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as in look
the outward form of someone or something especially as indicative of a quality
the orchestra's musical director has a very stately presence
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Recent Examples of presence
As the feelings-led Moon enters your sign, your presence intensifies even more than usual.
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Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Feb. 2026
After all, the community has not forgotten the protests of 2020 following the murder of George Floyd, which helped create a template now being used to push back against ICE’s presence.
—Anna Moeslein, Glamour, 7 Feb. 2026
Which is why there’s more to Landeskog’s presence than a stat line of seven goals and 22 points over 41 appearances so far in ’25-26.
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 7 Feb. 2026
The political context surrounding the Super Bowl has grown increasingly charged in recent weeks amid nationwide protests over ICE’s presence in communities and the killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti.
—Martha Ross, Mercury News, 7 Feb. 2026
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Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Feb. 2026
After all, the community has not forgotten the protests of 2020 following the murder of George Floyd, which helped create a template now being used to push back against ICE’s presence.
—Anna Moeslein, Glamour, 7 Feb. 2026
Which is why there’s more to Landeskog’s presence than a stat line of seven goals and 22 points over 41 appearances so far in ’25-26.
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 7 Feb. 2026
The political context surrounding the Super Bowl has grown increasingly charged in recent weeks amid nationwide protests over ICE’s presence in communities and the killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti.
—Martha Ross, Mercury News, 7 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for presence
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Several of the developments are within walking distance of Austin transit routes or the first phase of Project Connect, a proximity that could strengthen the city’s transit network.—
Chaya Tong,
Austin American Statesman,
6 Feb. 2026
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The property’s proximity to the Campus at Horton may also factor into bids.—
Jennifer Van Grove,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Feb. 2026
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High jewelry pieces by Levuma completed the look.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
7 Feb. 2026
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Here's a look at what's happened when the river became a sheet of ice.—
Stephanie Stremplewski,
Louisville Courier Journal,
7 Feb. 2026
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For Hernando, these sights and smells once belonged to everyday life.—
Pau Mosquera,
CNN Money,
5 Feb. 2026
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Get an exclusive first look at the sights and sounds to come at the opening ceremony of the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.—
Jared Perlo,
NBC news,
5 Feb. 2026
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In the years following his appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Puth worked for DeGeneres' eleveneleven label, released a couple of promotional singles, and collaborated on other music, including jingles and theme songs for YouTube personalities.—
Marina Johnson,
IndyStar,
8 Feb. 2026
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Van de Ven is the only first-choice defender who is fit, and this was his first appearance since missing two games with a groin injury.—
Jay Harris,
New York Times,
8 Feb. 2026
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Estée Lauder is suing Walmart in federal court alleging that the retailer sold counterfeit versions of the cosmetic company's fragrance and skin care products in its online store.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
12 Feb. 2026
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The data center will match 100 percent of its electricity use with clean energy, according to the company.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Feb. 2026
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The experience informed his attitude toward the Oklahoma Insurance Department, with which Coppermark has had a long and litigious relationship.—
J.C. Hallman,
Oklahoman,
10 Feb. 2026
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That attitude gives Megan relief.—
Lindsay Schnell,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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Of course, once Carey got her hands on one of her signature whistle notes (those really, really high pitches that very few singers can achieve) her voice strengthened, if not her performance demeanor, which remain staid and almost nervous and uncomfortable throughout.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
6 Feb. 2026
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The Royals lauded Wacha for his pitching insight and calm demeanor.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
6 Feb. 2026
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The fancy men are very rude to Tristan, which is terrible manners and therefore very UN-fancy, but Charlotte likes him.—
Alice Burton,
Vulture,
9 Feb. 2026
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The manner of death was ruled homicide, and the cause of death was a gunshot wound.—
Sarah Dahlberg,
NBC news,
8 Feb. 2026
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“Presence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/presence. Accessed 13 Feb. 2026.
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