: one that thins
specifically
: a volatile liquid (such as turpentine) used especially to thin paint
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After several months away from home, however, the pup was tired and a lot thinner.
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Sarah Al-Arshani, USA TODAY, 7 Apr. 2024
While reports have been conflicting regarding the Yankees’ interest in Cease, the uncertainty regarding Gerrit Cole — who is undergoing more testing on his pitching elbow — may prompt the Bombers to dive deeper into the pitching market that just got a little thinner.
—James O'Connell, New York Daily News, 13 Mar. 2024
However, after several months away from home, the pup was tired and a lot thinner.
—Sarah Al-Arshani, USA TODAY, 7 Apr. 2024
Asking for fewer, longer layers will make sure that your hair doesn't appear any thinner, while giving it just enough volume and movement.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 22 Feb. 2024
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Sarah Al-Arshani, USA TODAY, 7 Apr. 2024
While reports have been conflicting regarding the Yankees’ interest in Cease, the uncertainty regarding Gerrit Cole — who is undergoing more testing on his pitching elbow — may prompt the Bombers to dive deeper into the pitching market that just got a little thinner.
—James O'Connell, New York Daily News, 13 Mar. 2024
However, after several months away from home, the pup was tired and a lot thinner.
—Sarah Al-Arshani, USA TODAY, 7 Apr. 2024
Asking for fewer, longer layers will make sure that your hair doesn't appear any thinner, while giving it just enough volume and movement.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 22 Feb. 2024
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“Thinner.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/thinner. Accessed 15 Jul. 2024.
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thinner
noun
thin·ner
ˈthin-ər 
: one that thins
especially
: a liquid (as turpentine) used to thin paint
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