DOZER Synonyms: 6 Similar and Opposite Words

dozer

noun

ˈdō-zər

Definition of dozer

as in sleeper

one who sleeps the driver had to make an abrupt stop that wakened the dozers on the bus

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Recent Examples of dozer Firefighters on Wednesday afternoon attacked the fire from the ground and air, using dozers, a helicopter and a plane. — Ryanne Mena, Oc Register, 2 Sep. 2026 The rescue effort is happening as hundreds of firefighters, engines and dozers battle the Ross Fire. — S.e. Jenkins, CBS News, 28 Aug. 2026 Fire crews are using dozers and aircraft to protect structures and battle the blaze. — Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 25 Aug. 2026 At least 10 engines, two water tenders, six helicopters, three dozers, 10 hand crews and 200 personnel were assigned to the Putah Fire, according to firefighters. — Reeti Malhotra, Sacbee.com, 8 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for dozer

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sleeper

Noun

Side sleepers and anyone worried about long-term hearing health should lean toward flat-speaker headbands or pillow speakers, which Laird flagged as the safer, more comfortable option for all-night use.

— Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Oct. 2026
For side sleepers and anyone worried about ear health, Laird recommends a soft sleep headband with flat speakers or a pillow speaker because those keep the ear canal more open.

— Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 9 Oct. 2026

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