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Recent Examples of thumbs-up
The board members were deciding whether or not to give a thumbs-up to the company to move ahead with more planning.
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Joseph States, Chicago Tribune, 12 May 2025
Former Sox catcher and Fox broadcaster A.J. Pierzynski gave the new pontiff a public thumbs-up, adding to the chorus of South Side pride.
—Jesus Mesa, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 May 2025
The movie has great reviews and immediate thumbs-up from fans.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 3 May 2025
In the picture, he is seen smiling and giving a thumbs-up gesture.
—Eric Levenson, CNN Money, 1 May 2025
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Joseph States, Chicago Tribune, 12 May 2025
Former Sox catcher and Fox broadcaster A.J. Pierzynski gave the new pontiff a public thumbs-up, adding to the chorus of South Side pride.
—Jesus Mesa, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 May 2025
The movie has great reviews and immediate thumbs-up from fans.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 3 May 2025
In the picture, he is seen smiling and giving a thumbs-up gesture.
—Eric Levenson, CNN Money, 1 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thumbs-up
Noun
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This playful nod underscores the Airbike's blend of cutting-edge technology and imaginative design.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
1 June 2025
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There’s something timeless about a café curtain, a nod to another era that offers privacy while letting natural light pour in.—
Lauren Jones,
Southern Living,
1 June 2025
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The University of Arkansas System board of trustees approved a new Associate of Science in Agriculture at the University of Arkansas Community College at Rich Mountain, effective this fall, pending approval of the Arkansas Division of Higher Education.—
Ryan Anderson,
Arkansas Online,
22 May 2025
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One of the recommendations calls for evaluating who at the agency should control approvals of no-bid contracts — an authority that currently rests with Orso.—
Lucas Robinson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 May 2025
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Netflix will soon end support for older Amazon Fire TV media-streaming devices.—
Jibin Joseph,
PC Magazine,
26 May 2025
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Baltimore Sun The vast majority of Marylanders criminally charged – 32 of 46 – come from strong Democratic urban and suburban counties, according to election data analyzed by CNS, not from largely rural countries where Trump support is the strongest.—
Ariel Sheinberg,
Baltimore Sun,
26 May 2025
Noun
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Trust the enthusiastic, 5-star endorsement by a reader who made these Corn Ribs: Fabulous!—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
24 May 2025
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Meanwhile, Crockett's rising profile within progressive circles, combined with Hogg's endorsement, positions her as a potential voice in shaping the party's approach to Republican opposition.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 May 2025
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The bill passed in the House by just one vote on May 22.—
Savannah Kuchar,
USA Today,
26 May 2025
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Kansas Supreme Court justices stand for retention votes every six years.—
Matthew Kelly,
Kansas City Star,
25 May 2025
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The bottom line: Graham and Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) have a bill to hit Russia with economic sanctions if Putin refuses to negotiate with Ukraine — or if Russia launches another attack after a peace deal is reached.—
Stef W. Kight,
Axios,
27 May 2025
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Meanwhile, anticipation is building over whether the Trump administration will include oil in the sanctions that the U.S. president has threatened if Putin does not agree to peace talks.—
Brendan Cole,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 May 2025
Noun
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In 1787, right after the ratification of the Constitution, the U.S. government charted the Bank of the United States.—
Time,
Time,
23 May 2025
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The ratification passed with 338 votes in favor, far surpassing the 226 needed.—
Amanda Castro
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 May 2025
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Not for attention, approbation, another hit of dopamine.—
Colin Fleming,
New York Daily News,
26 May 2025
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On the floor, Biles’ every routine Tuesday received a studied silence, and every landing received raucous approbation.—
Brendan Quinn,
The Athletic,
30 July 2024
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“Thumbs-up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thumbs-up. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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