, WWD, 3 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for shave
Verb
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The mom of one most notably cut her hair in January 2023, debuting a head-turning, blunt bob.—
Dayna Haffenden,
People.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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The Fed cut rates three times last year on signs that inflation was slowing.—
Bryan Mena,
CNN Money,
4 Apr. 2025
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Fluoride urine levels vary widely throughout the day depending on hydration level, diet, as well as factors like whether a person has just brushed their teeth or drank a cup of tea, says F. Perry Wilson, a physician and professor of public health and medicine at Yale University.—
Lauren Leffer,
Popular Science,
9 Apr. 2025
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Our intent was not to brush concerns under the carpet but to identify solutions.—
Raul Handa,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Here, researchers combined the mycelium of the common oyster mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus) with bamboo shavings that had been repurposed from scrap at a furniture store.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
4 Apr. 2025
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Add some crisp bacon or ham, a few pistachio nuts and some shavings of Parmigiano Reggiano or other cheese over the top.—
Mary Ann Esposito,
Boston Herald,
26 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Its snug cabin is beautifully trimmed in high-quality materials, and features wireless phone charging, Apple CarPlay connectivity, and a premium Bowers & Wilkins audio system.—
Tim Pitt,
Robb Report,
9 Apr. 2025
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If that’s the case, then trimming current expenses to increase savings should accompany the move to a more conservative portfolio.—
Bill Conerly,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Busch and his team would love to pose for more pictures kissing the bricks at IMS following Sunday’s race.—
Clifton Brown,
Indianapolis Star,
17 July 2017
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The trainer turns and kisses one of the man-eaters on the nose.—
Holly Millea,
Smithsonian,
29 June 2017
Noun
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Lobbyists and foreign agents often send congressional offices news clippings that paint their clients in a favorable light while omitting those that are less flattering.—
Robert Schmad,
The Washington Examiner,
28 Mar. 2025
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Investigators for Immigration and Customs Enforcement have been searching videos, online posts, and news clippings of campus protests against the Israel-Hamas war.—
Robert B. Reich,
Hartford Courant,
25 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The 27-year-old’s next offering was even more up and in, the baseball colliding with India’s helmet, clipping his ear flap and grazing his face.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
31 Mar. 2025
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Everybody was able to move out, but two older women were really almost clipped.—
Patrick Smith,
NBC news,
24 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The set includes an 8-inch chef knife, 8-inch bread knife, 8-inch slicing knife, a 7-inch Santoku knife, 5-inch utility knife, and 3.5-inch paring knife.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Mar. 2025
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Just as the interior of the house may benefit from a paring down for selling, so too could the yard.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
24 Feb. 2025
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“Shave.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shave. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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