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sneaker

[snee-ker] / ˈsni kər /


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Ballerinas have been a topic of conversation among sneaker executives, as well.

From MarketWatch Aug. 15, 2026

The Air Jordan 1 is just a sneaker if Michael Jordan’s career fizzles out his rookie season.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 14, 2026

Shares of sneaker maker On Holding slid 20% to $30.91 after the Swiss company said it slowed wholesale shipments after waning demand for running shoes dented earnings.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 11, 2026

It is the worst-performing sneaker stock, declining 62% over the same period.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 24, 2026

I pull my sneaker off and throw it as far as I can.

From "The Adoration of Jenna Fox" by Mary E. Pearson

Like skinny jeans, they eventually became unavoidable — and thus a bit stale, giving way to looser fits and bulkier “dad” sneakers.

From MarketWatch Aug. 15, 2026

Federer has helped create the company’s “The Roger” line of sneakers.

From MarketWatch Aug. 11, 2026

He became so excited about a new sense of freedom he feels in the second movement that he leaned back in his chair and kicked his white sneakers in the air.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 5, 2026

She wore no-nonsense sneakers with pink swooshes and carried two FedEx boxes.

From Salon Jul. 28, 2026

Chicken stomped down the pier, sneakers lighting up, calling: “Caterpillar! Caterpillar!”

From "Caterpillar Summer" by Gillian McDunn




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