buttons 1 of 2

plural of button

buttons

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of button

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of buttons
Noun
The volume buttons are near the top, and the AI button is right next to them. ArsTechnica, 14 May 2026 These buttons require the press of a button to start cooking or heating something quickly. Bestreviews, Mercury News, 7 Apr. 2026 Long-pressing these buttons will keep the tonearm moving beyond the presets – stopping a little after button release to lower the stylus. New Atlas, 6 Mar. 2026 The remote, which has specific buttons to notify staff if the patient is in pain or needs to use the bathroom, is similar to a cellphone and will give patients the ability to press a button to speak with a nurse before the nurse ever gets to the room. Miami Herald, 6 Mar. 2026 Control buttons on the stand include the on-screen display joystick, the webcam kill switch, and the power button on the right edge, plus the monitor mode switch button on the left edge. PC Magazine, 15 Oct. 2025 Though pricey, it’s made with premium materials, like corozo buttons, which are biodegradable, plastic-free button alternatives that resemble ivory. Dory Zayas, Glamour, 11 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for buttons
Noun
  • All the mixes and all the pans and everything were all people operating the things, the pots, the knobs and things.
    Kyle Eustice, SPIN, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Even the most outdated cabinets can be given a makeover by replacing the cabinet hardware—think swapping out those white enamel knobs for bars with a matte black finish, for example.
    Barbara Bellesi Zito, The Spruce, 5 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Additional features such as clasps and compartments can add to the weight.
    BestReviews, Mercury News, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Conventional versions can contain elastic bands, clasps, clips, foam and multiple synthetic textiles, complicating recycling and other end-of-life options.
    Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 13 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Two beautiful, very readable new books about astrophysics cover this sensation of wonder, which toggles between identity and infinity.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 10 Aug. 2026
  • There's a red-orange switch underneath the volume and power buttons that toggles Game Mode on.
    Florence Ion, PC Magazine, 17 July 2026
Noun
  • The auxiliary dials are connected to the main dial from the back, a process the company said takes several weeks.
    Anthony DeMarco, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
Noun
  • If employees have company ID badges, the information should be on a card that can be kept with their badge.
    Jeanne Sahadi, CNN Money, 27 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • All of my essentials are packed in my Stowaway, which clips into my weekender as a bag organizer, and can clip out to be worn on its own as a crossbody when walking around during the day or as a clutch when going out in the evening.
    Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 16 July 2026
  • This compact tote folds into a small pouch that clips directly onto your keys and expands into a functional bag when needed.
    Corein Carter, Forbes.com, 29 May 2026
Noun
  • Norvell seemingly embraced a CEO role, handing the keys of the offense to Malzahn.
    Bob Ferrante, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Aug. 2026
  • My water view room, one of 154 keys, was compact—240 square feet.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Available in 12 colors, these jeans pack a ton of versatility.
    Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 30 Aug. 2026
  • The brand’s Speedcat Ballet Mules arrived earlier this season and, immediately, colors started selling out.
    Kaelin Dodge, InStyle, 29 Aug. 2026

Cite this Entry

“Buttons.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/buttons. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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