vein

noun

ˈvān How to pronounce vein (audio)
Definition of veinnext
as in manner
a distinctive way of putting ideas into words the author goes on in that sarcastic vein for pages

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Recent Examples of vein Potassium deficiency causes yellowing and scorching along leaf edges, weak stems, and interveinal chlorosis, a yellowing between the leaf veins. — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 3 July 2026 In that vein, the Kenyan government also showed political courage by allowing the rescue planes to refuel in Nairobi and the injured to be treated there. — Anne Neuberger, The Atlantic, 3 July 2026 The design and materials of devices such as bone saws, fleams and scarifacators – used to bleed veins and skin surfaces – illustrate the close affinity of humans with other animals. — Katherine Ott, The Conversation, 2 July 2026 Croc Docs researcher Eric Suarez and Cole with the SFWMD restrained the python while Welty drew blood from a vein near the base of her tail. — Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for vein
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vein
  1. manner
  2. tone
  3. mode
  4. style
Noun
  • But even here, where the damage is being done gleefully and wantonly, the US Congress has stood up to these funding cuts in a bipartisan manner.
    — Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 3 July 2026
  • The platform should be structured in a manner that is intuitive, engaging and easy to navigate, enabling employees to quickly locate relevant information and resources.
    — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
Definition of manner
Noun
  • Destinations that combine crystal-clear seas, warm sand tones and unspoilt scenery consistently stand out as the places people most dream about visiting.
    — Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 5 July 2026
  • Navigation instructions are presented in plenty of time and with a confident tone.
    — James Raia, Mercury News, 5 July 2026
Definition of tone
Noun
  • To characterize the new mode, Kyle Uckert, SHERLOC’s deputy principal investigator at NASA’s JPL, and his colleagues collected spectra from spare flight optics in their own lab.
    — Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 4 July 2026
  • Dick arrives as the Clippers are in rebuild mode following the trade of Leonard.
    — Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 4 July 2026
Definition of mode
Noun
  • Miles of security fencing now surround the National Mall, with extensive road closures and airport-style screening at entrances to both the Great American State Fair and the Salute to America event.
    — Kyla Guilfoil, NBC news, 5 July 2026
  • This pretty jean skirt has a stretchy drawstring waistband and two deep front pockets that add a laidback touch to the midi style.
    — Melony Forcier, PEOPLE, 5 July 2026
Definition of style

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“Vein.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vein. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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