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a small figure often of a human being used especially as a child's plaything
there was a row of dolls along the shelf in the bedroom
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Recent Examples of doll
On retirement from the base, Mark’s grandmother decided to turn her hobby of making porcelain dolls into a second career and relocated to the suburb with her husband and son (Mark’s father) in the late 1970s.
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Sharon Udasin, The Hill, 10 Apr. 2025
The doll will be available Monday for $75.
—Raisa Habersham, Miami Herald, 10 Apr. 2025
According to Mattel, James was closely involved in personalizing the doll’s outfit and accessories.
—Joan Verdon, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Barbie set out for their James doll to capture his fashion sense off the court and his height on the court.
—David Betancourt, New York Times, 9 Apr. 2025
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Sharon Udasin, The Hill, 10 Apr. 2025
The doll will be available Monday for $75.
—Raisa Habersham, Miami Herald, 10 Apr. 2025
According to Mattel, James was closely involved in personalizing the doll’s outfit and accessories.
—Joan Verdon, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Barbie set out for their James doll to capture his fashion sense off the court and his height on the court.
—David Betancourt, New York Times, 9 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for doll
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The soundless video shows a worker walking toward the black and white colored chopper that has its main rotor blade tied to a dolly.—
Michael Dorgan,
FOXNews.com,
12 Apr. 2025
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The engine covers and other parts are sorted from supplier containers into dollies, which are then placed adjacent to the assembly line so that employees may easily access them.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Mar. 2025
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But don’t despair, my scarred and scarring lovelies.—
Matt Thompson,
Spin,
10 Sep. 2023
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Serve these layered lovelies in old-fashioned glasses to make the treat extra special.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 July 2023
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Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz, who is essentially Netanyahu’s puppet, has established a new administrative body in his ministry to promote emigration.—
Amos Harel,
Foreign Affairs,
7 Apr. 2025
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In both films, the director insisted on using real animal fibers for the puppets.—
Eli Wizevich,
Smithsonian Magazine,
7 Apr. 2025
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Fortunately, more and more brands are catering to busty babes with super supportive and stylish bras that lift and flatter without compromising comfort.—
Andrea Jordan,
Glamour,
10 Apr. 2025
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In the immortal words of Chappell Roan, good luck, babe!—
Charlie Mason,
TVLine,
3 Apr. 2025
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Wedding in the Tuscan Hills Was All About Food and Family By Shelby Wax The latest fashion news, beauty coverage, celebrity style, fashion week updates, culture reviews, and videos on Vogue.com.—
Emma Specter,
Vogue,
21 Apr. 2025
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In addition to Eucerin's Radiant Tone Collection, Hale's top beauty tips are nothing if not practical.—
Catherine Santino,
People.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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The island is home to over 260 bird species, as well as other animals like alligators and foxes.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
17 Apr. 2025
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The foxes, however, eat the hares and thus limit their population.—
Manon Bischoff,
Scientific American,
16 Apr. 2025
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Soul Kemper Slip-On Sneaker Shoppers call this comfy cutie perfect for casual-day outfits: nicer-looking than lace-up sneakers but just as breathable and easy-wearing.—
Miles Walls,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 Apr. 2025
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Born in 1928, the curly-haired cutie was launched into stardom with the release of the Fox studios feature film Stand Up and Cheer!—
Michelle Duncan,
Architectural Digest,
28 Mar. 2025
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At the same time, the Boston Marathon, which has been held on Patriots’ Day since 1897, brings tens of thousands of people to participate and witness the marathon, the Boston Athletic Association said.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr.,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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Taylor received a financial boost from tech and business leaders who funneled tens of thousands of dollars into independent expenditure committees supporting his candidacy.—
Jessica Garrison,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Apr. 2025
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“Doll.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/doll. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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