THUMBS (THROUGH) Synonyms: 29 Similar Words

thumbs (through)

verb

present tense third-person singular of thumb (through)

as in leafs (through)

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Put both on the same page and the comparison turns over.

— Güney Yıldız, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026
Economic incentives would be phased in as Tehran turns over nuclear material, dismantles nuclear facilities, and demonstrates a commitment to regional stability, the senior administration official said.

— Nik Popli, Time, 12 June 2026

Definition of turns over

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Campsite Tonight frequently scans several websites throughout California and several other states (including Utah for those dreaming of a trip to Zion National Park).

— Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026
The patient is immersed in a water bath, and the system scans the patient with a 360-degree ring of ultrasound scanners fully surrounding the patient.

— Paul Hsieh, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026

Definition of scans

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Every format—before anyone reads a single word on the ad—is already communicating something about the brand behind it.

— Adam Salacuse, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
The label reads like a pantry inventory egg whites, dates and nuts and the protein comes from egg whites, a complete protein source.

— Lauren Jarvis-Gibson July 6, Miami Herald, 6 July 2026

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thumbs (through)

thumbs-up

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