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as in jail
British slang
a place of confinement for persons held in lawful custody
the blokes at the pub traded stories of nights spent in the nick after having lifted too many pints
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as in shape
British
a state of being or fitness
the princess is in excellent nick these days
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as in to steal
to take (something) without right and with an intent to keep
that lorry was a piece of rubbish, I don't know why anyone would want to nick it
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as in to arrest
to take or keep under one's control by authority of law
a petty thief who was always getting nicked for picking the pockets of tourists outside Buckingham Palace
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Recent Examples of nick
Phil Hay, The Athletic, 20 Jan. 2025
If shaving, wash the area with antibacterial soap first, apply a protective gel, and shave carefully to avoid nicks and cuts that can lead to new lesions or infections.
—Lindsay Curtis, Health, 4 Jan. 2025
Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Feb. 2025
One would-be assassin nicked his ear, coming within millimeters of murdering him on national television.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 17 Jan. 2025
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Noun
William was different: schooled in the role of Youri Tielemans which helped Villa nick a 2-2 draw at Arsenal on Saturday, clued up on double midfield pivots and versed in the web of profit and sustainability (PSR).
—Phil Hay, The Athletic, 20 Jan. 2025
If shaving, wash the area with antibacterial soap first, apply a protective gel, and shave carefully to avoid nicks and cuts that can lead to new lesions or infections.
—Lindsay Curtis, Health, 4 Jan. 2025
Verb
Veggie Seeds to Soak peas squash beets peppers beans
cucumbers
pumpkin
corn
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11 Essential Tips for Growing Vegetables from Seed for Beginners
Super hard seeds like beans will benefit from nicking the seed coat with a sandpaper block, file, or sharp knife before soaking.
—Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Feb. 2025
One would-be assassin nicked his ear, coming within millimeters of murdering him on national television.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 17 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nick
Noun
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Apple announced its first Mac Studio updates in nearly two years today, a few months after bringing the M4 and M4 Pro chips to the Mac mini.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
5 Mar. 2025
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This is because of how these Ultra-grade M-series chips are produced.—
Joe Osborne,
PCMAG,
5 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Wedding served a four-year jail sentence after agreeing to forfeit more than $121,000 seized during an airport sting and agreeing to drop an appeal of his conviction.—
Jackson Thompson,
Fox News,
8 Mar. 2025
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Both suspects were arrested and booked into main jail.—
Anne Gelhaus,
The Mercury News,
7 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Similarly, knowing a protein’s shape helps scientists design molecules that fit perfectly into it, making drugs more effective.—
Priyanka Naik,
The Conversation,
7 Mar. 2025
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These social expectations put pressure on the individual to bend themselves into a shape that fits within their social circle—to let go of the unique parts of themself in order to fit in.—
Roya Backlund,
StyleCaster,
7 Mar. 2025
Verb
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While the competitive spirt was certainly alive and well between co-parents Tarek, Heather and Christina throughout the season, another personal crisis unexpectedly stole the show: Christina's split from Josh.—
Colson Thayer,
People.com,
6 Mar. 2025
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While its interior artfully blends mid-century aesthetics with a modern Scandinavian feel, the food and beverage program truly steals the spotlight.—
Hudson Lindenberger,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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The sheriff said his priority would be working with ICE to arrest members of gangs, such as Tren de Aragua, or TDA, which is based in Venezuela and Bradshaw said has a presence in Miami.—
Anthony Man,
Sun Sentinel,
2 Mar. 2025
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In return for the temporary dismissal of his indictment for bribery and fraud, Adams’ promised to assist the Trump administration in arresting migrants in New York City.—
Nick Akerman,
New York Daily News,
2 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Meanwhile, her towering platform heels were seen through her dress' daring thigh-high slit.—
Rachel Flynn,
People.com,
3 Mar. 2025
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The look featured a semi-sheer element and included a dramatic thigh-high slit and plunging neckline with thin straps.—
Julia Teti,
WWD,
3 Mar. 2025
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The two were later tried separately, with Lori being sentenced to life in prison without parole and Chad, who was part of a doomsday cult, sentenced to death, also for the murder of Lori's two kids and his first wife.—
Jordana Comiter,
People.com,
8 Mar. 2025
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In prison, McTiernan interviewed many of his fellow inmates to gather their stories and testimonies.—
Maelle Beauget-Uhl,
Forbes,
8 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Dry and breezy conditions were prompting red flag warnings across much of the Southeast on Saturday and into Sunday.—
Bill Hutchinson,
ABC News,
2 Mar. 2025
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Nigella seeds are generally considered safe for most adults without health conditions, but there are a few safety considerations to keep in mind.—
Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, RDN, LD,
Health,
2 Mar. 2025
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“Nick.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nick. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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