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as in creases
a small fold in a soft and otherwise smooth surface
the old woman's face creased into wrinkles as she smiled the curtains cascaded onto the floor in ripples and wrinkles
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as in innovations
something (as a device) created for the first time through the use of the imagination
the latest wrinkle in digital photography
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as in crumples
to create (as by crushing) an irregular mass of creases in
sitting down on the bedspread wrinkled it
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Recent Examples of wrinkles
Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 30 Apr. 2026
Its star ingredient, matrixyl, is a blend of peptides that support your skin’s natural collagen production with long-term anti-aging results that target deeper lines and wrinkles.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 28 Apr. 2026
The luxurious-feeling moisturizer contains a ferment concentrate to fade sun spots or dark spots, and to combat wrinkles for a more resilient finish.
—Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 27 Apr. 2026
Start your morning with vitamin C Dullness is one of the factors that makes wrinkles appear more pronounced.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 27 Apr. 2026
In the dryer, avoid over-drying or leaving sheets sitting too long, as this can cause stiffness and wrinkles.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 27 Apr. 2026
Poor sleep makes wrinkles look deeper because the skin does not get adequate time to repair itself overnight.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Apr. 2026
On a clear night in the Steel City, chaos took hold as the first round of the NFL Draft revealed wrinkles unforeseen to tens of thousands of rabid fans in Pittsburgh.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 24 Apr. 2026
According to the brand, in a 8-week double-blind clinical study, this eye cream significantly improved the appearance of key visible signs of aging, including dark circles under-eye wrinkles, crow’s feet lines, and puffiness.
—Brianna Peters, Vogue, 22 Apr. 2026
Rachel Trujillo, Travel + Leisure, 30 Apr. 2026
There are still some lingering discrepancies, wrinkles that the team thinks other collisions between particles with sizes between protons and iron could help to iron out.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 8 Apr. 2026
Harlow wrinkles her nose, the perfect picture of disgust.
—Bailey Richards, PEOPLE, 30 Oct. 2025
Noun
Locals embrace its natural texture, wrinkles and all, which adds to that effortless feel.
—Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 30 Apr. 2026
Its star ingredient, matrixyl, is a blend of peptides that support your skin’s natural collagen production with long-term anti-aging results that target deeper lines and wrinkles.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 28 Apr. 2026
The luxurious-feeling moisturizer contains a ferment concentrate to fade sun spots or dark spots, and to combat wrinkles for a more resilient finish.
—Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 27 Apr. 2026
Start your morning with vitamin C Dullness is one of the factors that makes wrinkles appear more pronounced.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 27 Apr. 2026
In the dryer, avoid over-drying or leaving sheets sitting too long, as this can cause stiffness and wrinkles.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 27 Apr. 2026
Poor sleep makes wrinkles look deeper because the skin does not get adequate time to repair itself overnight.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Apr. 2026
On a clear night in the Steel City, chaos took hold as the first round of the NFL Draft revealed wrinkles unforeseen to tens of thousands of rabid fans in Pittsburgh.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 24 Apr. 2026
According to the brand, in a 8-week double-blind clinical study, this eye cream significantly improved the appearance of key visible signs of aging, including dark circles under-eye wrinkles, crow’s feet lines, and puffiness.
—Brianna Peters, Vogue, 22 Apr. 2026
Verb
Since the material never wrinkles, the pants are the ideal pick for wearing on long travel days or packing in your suitcase.
—Rachel Trujillo, Travel + Leisure, 30 Apr. 2026
There are still some lingering discrepancies, wrinkles that the team thinks other collisions between particles with sizes between protons and iron could help to iron out.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 8 Apr. 2026
Harlow wrinkles her nose, the perfect picture of disgust.
—Bailey Richards, PEOPLE, 30 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for wrinkles
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Many of them are made from wrinkle-resistant fabrics or soft knits that bounce back after being packed, while others rely on flowy silhouettes and forgiving textures that don’t show creases.—
Becca Blond,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Apr. 2026
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Garments spanning nylon half-zips to French Terry sweatshirts, garments look faded and worn-in and feature hallmarks of denim like whiskers, creases, abrasions and breakages that tell stories of time and use.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
24 Apr. 2026
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But rather than simply repeat the even-then ossified list of events leading to the invention of photography and the medium’s later innovations, the book uses a series of stories, reminiscences, and tall tales to describe how photography transformed everyday (and not so everyday) experience.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Apr. 2026
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Thanks to innovations from companies like ChargePoint, Tesla, Electrify America and more, electric vehicle charging is becoming a much quicker, more streamlined experience.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2026
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My now-husband and I were newly a couple and still working out the kinks and crumples in an evolving relationship.—
Jessica Chapel,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Jan. 2026
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The man crumples to the ground while the officer turns to walk away as the other officers stand by.—
Austin Sanders,
Austin American Statesman,
11 Oct. 2025
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Young olive trees have smooth, gray bark, while the bark develops interesting furrows as the plant ages.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
22 Apr. 2026
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This creates an intricate network of microscopic cracks that, in addition to visible furrows, help retain the water elephants douse themselves in to stay cool.—
Clare Watson,
Quanta Magazine,
27 Feb. 2026
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This agreement grants Inertia Enterprises rights to several foundational inventions necessary for building a fusion power plant.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
22 Apr. 2026
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Lately, some of the most interesting ideas showing up on resort menus and cruise ships aren’t coming from flashy new inventions, but from ingredients and dining concepts guests already know well, now resurfacing with new purpose.—
David Dickstein,
Oc Register,
22 Apr. 2026
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Four exercises, including the toe scrunches, to help improve balance.—
Lindsey Leake,
NBC news,
29 Apr. 2026
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The clear formula is lightweight but substantial enough to create a cast that scrunches out softly, leaving hair touchable instead of stiff.—
Malia Griggs,
Glamour,
30 Sep. 2025
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The cushions are bouncy and covered in a fade-resistant material, and when not in use, the chair folds to save space.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
21 Apr. 2026
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The folding lock design, such as the Kryptonite Kryptolok Folding Bicycle Lock, folds down to a small size for transport.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Wrinkles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wrinkles. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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