Tom Hanks and his wife tested positive for the virus.
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Hanks
Synonyms for "hanks" (5 found)
Ranked by relevance and common usage.
Choosing the right synonym
- Closest matches in this entry: bundle, coil, coil up, skein, wind.
- Sentence evidence is available for hanks, so synonym choice can be checked against real usage rather than a flat word list.
- Ranking signals come from opengloss.
Synonym selection checklist
- Match the part of speech before comparing meanings.
- Check whether the synonym changes intensity, formality, or emotional tone.
- Read the replacement inside the full sentence, not just beside "hanks".
- Prefer the clearest word over the most unusual word when writing for speed or comprehension.
When not to replace "hanks"
Keep "hanks" when the sentence already sounds natural, when a synonym would add unintended emphasis, or when readers need the most familiar wording. A synonym should clarify or sharpen the message, not simply make the sentence look more varied.
If two options seem close, choose the one that best matches the audience and purpose of the sentence.
Replacement workflow
1. Preserve meaning
Choose a synonym only if it keeps the core idea of "hanks" intact in the sentence you are editing.
2. Tune tone
Check whether the replacement sounds more formal, casual, emotional, technical, or forceful than the original word.
3. Re-read context
Read the full sentence after the swap. Keep the synonym only when the sentence becomes clearer or more precise.
Review note: Synonym lists are ranked with lexical data and reviewed for practical writing value. Use the comparison notes, sentence evidence, and source labels together; a high-ranking synonym can still be wrong when the audience, register, or grammar changes.
Final fit check
After choosing a replacement for "hanks", read the sentence once for meaning and once for rhythm. The best synonym should feel natural in the full sentence, not only accurate in a word list.
If the synonym makes the sentence slower, vaguer, or more dramatic than intended, keep "hanks" or choose a simpler alternative from the closest-match group.
Related word relations
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Collocations
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Inflections
2 entriesDerivations
1 entriesSample sentences
10 total sentences available.
"Embarrassment ensues," says Hanks of the lighthearted ribbing the best man often gives the groom.
Source: tatoeba (11137805)
Catch Me If You Can is based on the true story of Frank Abagnale who, as a teenager, led authorities on a merry chase as he impersonated professionals from airline pilot to doctor and lawyer. Tom Hanks plays the FBI agent on his trail; Leonardo DiCaprio stars as Abagnale and says he appreciates audience and critical reaction to his work.
Source: tatoeba (12209686)
Tom Hanks, at fifty-four, has one of the most successful and extensive careers in Hollywood. He has acted in television shows and movies, and done voice work for animated films. He is also a movie director, producer and writer. He currently is part of the leadership of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. For some time he was the Academy’s Vice President. He won the Academy Award for best actor in back to back years. Spencer Tracy is the only other actor to have done that.
Source: tatoeba (12233367)
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Common questions
What are the closest synonyms for "hanks"?
Closest matches include bundle, coil, coil up, skein, wind.
How should I check whether a synonym fits "hanks"?
Compare the replacement against real sentence context. This entry includes sample sentences so you can check tone, grammar, and meaning before swapping words.