Dictionary of synonyms

Synonyms and antonyms of the word: rubs

Synonyms:

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Usage examples:

Anna disappeared for a while, most likely, I assumed, to giving Waffle some reassuring rubs that he’s not a divil dog at all and he’s actually the best dog to ever have lived and would win all the prizes at the dog show.

Source: https://wearetyrone.com/opinion/the-halcyon-days/

Another person behind the wheel can make an inappropriate move that rubs us the wrong way and the natural reaction is to get angry.

Source: https://womiowensboro.com/illinois-comedian-arrested-road-rage/

A pregnant woman rubs her belly inside of an ambulance after she was involved in Inwood SUV crash.

Source: https://nypost.com/2023/01/02/nypd-almost-20-injured-after-suv-crashes-into-manhattan-sports-bar/

Few things are more distracting on a trail run than a pack that rubs or bounces.

Source: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/06/19/travel/trail-walking-gear.html

His latest gyration, however, rubs up against existential values; namely, territorial integrity and national sovereignty.

Source: https://guyanatimesgy.com/columnist-misunderstands-the-argyle-declaration/

His pretentious attitude rubs people the wrong way and his shifting alliances make him untrustworthy.

Source: https://www.cbr.com/worst-naruto-characters-on-reddit/

In Mumbai, everyone kind of rubs along next to each other.

Source: https://deadline.com/2023/02/netflix-ashim-ahluwalia-class-elite-india-wealth-gap-1235248616/

Instead, she raises her left fist and rubs her sleepless eyes.

Source: https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2023/02/06/the-middle-voice

It could stem from the poor singing ability to an underlying message in the song that rubs people the wrong way.

Source: https://americansongwriter.com/meaning-behind-the-my-way-karaoke-curse/

“It just rubs me the wrong way what they’re doing here,” Olano said.

Source: https://alaskapublic.org/2023/07/11/sitka-fine-arts-camp-files-rare-immigration-lawsuit-in-support-of-theater-manager/

It rubs in with minimal effort and layers beautifully over my other skin-care products.

Source: https://www.popsugar.com/beauty/Best-Face-Sunscreens-46032528

It’s bad enough that the Department of Health and PhilHealth are perennially beset with mismanagement and corruption issues, but the meager funding to cover disadvantaged Filipinos’ medical costs rubs salt into the wounds ailing our health sector.

Source: https://opinion.inquirer.net/169124/health-care-for-the-few

It’s harder to get a handle on the female customer, though, as its traditional streetwear look rubs up against glamorous sequined dresses as well as £145 1970s-style faux fur Afghan coats.

Source: https://www.theguardian.com/business/2023/sep/16/wsuperdry-founder-fashion-julian-dunkerton

It’s not like I’m totally out of place, but to be around world-class talent like that … hopefully a little bit of it rubs off on me this week.’

Source: https://nypost.com/2023/05/15/chris-sanger-riding-remarkable-journey-to-pga-championship/

She squeezes this out, rubs it off the cloth and into the water, then vigorously whisks in a blend of edible lime and water to solidify the bingfen even more.

Source: https://ny.eater.com/2023/5/12/23720350/asian-jellies-meet-fresh-roam-fong-on-indonesian

Son stands over the ball while Josh Griffiths spits in his gloves and rubs them together.

Source: https://www.theguardian.com/football/live/2023/jan/07/tottenham-v-portsmouth-fa-cup-third-round-live

Stratton rubs a mop over her face and covers her with garbage in a rather mean moment.

Source: https://411mania.com/wrestling/halls-wwe-nxt-review-12-19-23/

That sort of effect rubs off on the people as well.

Source: https://therealnews.com/arab-and-muslim-athletes-lead-sports-world-in-palestine-solidarity