Thesaurus results for RUBBER

rubber

noun

Definition of rubber

as in volley

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Recent Examples of rubber Burns allowed three runs — two earned — on six hits in 5 2/3 innings as Cincinnati beat the Cubs in the rubber game of the series after losing six of seven matchups previously. — ABC News, 30 Aug. 2026 Roadtack rubber outsoles provide traction and rebound while keeping you steady on uneven surfaces, too. — Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 29 Aug. 2026 Instead, the toys gathered in young Maggy Howard’s room are simple objects crafted from rubber, tin, and wood. — Literary Hub, 28 Aug. 2026 Inspect the weatherstripping for cracked, compressed or missing foam, vinyl or rubber seals. — Alora Bopray, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for rubber

Recent Examples of Synonyms for rubber

Noun

The cute and fluffy scene in Zelensky’s office in Kyiv was the latest volley in a deadly serious battle of visuals that runs in parallel to Ukraine’s fight against Russia’s brutal four-year invasion.

— Laurie Kellman, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026
The height of this strategy shift was the Sneak Attack by Roger (SABR), in which Federer crept forward to return opponent’s serves almost on the half volley, shortening points and taking away time from his opponent.

— Amelie Claydon, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of volley

Noun

Without vegetation, a barren burn scar allows runoff to flow more quickly.

— Jamie Stengle, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026
The primary cause of hypoxia is nitrogen pollution, which comes from a variety of sources including sewage treatment plants, storm water runoff and atmospheric conditions.

— Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of runoff

Noun

When the counterweight drops, its momentum raises the other end of the seesaw, tossing the sling up in a big arc.

— ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 17 Aug. 2026
There was a big field behind the house with a playground, along the road each way were signs depicting kids on a seesaw.

— Joe Kinsey OutKick, FOXNews.com, 20 July 2026

Definition of seesaw

Noun

The rebuilt Pac-12, which will feature eight teams playing a round-robin followed by a flex game to close the regular season, might have the best shot at the G6’s CFP spot.

— Chris Vannini, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2026
Pivotal to Dallas reaching the final from Group 1 was a closing 3-2 victory over the Mad Drops to complete a 4-0 record in round-robin play.

— Glae Thien, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 July 2026

Definition of round-robin

Noun

Return to medium-high heat, cover pan with a tight-fitting lid, and cook until mussels open and sauce is bubbling, 5–7 minutes.

— Claire Wadsworth, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Sep. 2026
Staying safe in Pittsburgh's heat Allegheny County encouraged residents to check on neighbors, friends and family, particularly older adults or people with health conditions.

— Finch Walker, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of heat

Noun

The more Tom tries to pick up the parental slack left by his wife’s sudden death, the more Jake seems to pull away, which allows the new Whisper Man to gain a toehold in their lives.

— Josh Weiss, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2026
Less than two weeks after the sudden death of her costar Hayden Panettiere, the Nashville actress posted an Instagram tribute to Dolly Parton following the country superstar’s death on Tuesday.

— Kathleen Perricone, Entertainment Weekly, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of sudden death

Noun

Alpha and longshot Golden Ticket finish in a historic dead heat in the $1 million Travers Stakes at Saratoga Race Course.

— Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 25 Aug. 2026
Stitt has endorsed Mazzei in the runoff, but endorsements seem to carry little weight as polls show the two candidates in a dead heat.

— Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of dead heat

Noun

This time the 11-10 favorite found himself on the wrong side of a five-horse photo finish.

— Jay Posner, Los Angeles Times, 30 Aug. 2026
The German won the men's marathon at the European championships on Sunday morning by a whopping 7 seconds, less than a year after missing out on gold in a photo finish at the world championships in Tokyo.

— ABC News, ABC News, 16 Aug. 2026