Thesaurus results for LAUREL

laurel

noun

Definition of laurel

as in crown

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Recent Examples of laurel But with the series mothballed for more than a year prior to being officially axed, Meloni has not been resting on his laurels. — Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 8 June 2026 These plants are only hardy to Zone 8, so gardeners in colder climates should plant bay laurel in pots and move them indoors for the winter. — Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 June 2026 Just be sure to avoid planting the spurge-laurel variety, which is an invasive plant. — Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 6 June 2026 Rather than using insecticidal sprays in the garden, use plants like marigolds, lavender, rosemary, and bay laurel that repel insects. — Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 6 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for laurel

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Noun

After winning 13 of 17 national championships, dating to Florida’s 2006 title through Georgia’s back-to-back crowns in 2021-22, the SEC has failed to even reach the past three title games, while the Big Ten has won each one.

— Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Aug. 2026
All else went without a hitch at the show, which also featured a walk-on from crown holders from years past.

— Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of crown

Noun

Then, in 2023, as NASA brought the worm out of retirement, the logo regained its place on the tail, and the insignia (meatball) was moved to the body under the cockpits.

— Robert Pearlman, ArsTechnica, 27 Aug. 2026
First up is Monogram Dune, which shows off the LV’s iconic insignia in a warm beige.

— Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 20 Aug. 2026

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The title received Ontario Creates Development Funding and in June 2026 was awarded production funding from Telefilm Canada.

— Jennie Punter, Variety, 3 Sep. 2026
The platform launched with 10 original series, including titles from The Bold and the Beautiful executive producer and head writer Bradley Bell and Abominable Pictures founder and Childrens Hospital executive producer Jonathan Stern.

— Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of title

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Precious metals like gold and silver can quickly become discolored by skin care and styling products, and pearls are also extremely sensitive to them.

— Larissa Ratschkowski, Glamour, 30 Aug. 2026
Mirroring the look of King’s footwear, Osaka sported a metallic silver pleated top with a mock neckline and no sleeves.

— Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of silver

Noun

The decor is heavily inspired by various forms of Mexican art, including La Huasteca embroidery, which focuses on bright floral and geometric patterns, as well as touches of gold accents inspired by Mayan culture.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Aug. 2026
Last October, a woman was arrested and charged over the theft of gold from the Natural History Museum in Paris.

— CBS News, CBS News, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of gold

Noun

Lopez wore her pin-straight tresses in a middle part, while her makeup consisted of bronze eyeshadow, winged eyeliner, and pink blush.

— Hannah Malach, InStyle, 3 Sep. 2026
Nikko was named second-best Japanese restaurant in the city by Charlotte Observer readers and earned bronze for Best Sushi in the 2025 Charlotte’s Best poll.

— Kimberly Tutuska, Charlotte Observer, 2 Sep. 2026

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