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as in actual
existing in fact and not merely as a possibility
concrete evidence, and not just a theory, must be presented at a trial
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as in physical
relating to or composed of matter
concrete objects like rocks and trees
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as in specific
of a particular or exact sort
offered a practical, concrete solution to the problem
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as in to freeze
to become physically firm or solid
the mortar slowly concreted in the mold
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as in to mix
to turn into a single mass or entity that is more or less the same throughout
a choral work that concretes music and dance into a stunning theatrical experience
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Recent Examples of concrete
New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 23 May 2025
In 1958, a Korean War veteran and artist designed and built an early mid-century modern home in Sacramento with concrete walls thick enough to withstand a bomb blast and a bomb bunker at the back of the property, according to the property listing.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 22 May 2025
Frank Digiacomo, Billboard, 30 Jan. 2025
Reuters reported one member of the group concreted himself to the street while others stuck themselves to it, using what looked like to be the same method adopted in Thursday's airport disruptions.
—Peter Aitken, Fox News, 14 July 2023
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Adjective
The original plan for the L was to close the tunnel and jackhammer out the concrete bench walls along the edges of the tubes and then repour new concrete bench walls, burying the electric cables within, a task that is very labor-intensive and time consuming.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 23 May 2025
In 1958, a Korean War veteran and artist designed and built an early mid-century modern home in Sacramento with concrete walls thick enough to withstand a bomb blast and a bomb bunker at the back of the property, according to the property listing.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 22 May 2025
Verb
Number four, the history of the space concreted our decision to work there.
—Frank Digiacomo, Billboard, 30 Jan. 2025
Reuters reported one member of the group concreted himself to the street while others stuck themselves to it, using what looked like to be the same method adopted in Thursday's airport disruptions.
—Peter Aitken, Fox News, 14 July 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for concrete
Adjective
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Four road trips into this year, however, no trickle-down effect has been as lauded as the changes the Dodgers have made to their actual travel schedule.—
Jack Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
23 May 2025
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And mainstream journalists, of course, are now the ones writing books containing actual reporting on what happened.—
Jon Allsop,
New Yorker,
23 May 2025
Adjective
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Thanks to therapy and physical rehab, Foxx has come a long way since then.—
Staff Author,
EW.com,
23 May 2025
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It's been a season where physical strength and unwavering loyalty have held more weight than the deception and betrayal commonly found in previous seasons of the long-running reality competition show.—
Emily DeLetter,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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As for most stateside enthusiasts, there’s one specific contest in the event’s 92 editions that stands above all others—the 1966 24 Hours of Le Mans, when the Blue Oval prevailed over the Prancing Horse with a podium sweep immortalized in Hollywood’s 2019 blockbuster Ford v Ferrari.—
Viju Mathew,
Robb Report,
2 June 2025
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Even without this week’s court decision, Trump would have had problems putting in place tariffs that target a specific company, said Lizbeth Levinson, a trade attorney at the law firm Fox Rothschild.—
Chris Isidore,
CNN Money,
2 June 2025
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As the Trump administration freezes and slashes billions of dollars in research funding, meddles with curricula, and threatens international students’ ability to study in the US, governments, universities and research institutions in Canada, Europe and Asia are racing to attract fleeing talent.—
Lex Harvey,
CNN Money,
1 June 2025
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The raises are cost-of-living adjustments included in state law, though past legislatures have voted to freeze their own pay — a move that has drawn legal challenges.—
Dan Petrella,
Chicago Tribune,
1 June 2025
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But in the fifth set, when everything was on the line, Paul mixed in just enough slices and sharp angles, while Khachanov fell back to his flat, grunting power, which has its limits in these parts.—
Matthew Futterman,
New York Times,
1 June 2025
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Photograph: Tyler Shane Elite Turkish Coffee $36 Amazon The Process Traditionally, finely ground Turkish coffee is mixed with water in a cezve, along with some sugar, depending on your preferences.—
Tyler Shane,
Wired News,
31 May 2025
Adjective
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In this eerie tale about fear, lust, and female empowerment, the real question becomes whether this is an act of witchcraft—or a witch hunt.—
Shannon Carlin,
Time,
22 May 2025
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Every year, Parents enlists the help of industry experts, real world testers, and our parenting pro editors to bring you our annual Best for Baby Awards.—
Kimberly Zapata,
Parents,
22 May 2025
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This indicates substantial price swings during these periods.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2025
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In the February meeting, however, Clinton’s top economic advisers, including Bob Rubin, the then head of the National Economic Council, and Lloyd Bentsen, the Treasury Secretary at the time, were advocating substantial cuts in the budget.—
John Cassidy,
New Yorker,
26 May 2025
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The news arrives just days before Duran Duran kick off their European and U.K. tour with Rodgers and CHIC joining as special guests.—
Jessica Lynch,
Billboard,
2 June 2025
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McDonnell is a Times staff writer and Sánchez Vidal is a special correspondent.—
Patrick J. McDonnell,
Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2025
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“Concrete.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/concrete. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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