DOZERS Synonyms: 6 Similar and Opposite Words

dozers

noun

plural of dozer

as in sleepers

one who sleeps the driver had to make an abrupt stop that wakened the dozers on the bus

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Recent Examples of dozers The rescue effort is happening as hundreds of firefighters, engines and dozers battle the Ross Fire. — S.e. Jenkins, CBS News, 28 Aug. 2026 Fire crews are using dozers and aircraft to protect structures and battle the blaze. — Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 25 Aug. 2026 Nearly 170 personnel were deployed to respond to the fire, including three helicopters, three dozers, and 29 engines, Cal Fire said. — Iris Kwok aug. 25, Los Angeles Times, 25 Aug. 2026 At least 10 engines, two water tenders, six helicopters, three dozers, 10 hand crews and 200 personnel were assigned to the Putah Fire, according to firefighters. — Reeti Malhotra, Sacbee.com, 8 June 2026 By evening, the request included four type-3 strike teams (20 engines), four hand crews, and two dozers. — Sydney Barragan, Oc Register, 25 Apr. 2026 Caterpillar said dozers will deliver precision grading and earthmoving to improve efficiency, while compactors will automate surface preparation to ensure consistent quality and safer construction outcomes. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 7 Jan. 2026

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sleepers

Noun

The classic profile is gently supportive for back and stomach sleepers, while the contoured option offers enhanced comfort and support for side and back sleepers.

— V BRAND STORIES, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2026
Deep sleepers will appreciate the gradual wake-up call from a large catalog of alarm sounds, and an alarm volume that reaches decibels capable of reviving a bear from its hibernation.

— Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 26 Aug. 2026

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