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as in atmosphere
a special quality or impression associated with something
a new inner-city school designed to encourage a climate of learning
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as in environment
the circumstances, conditions, or objects by which one is surrounded
it's hard to concentrate in this hectic climate
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Recent Examples of climate
One Broward County mother of three says staying financially stable in this climate requires strategy, discipline, and consistency.
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Tania Francois, CBS News, 16 Apr. 2026
The best native pine for our climate is single-leaf pinyon (Pinus monophylla).
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 16 Apr. 2026
In that sense, the battle between the US and China isn’t only the petrostate-vs-electrostate dynamic, although that is certainly real, but a tussle over which country looks like a more stable investment climate.
—Tim McDonnell, semafor.com, 16 Apr. 2026
Foster said the climate equity fund provides supplemental funding to make projects feasible but doesn’t fully fund them.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Apr. 2026
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Tania Francois, CBS News, 16 Apr. 2026
The best native pine for our climate is single-leaf pinyon (Pinus monophylla).
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 16 Apr. 2026
In that sense, the battle between the US and China isn’t only the petrostate-vs-electrostate dynamic, although that is certainly real, but a tussle over which country looks like a more stable investment climate.
—Tim McDonnell, semafor.com, 16 Apr. 2026
Foster said the climate equity fund provides supplemental funding to make projects feasible but doesn’t fully fund them.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for climate
Noun
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During its high-stakes re-entry through Earth’s atmosphere, the Orion capsule faced extreme temperatures nearing 5,000 degrees Fahrenheit.—
Denise Chow,
NBC news,
11 Apr. 2026
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Orion entered the atmosphere on a steeper trajectory, shortening the heat shield’s exposure time to extreme heating.—
Stephen Clark,
ArsTechnica,
11 Apr. 2026
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The letter writer’s best course of action is to talk to the instructor about the class environment.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
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Bond is emphasizing supporting small businesses, making healthcare more affordable, criminal justice reform and protecting the environment.—
Christina Fan,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Something that’s been evident in his aura.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
10 Apr. 2026
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Only those who are desperate to seem cool would manufacture or farm aura.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
8 Apr. 2026
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With the large number of undecided voters, Yaroslavky believes that the race is still in the air.—
Tom Wait,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
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Some liners are solid and will catch more grease, while others are perforated to allow more air flow.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
16 Apr. 2026
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Less than half a mile from Egger’s home, the smell is overwhelming where the river shoots out of pipes after being forced briefly underground near Saturn Boulevard.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Rubber mulch may leach toxic chemicals into the soil and make your yard smell like hot tires.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
16 Apr. 2026
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In the sanitized and alienating new surrounds, with the camaraderie of the early Hyperion days but a faint memory, long-simmering discontent about working conditions wouldn’t take long to boil over.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
14 Apr. 2026
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In reimagining the 1950s-style entry, Misso opted for simplicity, ditching traditional trim around the white oak door in favor of a brick surround painted Benjamin Moore’s White Dove.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
12 Apr. 2026
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Creating a simmer pot is simple and fills your home with a pleasant aroma.—
Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
16 Apr. 2026
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Water helps soften the bran along with orange juice, which adds a floral aroma; molasses and honey highlight bran’s natural sweetness; and oil and buttermilk add a touch of richness.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Climate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/climate. Accessed 18 Apr. 2026.
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