cobwebs
word · lemma: cobweb
Definition
Thin, sticky webs made by spiders, often found in undisturbed corners of rooms or buildings. Sometimes used figuratively to describe something that is old or neglected.
Usage & Nuances
Usually plural except when referring to a single web. Common in home cleaning contexts: 'dust and cobwebs'. Figuratively, 'clear the cobwebs' means to refresh your mind or remove confusion. Often associated with places left unattended.
Example Sentences
There are cobwebs in the corners of the ceiling.
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She cleaned the cobwebs from under the bed.
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Old houses often have many cobwebs.
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Let’s open the windows and clear out the cobwebs in here.
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My mind feels full of cobwebs this morning—I need some coffee!
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You can tell the attic hasn’t been used in years—the cobwebs are everywhere.
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