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as in furrow
a small fold in a soft and otherwise smooth surface the old woman's face creased into wrinkles as she smiled the curtains cascaded onto the floor in ripples and wrinkles
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as in innovation
something (as a device) created for the first time through the use of the imagination the latest wrinkle in digital photography
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as in to crumple
to create (as by crushing) an irregular mass of creases in sitting down on the bedspread wrinkled it
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Recent Examples of wrinkle
Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 13 Apr. 2026 As for skin, Rahman says evidence shows red light therapy can help improve fine lines and wrinkles, though the effects are modest compared to more aggressive treatments like laser peels that dermatologists can perform in the office. —Maria Godoy, NPR, 13 Apr. 2026
Victoria Spencer, Martha Stewart, 31 Mar. 2026 Meanwhile, in the early 1900s, people feared broadcast radio would wrinkle their skin, dry up the sky, and even cause flooding by breaking up clouds. —Tim Brinkhof, Big Think, 3 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for wrinkle
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Kerr also said the Warriors were not interested in showing up strategic wrinkles, instead hoping to get Steph Curry around 30 minutes while trying out different lineups. —Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 13 Apr. 2026 As for skin, Rahman says evidence shows red light therapy can help improve fine lines and wrinkles, though the effects are modest compared to more aggressive treatments like laser peels that dermatologists can perform in the office. —Maria Godoy, NPR, 13 Apr. 2026
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When selecting pencil-thin asparagus, make sure the skin is not wrinkled, as this is a sign of dehydration or woodiness. —Victoria Spencer, Martha Stewart, 31 Mar. 2026 Meanwhile, in the early 1900s, people feared broadcast radio would wrinkle their skin, dry up the sky, and even cause flooding by breaking up clouds. —Tim Brinkhof, Big Think, 3 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for wrinkle
Recent Examples of Synonyms for wrinkle
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Each year without the dead only deepens the furrow of their absence.— Sasha Geffen, Pitchfork, 10 Mar. 2026
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This creates an intricate network of microscopic cracks that, in addition to visible furrows, help retain the water elephants douse themselves in to stay cool.— Clare Watson, Quanta Magazine, 27 Feb. 2026
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McRae was deeply involved in economic development and improvements in education and developed a national reputation for innovation.— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 11 Apr. 2026
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If your company values innovation, hire people who challenge ideas and push for creative solutions — not just those who agree with everything.— Karla Vallecillo, Hartford Courant, 11 Apr. 2026
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Flexi-form technology prevents creasing, while light refracting pigments blur the look of fine lines and texture.— Tory Johnson, ABC News, 7 Apr. 2026
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The key here is to look for smart fits and dressy details, including creasing, pleating, and even embroidery.— Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 24 Mar. 2026
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Some might view that as a bad thing, given that the Broncos’ run-game consistency crumpled after that Dobbins injury.— Luca Evans, Denver Post, 10 Apr. 2026
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Take a half a sheet of parchment paper, crumple it completely, open it and use it to line the walls of the pan.— Amisha Gurbani, San Francisco Chronicle, 10 Apr. 2026
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Some adolescents may need therapy or other inventions from mental health professionals, says Skeer.— Jillian Pretzel, Parents, 11 Apr. 2026
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His invention was modestly successful, acquired by Monsanto but ultimately rejected by the public for its subpar taste.— Alison Herman, Variety, 9 Apr. 2026
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Mind you, that was also by design — the west side of the stadium was roped off entirely, so that 50% of capacity was scrunched into one half of the building.— Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 12 Apr. 2026
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Further inspection found a Mexican citizen scrunched into a makeshift, dry compartment in the gas tank that February day.— Jim Radcliffe, Oc Register, 3 Apr. 2026
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Texas hemp retailers are getting temporary relief after a judge blocked the state's new ban on smokable THC products – a rule that shop owners say threatened to wipe out large portions of their business.— Briseida Holguin, CBS News, 12 Apr. 2026
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China banned the import of Taiwanese pineapples in 2021 and since then extended the import ban to products as varied as the grouper fish, squid, tuna and other fruits.— ABC News, ABC News, 12 Apr. 2026
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The cushions are bouncy and covered in a fade-resistant material, and when not in use, the chair folds to save space.— Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 21 Apr. 2026
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The wings show camber on the outer sections and appear capable of folding for carrier operations.— Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 21 Apr. 2026
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“Wrinkle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.grautoblog.com/thesaurus/wrinkle. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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