Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for jinxes
Noun
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In Jujutsu Kaisen, heroic jujutsu sorcerers wage war against demonic creatures called curses and the curse users, who wield jujutsu powers for evil.—
Eric Vilas-Boas, Vulture, 1 Jan. 2026
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And as relief from one of the greatest curses imaginable – chronic pain – the neuro-key may offer pain modulation without the expense, side effects, and addiction risk of opioids and systemic drugs.—
Verb
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Warner possesses valuable European sports rights that would require government approvals to sell.—
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The governor of New York possesses the authority, under the state constitution and the New York City Charter, to remove mayors and other local officials from office.—
Noun
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Ideally, cuttings should be taken just after roses drop their leaves in fall or immediately before the flower buds begin to break in late winter; however, cuttings can be taken any time in winter as long as gardens aren’t experiencing spells of extreme cold.—
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These two Premier League head coaches are under the microscope due to prolonged spells of underwhelming results and performances, operating in increasingly pressurised environments with unhappy fanbases.—
Noun
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Speaking of hoodoos, Bryce Canyon National Park and Kodachrome Basin State Park are both less than 50 miles away.—
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So there is no wonder why rose waters, rosehip oils, and rose oils are staples in the homes of hoodoos.—
Verb
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Although there may not be snow on the ground, the area still charms with its Alpine vistas, green meadows, and waterfalls, such as Staubbach Falls, the third-highest waterfall in Switzerland.—
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Yerin Ha joins the cast as Sophie, a maid who charms the noble Benedict.—
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“Jinxes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jinxes. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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