1
as in aura
a special quality or impression associated with something
Naomi's the only person I know who can wear old jeans and a T-shirt with an air of elegance
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2
as in breeze
a slight or gentle movement of air
we sailed into the bay on a light air and just in time to enjoy a spectacular sunset
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3
as in act
airs plural
a display of emotion or behavior that is insincere or intended to deceive
ever since she joined the country club she's been putting on airs of being too "high society" for us ordinary folks
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as in to voice
to make known (as an idea, emotion, or opinion)
suggested we air any complaints about the seating arrangements to the person who actually planned the event
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Recent Examples of air
Katie Wiseman, IndyStar, 29 Oct. 2025
As for air freight, rates on the trans-Pacific route are inching up again.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 29 Oct. 2025
Michael Schneider, Variety, 23 Oct. 2025
In the season 2 finale, which aired on July 22, Saniei and Lally ultimately decided to put their differences aside to have a healthy co-parenting relationship for Isabella.
—Liza Esquibias, PEOPLE, 23 Oct. 2025
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Noun
An acre of the state's ubiquitous crop can put enough moisture in the air to fill a swimming pool.
—Katie Wiseman, IndyStar, 29 Oct. 2025
As for air freight, rates on the trans-Pacific route are inching up again.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 29 Oct. 2025
Verb
Manak’s Sunday show will air along with one from LeRoy Downs.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 23 Oct. 2025
In the season 2 finale, which aired on July 22, Saniei and Lally ultimately decided to put their differences aside to have a healthy co-parenting relationship for Isabella.
—Liza Esquibias, PEOPLE, 23 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for air
Noun
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Jordan Brand introduced the Air Jordan 1 High ’85 build in 2020, aiming to improve upon the sneaker’s modern reissues, which had lost some of their original aura over the decades.—
Riley Jones,
Footwear News,
22 Oct. 2025
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An eerie aura settles over Denton, Texas, in October, turning its town square into a destination that attracts Halloween lovers from around the world.—
Kristen Tribe,
Southern Living,
22 Oct. 2025
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Expect food trucks, live entertainment, and a pleasant river breeze as the holidays officially roll into high gear.—
Lydia Mansel,
Southern Living,
28 Oct. 2025
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Its heavy steel construction promotes quick, even heating, while the nonstick surface and removable rack make cleanup a breeze.—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
28 Oct. 2025
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This act would make daylight saving time permanent and end the bi-annual tradition of changing the clocks.—
Haadiza Ogwude,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
25 Oct. 2025
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The film’s tonal balancing act — mixing absurdist humor with Anderson’s trademark intensity — seemed obviously comedic to casual awards observers, and the filmmakers, along with studio awards strategists, felt similarly.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
24 Oct. 2025
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The pair seamlessly weaved between their catalogs, switching off on the melody and harmonies, delivering a true rock & roll party that got better with each song.—
Maya Georgi,
Rolling Stone,
24 Oct. 2025
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Because every lyric and every melody was very intentional from all our collaborators.—
Jennifer Zhan,
Vulture,
24 Oct. 2025
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Perlman received two Emmy noms for his turn on CBS’ Beauty and the Beast, made famous the titular role in the Hellboy franchise, played Clay Morrow in the hit series Sons of Anarchy, and voiced the narrator in the Fallout video game series.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
29 Oct. 2025
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The deal has also drawn attention for its regulatory review process, with some lawmakers voicing antitrust concerns.—
Erik Hayden,
HollywoodReporter,
29 Oct. 2025
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Only Dragon is reusable; the others (including HTV-X) are designed to burn up in Earth's atmosphere when their missions are over.—
Mike Wall,
Space.com,
25 Oct. 2025
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As Rissa emerged from the chapel and began to walk down the aisle during the ceremony, a harpist and choir sang softly in the background, adding to the already emotional atmosphere.—
Luke Chinman,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
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However, feeling out of breath when walking short distances has many possible causes, some severe.—
Colleen Doherty,
Verywell Health,
28 Oct. 2025
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The day of her death Milwaukee police would be called three more times before Zettel took her last breath.—
David Clarey,
jsonline.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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Workers in the scam compounds are often trafficked from third countries, usually under the pretense of a lucrative job offer, and then forced to scam people online with investment pitches or romantic ploys.—
Mithil Aggarwal,
NBC news,
23 Oct. 2025
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All of Beaton’s extravagance, artifice and pretence stemmed from him trying to become something he was never born into.—
Hikmat Mohammed,
Footwear News,
20 Oct. 2025
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“Air.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/air. Accessed 31 Oct. 2025.
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