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as in pacifist
a person who opposes war or warlike policies
the doves were in favor of using the surplus to improve the nation's schools and not its weapons systems
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as in angel
an innocent or gentle person
he's a dove who wouldn't hurt a fly
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Recent Examples of dove
In mid-September, a team sailed across Lake Huron, dove to the shipwreck and filled several large tubes with 19th-century rye seeds.
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Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 25 Nov. 2024
On the other hand, doves and whitewings excite me only mildly.
—Jack O’Connor, Outdoor Life, 6 Nov. 2024
Blanchett skipped a blouse and, instead of the peekaboo bra trend seen on red carpets throughout the year, opted for a standout accessory — a bold gold dove statement necklace with her all-black suit.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 10 Oct. 2024
Mega Tjandra carefully clutched Putih, her pet dove, in her hands; Teddy, a shih tzu, sat patiently at the feet of his owner, while Mili was held by hers.
—Leonard Ortiz, Orange County Register, 5 Oct. 2024
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Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 25 Nov. 2024
On the other hand, doves and whitewings excite me only mildly.
—Jack O’Connor, Outdoor Life, 6 Nov. 2024
Blanchett skipped a blouse and, instead of the peekaboo bra trend seen on red carpets throughout the year, opted for a standout accessory — a bold gold dove statement necklace with her all-black suit.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 10 Oct. 2024
Mega Tjandra carefully clutched Putih, her pet dove, in her hands; Teddy, a shih tzu, sat patiently at the feet of his owner, while Mili was held by hers.
—Leonard Ortiz, Orange County Register, 5 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dove
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The official synopsis reads: When a pacifist is called to a political act that could change the course of history, how will a man of honor respond?Nancy Tartaglione, Deadline, 20 June 2024
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Rankin was a lifelong pacifist who campaigned for social and electoral reform.Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 27 Mar. 2024
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The company’s existing investors Greycroft, Correlation Ventures and MVP Ventures also joined in the round — along with notable angel investors including Gokul Rajaram and Ken Pilot.Arthur Zaczkiewicz, WWD, 13 Jan. 2025
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Amit Jain, finance/strategy expert, angel investor, leads Dhruva Advisors USA & USACFO, driving M&A, cross-border investments & acquisitions One of the most difficult parts of the fundraising exercise for entrepreneurs is negotiating the valuation discussion.Amit Jain, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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Just as players in Catan must strategically optimize their use of sheep and cotton for long-term success, leaders must leverage technology and talent in the real world to drive better outcomes.Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
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Sustainability is a key pillar of the Wool Excellence Club and members cannot mules their sheep.Patty Huntington, WWD, 26 Dec. 2024
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In 1994, Hezbollah struck a private Jewish community center, the Argentine Jewish Mutual Association building in Buenos Aires, murdering 85 innocents and injuring another 300.Nina Turner, Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2024
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Not just for Price but for the innocents who perished during the conflicts, some by her actions.Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 22 Nov. 2024
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Bones offers a hearty list of steak and chop cuts, including a Mixed Grill that gives you a sampling of filet mignon, lamb, and pheasant sausage.Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 31 Dec. 2024
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So, too, lamb chops are truly enhanced by the masala potato and pineapple chutney ($32).John Mariani, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
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“Dove.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dove. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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