HONEYCOMB Synonyms: 51 Similar and Opposite Words

honeycomb

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Definition of honeycomb

as in to penetrate

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Recent Examples of honeycomb If the ice has a really dark, porous, or honeycombed appearance, that is a red flag too. — Ray Petelin, CBS News, 14 Feb. 2026 Cellular or Honeycomb Shades Cellular or honeycomb shades present an entirely different aesthetic, which may be better suited to your interior style, type of windows, or personal taste. — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 10 Jan. 2026 Adding to its innovation, the 'Monaco' integrates honeycomb thermoplastic heel technology, providing convenience by allowing natural motion without stiffness or rigidity, rubbing away material in other shoemakers usually. — Cassell Ferere, Forbes.com, 2 Apr. 2025 This sampler pack includes gourmet flavors like mint, chipotle and honeycomb to put a unique spin on your traditional box of chocolates. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 4 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for honeycomb

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The Biden administration designated Tren de Aragua as a transnational criminal organization in 2024 following requests from Republicans who said the group’s members have penetrated the southern border.

— Anna Giaritelli, The Washington Examiner, 15 Oct. 2026
Radar love Each low-flying helicopter is outfitted with a ground penetrating radar (GPR) instrument, one that can detect layering in the near surface, at depths unobservable by orbital radar.

— Leonard David, Space.com, 15 Oct. 2026

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Colima authorities said the risks remained low, but warned that heavy rainfall could cause damage because the ground was already saturated by successive storms along the Pacific coast.

— ABC News, ABC News, 17 Oct. 2026
If the soils were not saturated, microbial decomposition would happen too quickly, breaking down organic matter before the thick layers of peat, the signature of boglands, had a chance to form.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 16 Oct. 2026

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