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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
The fire was anticipated to be among the costliest wildfires in the history of the United States, a climate expert predicted.
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Josh Campbell, CNN Money, 8 Oct. 2025
Since then, films like Nosferatu, a second Wednesday season, and an increasingly fraught sociopolitical climate have led more people to experiment with edgier makeup elements.
—Sophia Panych, Allure, 8 Oct. 2025
Newell says the immediate accusations against renewable energy didn't surprise many people who study attacks on climate solutions.
—Julia Simon, NPR, 8 Oct. 2025
Grass type is the primary factor influencing when to seed grasses, but local climate also plays a role.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 8 Oct. 2025
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Josh Campbell, CNN Money, 8 Oct. 2025
Since then, films like Nosferatu, a second Wednesday season, and an increasingly fraught sociopolitical climate have led more people to experiment with edgier makeup elements.
—Sophia Panych, Allure, 8 Oct. 2025
Newell says the immediate accusations against renewable energy didn't surprise many people who study attacks on climate solutions.
—Julia Simon, NPR, 8 Oct. 2025
Grass type is the primary factor influencing when to seed grasses, but local climate also plays a role.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 8 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for climate
Noun
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The vortex is a gigantic, circular area of cold air high up in the atmosphere that typically spins over the North Pole (as its name suggests).—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025
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That distinction likely reflects shifts in Mars' climate and atmosphere as Jezero Crater filled with sediment, the researcher said.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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This support also ensures that Kids Planet has high employee retention rates, which Roberts says is valuable in a nursery environment where parents and children value consistency in their carers.—
Rebecca Ann Hughes,
Fortune,
9 Oct. 2025
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This begins with creating a family environment that allows all family members to express the full spectrum of human emotion, placing particular importance on caring, cooperation, and curiosity.—
Ashleigh N. DeLuca,
Parents,
8 Oct. 2025
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Brad was firmly outside the mansion’s mysterious aura of cool during that now 50-year-old scene, so Bostwick just hangs out with other fans if he gets lost.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
1 Oct. 2025
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But Picardo developed a comprehensive strategy and mission statement to attract more consumers and brand partners, while maintaining Holts’ luxury aura and reinforcing its social values.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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To avoid tired, swollen feet, swap your ankle socks out for these Charmking compression socks, which promote good blood circulation in the air.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Oct. 2025
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Dyson deals only happen every once in a while, and now’s the time to score an air purifier for nearly $150 off.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
8 Oct. 2025
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The aroma of this best-seller blends comforting notes of pumpkin, cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove.—
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
8 Oct. 2025
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The Autumn Wreath Yankee Candle features layered scents of apple, cinnamon, clove, nutmeg, and woodsy notes that, when combined, create a warm, welcoming aroma that just feels like fall.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
8 Oct. 2025
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Plants, glowing lamps, and original art surround couches, banquettes, and seating areas, giving the bar an inviting feel.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
27 Sep. 2025
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Inspectors found heavy dust and debris accumulation on the surround fan and on the shelving above the prep table.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
26 Sep. 2025
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“Climate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/climate. Accessed 10 Oct. 2025.
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