as in sludge
something (as a work of literature or music) that is too sentimental a story about a lost puppy that was pure corn

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of corn Many years ago some farmer had a corn patch about halfway up one of the side coves. Bill Thomas, Outdoor Life, 24 Apr. 2025 The fiber, which is partially made with corn, is used in four Spring 2025 Agolde styles. Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 21 Apr. 2025 Trump’s current reciprocal tariffs could have a similar effect on other markets, such as beef or corn, if they are implemented and strictly enforced. Adam A. Millsap, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025 It’s also loaded with shredded rotisserie chicken, corn, and green beans, and topped with a crisp and tender biscuit layer (from a can, of course). Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 24 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for corn
Recent Examples of Synonyms for corn
Noun
  • Yet the chemicals — also known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances or PFAS — are not regulated in sludge fertilizer by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
    Michael Hawthorne, Chicago Tribune, 14 Jan. 2025
  • No area of any economy may have more sludge than tariff classification.
    Steve Banker, Forbes.com, 11 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Baijiu is the world’s most popular liquor by volume, most commonly distilled from sorghum, but also from rice, wheat, corn and millet.
    Claudia Alarcón, Forbes.com, 8 May 2025
  • If your current diet is low in whole grains, try experimenting with different sources, like quinoa, teff, sorghum, buckwheat, and barley.
    Jillian Kubala, Health, 21 Apr. 2025

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Corn.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/corn. Accessed 18 May. 2025.

More from Merriam-Webster on corn

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!