as in sock
a close-fitting covering for the foot and leg
thick wool stockings designed to be worn with hiking boots
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Recent Examples of stocking
Violet Goldstone, WWD, 1 Mar. 2025
Her sultry ensemble included red thigh-high stockings and a matching, lacy bra and thong set, also in red.
—Colson Thayer, People.com, 24 Feb. 2025
Wear compression socks, sleeves, or stockings: Wearing compression socks can increase the blood flow to your legs and arms to reduce swelling from water retention.
—Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 21 Feb. 2025
These stockings allow for more mobility and meet certain strength specifications.
—Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 30 Jan. 2025
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The Grammy winner accessorized with sheer knee-high stockings and black pumps.
—Violet Goldstone, WWD, 1 Mar. 2025
Her sultry ensemble included red thigh-high stockings and a matching, lacy bra and thong set, also in red.
—Colson Thayer, People.com, 24 Feb. 2025
Wear compression socks, sleeves, or stockings: Wearing compression socks can increase the blood flow to your legs and arms to reduce swelling from water retention.
—Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 21 Feb. 2025
These stockings allow for more mobility and meet certain strength specifications.
—Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 30 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stocking
Noun
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Two handwritten notes were concealed in socks delivered to Luigi Mangione, accused of killing United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson.—
N'dea Yancey-Bragg,
USA Today,
28 Mar. 2025
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Here are the team’s picks for the best running shoes, massage guns, fitness trackers, workout socks and more.—
Elizabeth Robinson,
NBC news,
26 Mar. 2025
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Iris lumbered over and started eating from the pile under Poppy.—
Amanda Kooser,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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The 35-year-old shutdown defender is eating the toughest matchups on the back end, yet continues to deliver elite defensive results.—
Harman Dayal,
The Athletic,
8 Jan. 2025
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Of the 419 parks, including historic sites, monuments, rivers, and more, managed by the National Park Service, only 108 charge regular entrance fees—ranging from $10 to $35—that will be waived.—
Michelle Baran,
AFAR Media,
31 Dec. 2024
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Its rooms are larger, ranging from 580-square-foot suites with private plunge pools to a 2,300-square-foot Retreat penthouse.—
Carley Thornell,
Robb Report,
31 Dec. 2024
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Advertisement The latest accident prompted anger at the government for not equipping the convoy with flotation devices.—
Jean-Yves Kamale and Wilson McMakin,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Dec. 2024
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Schools, organizations and governments must focus on expanding understanding of AI beyond tech professionals, equipping the public with the knowledge needed to engage thoughtfully with AI systems.—
Sarim Nadeem,
Forbes,
20 Dec. 2024
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By raising funds or donating resources, cannabis companies can help provide legal aid, job training, or even medical support for those who rely on cannabis for health reasons.—
Matt Rozo,
The Mercury News,
30 Dec. 2024
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Pull out everything in your closet, dressers, and nightstands, discarding or donating whatever hasn't been used, doesn't fit, or is simply creating clutter in a space that's supposed to bring calm.—
Quincy Bulin,
Southern Living,
29 Dec. 2024
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In February 2014, Bonilla was sentenced in New Haven federal court to 68 months in prison and four years of supervised release for distributing heroin, court records show.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
8 Jan. 2025
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The joint task force operation found the organization was distributing various drugs, including opioids, high-grade marijuana, THC products and MDMA.—
Kerry Breen,
CBS News,
7 Jan. 2025
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By presenting MicroStrategy as a bold leader ready to use new technology for major gains, this strategic orientation might set a major precedent in the tech and financial sectors.—
Jim Osman,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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Interesting Engineering has been tracking and presenting these advanced transportation stories year-round for you, our readers.—
Kapil Kajal,
Interesting Engineering,
23 Dec. 2024
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“Stocking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stocking. Accessed 8 Apr. 2025.
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