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pad

[pad] / pæd /
NOUN
tablet of paper
Synonyms
STRONGEST
notebook notepad paper
STRONG
block jotter memorandum parchment quire ream scratch slips
WEAK
scratch pad
NOUN
dwelling, room
Synonyms
STRONG
abode coop crib digs hangout hideout hive house layout lodging quarters residence residency setup
VERB
protect with cushioning
Synonyms
STRONG
cushion fill line pack protect shape stuff
WEAK
fill out
Antonyms
WEAK
simplify uncomplicate
VERB
elaborate, amplify
Synonyms
STRONGEST
augment embellish fudge inflate overstate
STRONG
bulk embroider enlarge exaggerate expand increase lengthen magnify overdraw protract spin stretch
WEAK
fill out flesh out
Antonyms
STRONG
abbreviate abridge compress curtail decrease diminish lessen lower play down reduce shorten shrink
WEAK
simplify uncomplicate
VERB
walk quietly; walk ploddingly
Synonyms
STRONGEST
sneak traipse
STRONG
creep hike march patter pitter-patter plod pussyfoot steal tramp trek trudge
WEAK
go barefoot
Antonyms
STRONG
tiptoe
WEAK
simplify uncomplicate

Example Sentences

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But I do believe that we set a launching pad at the end of Season 2 that takes us into some pretty fun places that we’re in right now, and I gotta go finish that.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

After launch, engineers carried out a thorough review of the launch pad and mobile launcher systems.

From Science Daily • May 4, 2026

The most effective way for the sector to pad its margins is to double down on looking, and functioning, like a sizable version of your phone.

From Slate • May 3, 2026

Still, Trainor did not manage to secure that full ask, with records indicating that the sale of the posh pad closed for $6.83 million on April 15.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 20, 2026

“Welcome to the Gold Line. Arcanum ID out. Tap the pad, then find a seat.”

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton