as in bombing
to defeat by a large margin
man, they totally smoked us today!
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Recent Examples of smoking
Yang says lung cancer risk is shaped by environmental triggers like air pollution and radon gas, by genetic factors and, of course, by smoking.
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Caleb Hellerman, CNN Money, 29 Apr. 2026
Another man, rakishly smoking a cigarette and dressed in an incongruous outfit of sweatpants and a plaid peacoat, has painted his face to resemble the Joker.
—Chris Wiley, New Yorker, 28 Apr. 2026
At Marlborough Gallery, Philip Guston had shed his Abstract Expressionist skin and reintroduced himself to the art world through figurative paintings of thuggish, cigar smoking Klansmen.
—Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 27 Apr. 2026
There are also a few minor, period-accurate moments of people smoking cigarettes or cigars and drinking alcohol, typically in a workplace environment or business meeting.
—Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2026
Vapes are not subject to the ban, but laws restricting the sale of vapes and nicotine products will be strengthened under the new legislation, as will bans on smoking in public places.
—Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 22 Apr. 2026
Our room was papered with a charming House of Hackney print featuring a sloth smoking a hookah, a badger sipping a tropical cocktail, and an otter fanning itself.
—Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 20 Apr. 2026
Brown also asked about medical records that showed Mensing started smoking marijuana and drinking alcohol at age 11 and taking opioids at 16.
—Charlotte Observer, 17 Apr. 2026
The semi, according to the Colorado State Patrol, was travelling at an excessive speed with its brakes smoking prior to the crash.
—Logan Smith, CBS News, 17 Apr. 2026
Caleb Hellerman, CNN Money, 29 Apr. 2026
Another man, rakishly smoking a cigarette and dressed in an incongruous outfit of sweatpants and a plaid peacoat, has painted his face to resemble the Joker.
—Chris Wiley, New Yorker, 28 Apr. 2026
At Marlborough Gallery, Philip Guston had shed his Abstract Expressionist skin and reintroduced himself to the art world through figurative paintings of thuggish, cigar smoking Klansmen.
—Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 27 Apr. 2026
There are also a few minor, period-accurate moments of people smoking cigarettes or cigars and drinking alcohol, typically in a workplace environment or business meeting.
—Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2026
Vapes are not subject to the ban, but laws restricting the sale of vapes and nicotine products will be strengthened under the new legislation, as will bans on smoking in public places.
—Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 22 Apr. 2026
Our room was papered with a charming House of Hackney print featuring a sloth smoking a hookah, a badger sipping a tropical cocktail, and an otter fanning itself.
—Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 20 Apr. 2026
Brown also asked about medical records that showed Mensing started smoking marijuana and drinking alcohol at age 11 and taking opioids at 16.
—Charlotte Observer, 17 Apr. 2026
The semi, according to the Colorado State Patrol, was travelling at an excessive speed with its brakes smoking prior to the crash.
—Logan Smith, CBS News, 17 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for smoking
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Now, the president’s not only banning Iran but also bombing it, to the tune of a $25-billion war.—
Lorraine Ali,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2026
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Yesterday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told Israeli military personnel that the terms of the ceasefire with Lebanon allow Israel to continue bombing throughout the country.—
Mustafa Qadri,
CNN Money,
28 Apr. 2026
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Carlsson concluded an odd-man rush by burying a beautiful backhand.—
Andrew Knoll,
Oc Register,
25 Apr. 2026
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The mower was burying itself under shrubs and smashing into 6-inch-tall+ (15-cm+) stone walls.—
Joe Salas
April 25,
New Atlas,
25 Apr. 2026
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If the frosting seems soft and dense, give it a chill before whipping again.—
Shilpa Uskokovic,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
28 Apr. 2026
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Later that evening, three rounds of hail inundated the house, followed by two bouts of whipping winds.—
Rachel Royster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
27 Apr. 2026
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More Than One Way to Survive in Business Entrepreneurs have been positioned to accept that overcoming the competition is the only way to succeed in business, but there may be other paths forward.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
1 May 2026
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The Blackbeard project aims to achieve all this while overcoming the obstacles that have hindered previous attempts at hypersonic weaponry.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Apr. 2026
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Carr is a natural athlete who moves like a great shortstop, and his ability to find cleaner throwing air out of the pocket — and his ability to make throws from multiple arm slots — is special.—
Nick Baumgardner,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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Shota Imanaga isn’t known for throwing his sweeper much.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
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Though Edwards and DiVincenzo are their two best 3-point shooters and offensive creators, a revival of the smothering defense that fueled the rally in Game 2 and blowout wins in Games 3 and 4 will be the biggest key to the Timberwolves taking the series.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
29 Apr. 2026
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The standout point from the opening 45 minutes is that PSG have to be better against Bayern’s press — arguably these are Europe’s two best sides for squeezing and smothering opponents.—
Liam Tharme,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2026
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Congratulations to 16-year-old Mathis Albert, who came on as a late substitute for Dortmund and became the youngest American to play in the Bundesliga, beating Gio Reyna’s record.—
Sebastian Stafford-Bloor,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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Aside from beating the stuffing out of a life-sized penguin plushie, Gritty has mocked — and stalked — the team's fans.—
Kaitlyn McCormick,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2026
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To reduce spider activities, Ruiz recommends vacuuming and dusting frequently.—
Charlotte Maracina,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2026
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Among the many spring-cleaning jobs are those that don't take much time, like laundering the pet's bedding or dusting the ceiling fans.—
Jolie Kerr,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Apr. 2026
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“Smoking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/smoking. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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