Synonyms for

Dents

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Definition

Dents are small hollows or indentations made by forceful contact.

Synonyms & similar words

scratch ding dent nick prick slit gouge indent incision indentations depressions impressions craters pockmarks pits potholes dimples marks blemishes flaws scars damage bruises contusions imprints stamps signs traces remnants

Example sentences

  1. The baseball left dents in the metal fence.
  2. The car had dents on the hood from a previous accident.
  3. The hammer made dents in the metal sheet.
  4. The basketball left dents on the gym floor.
  5. The hailstorm caused dents in the roof of the house.

Quotes

  • "I have a dent in my forehead from the microphone." - Taylor Swift
  • "A little bad taste is like a nice splash of paprika. We all need a splash of bad taste—it's hearty, it's healthy, it's physical. I think we could use more of it. No taste is what I'm against." - Diana Vreeland
  • "I've had my ups and downs. My fair share of bumpy roads and heavy winds. That's what made me what I am today. Now I stand here before you. What you see is a body crafted to perfection. A pair of legs engineered to defy the laws of physics, and a mind as sharp as a tack. If you will it, you can achieve it. Thanks for having me." - Jean-Claude Van Damme (from a Coors Light commercial where he does a split between two trucks without spilling any beer)

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