as in civilized
having or showing a taste for the fine arts and gracious living
the most highly cultured period of the country's long history
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as in cultivated
to look after or assist the growth of by labor and care
culture bacteria in laboratory dishes
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Recent Examples of cultured
Philipp Wehsack, Vogue, 11 July 2025
Forage Kitchen menu offers bowls, salads, wraps, kombucha and more
In their new 1,800-square-foot space, Forage Kitchen will offer a make-your-own bowl option to patrons, along with their power bowl, Thai bowl and a cultured cobb salad.
—Liliana Fannin, jsonline.com, 11 July 2025
Though the probiotic content of buttermilk can vary significantly, studies show that cultured buttermilk contains approximately 2.5 billion CFU per cup.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 9 July 2025
New money families fought for their place at the table with old money institutions by throwing undeniably elegant balls (with the proper soup) and funding irresistibly cultured opera houses (with the proper spectators).
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 12 June 2025
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Adjective
Look for cultured cottage cheese to get an extra dose of probiotics.
—Philipp Wehsack, Vogue, 11 July 2025
Forage Kitchen menu offers bowls, salads, wraps, kombucha and more
In their new 1,800-square-foot space, Forage Kitchen will offer a make-your-own bowl option to patrons, along with their power bowl, Thai bowl and a cultured cobb salad.
—Liliana Fannin, jsonline.com, 11 July 2025
Though the probiotic content of buttermilk can vary significantly, studies show that cultured buttermilk contains approximately 2.5 billion CFU per cup.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 9 July 2025
New money families fought for their place at the table with old money institutions by throwing undeniably elegant balls (with the proper soup) and funding irresistibly cultured opera houses (with the proper spectators).
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 12 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cultured
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But what civilized nation, confronted with hungry children, would not move to relieve that suffering?—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Aug. 2025
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The idea that a civilized nation must set aside a weapon that might help to end a war, especially against a fanatical enemy that shows few signs of moving toward a normal sort of surrender, is one that most Americans fighting World War II would have understandably rejected.—
Ross Douthat,
Mercury News,
31 July 2025
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Trust Of The Heart Affective trust is the trust of the heart, cultivated when leaders authentically connect on an emotional level and demonstrate genuine empathy.—
Ricky Muddimer,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
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For wine lovers seeking a casual, modern experience, Portland has cultivated a vibrant urban wine scene that offers an exciting alternative to California’s more traditional tasting rooms.—
Rachel King,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The elastic waistband adds hidden comfort, while the pleats and drape elevate them for polished settings—think summer work events, outdoor dinners, or even light packing for an Italian vacation.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Aug. 2025
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Anyone who grew up watching Scheana evolve is getting front row seats to her next era, which puts a more polished and self‑aware version of herself at center-stage.—
Roya Backlund,
StyleCaster,
4 Aug. 2025
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As the allegations surfaced and then grew, Manson was dropped by CAA as a client and axed from acting roles in American Gods and Creepshow.—
Erik Pedersen,
Deadline,
24 Jan. 2025
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The number of job listings for musical therapists in Australia, for example, grew nearly fourfold in the five years between 2018 and 2022.—
Aliza Knox,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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However, many cyclists, especially the more accomplished riders, stay on the 101, there known as Carlsbad Boulevard, for the faster and more scenic ride along the coast instead of taking the rail trail.—
Phil Diehl,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Aug. 2025
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There are plenty of accomplished and rising women’s wrestlers who could conceivably feud with Lynch on Raw.—
Blake Oestriecher,
Forbes.com,
3 Aug. 2025
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“Cultured.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cultured. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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