as in pet
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as in pouts
to silently go about in a bad mood
the toddler would sulk for hours whenever he didn't get his way
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sulk(s)
Noun
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Tuesday's Live moment recalled a 2023 instance on the show where fill-in cohost Anderson Cooper was compared to pets live on the air, with the program offering up side-by-side shots of the CNN journalist and a small dog named — no joke — Cooper Anderson.—
Joey Nolfi Published,
EW.com,
3 June 2025 -
On June 1, a dog owner was walking her two pets in Steamboat Springs when she was attacked by a mama moose, officials said.—
Paloma Chavez,
Sacbee.com,
3 June 2025
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In today’s newsletter: Why Cannes still flexes in a chaotic industry How to roll with the chaos without losing your cool Why hustling beats clinging to the past This year, Cannes will have an extra frisson of, uh, excitement thanks to Trump’s tariff tantrum and the vibe toward Americans in general.—
Dana Harris-Bridson,
IndieWire,
12 May 2025
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Eventually, the child will learn how to regulate emotions on their own, which requires you to step back a little—even during tantrums.—
Alex Vance,
Parents,
5 May 2025
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Made with a double-tiered ruffle sleeve, this summer top has a relaxed fit and can be worn tucked into your shorts or loose for a more casual vibe.—
Rylee Johnston,
Travel + Leisure,
3 June 2025
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Quote Will Excite Detroit Fans To that end, the Lions have been urged to consider and named the best fit to land a very familiar face.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 June 2025
Noun
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They were quickly showered with boos and insults, along with various food items and beverages, including my mother’s large Pepsi.—
Leonard Greene,
New York Daily News,
17 May 2025
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The statue was widely reviled by locals, who saw its abstract look as ugly and an insult to the first lady.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
16 May 2025
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Your mental and physical health, along with your routines and responsibilities could all be thrown into a tizzy.—
Kyle Thomas,
People.com,
11 May 2025
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The interview aftermath sent social media into a tizzy, prompting memes and headlines in reaction to the viral moment.—
Skyler Caruso,
People.com,
1 May 2025
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“Sulk(s).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sulk%28s%29. Accessed 7 Jun. 2025.
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