as in correspondence
communications or parcels sent or carried through the postal system
began receiving lots of mail after he became known as a frequent donor to charities
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Recent Examples of mail
Finch Walker, USA Today, 11 May 2026
Trump last month signed an executive order -- subsequently challenged in court -- seeking to limit who can vote by mail.
—Arkansas Online, 11 May 2026
Raisa Habersham, Miami Herald, 16 May 2026
Over the next several years, authorities said Carty manipulated the victim into mailing money to couriers across the United States, who then forwarded the cash to him in Jamaica.
—Christina Coulter, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026
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Noun
Tuesday, May 12 is the last day to vote in person with a mail ballot.
—Finch Walker, USA Today, 11 May 2026
Trump last month signed an executive order -- subsequently challenged in court -- seeking to limit who can vote by mail.
—Arkansas Online, 11 May 2026
Verb
At the meeting, Miami-Dade County officials told residents that notices were only mailed to properties within 500 feet of the development because the property wasn’t being rezoned.
—Raisa Habersham, Miami Herald, 16 May 2026
Over the next several years, authorities said Carty manipulated the victim into mailing money to couriers across the United States, who then forwarded the cash to him in Jamaica.
—Christina Coulter, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mail
Noun
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Everything on the planet has an astrological correspondence, including flowers, which are ruled by Venus, the planet of love.—
Lisa Stardust,
PEOPLE,
9 May 2026
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If an entity is not accountable, respectful demand correspondence must go out immediately.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2026
Verb
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The news comes after Mizuho posted a 660% increase in its fourth-quarter profit from a year ago.—
Justina Lee,
CNBC,
18 May 2026
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Fans take their own stabs pro bono, posting to Reddit their predictions for the draft’s first round, or their bespoke guesses for all two hundred and fifty-seven picks.—
Dan Greene,
New Yorker,
18 May 2026
Noun
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The letter, which has since grown to nearly 5,000 signatures, was organized by the Committee for the First Amendment, the Future Film Coalition, the Writers Guild of America and the Democracy Defenders Fund.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
16 May 2026
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In a statement to The Sacramento Bee, a spokesperson for Reform California dismissed the letter as a political attack against DeMaio.—
Andrew Graham
May 15,
Sacbee.com,
16 May 2026
Verb
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Trump administration officials also want to work toward establishing a Board of Trade with China to address commercial differences between the countries.—
Will Weissert,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2026
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If the divorce paperwork does not address the loan, or if your former spouse cannot qualify to refinance, talk with your family law attorney about your options.—
Gary Singer,
Sun Sentinel,
14 May 2026
Noun
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Earlier this year, Ashley decided to post a TikTok using screenshots of the Facebook messages Jason originally sent asking her to wear his jersey.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
18 May 2026
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But how that message is delivered can make a significant difference.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Flow Space,
18 May 2026
Noun
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Paired with two buzzy stars – real life couple Pullman and Gerber – this erotic thriller package should appeal to the Cannes market’s baser instincts.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
12 May 2026
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Mercedes seemed more catchable than in the opening three races of the 2026 calendar, a blip on the radar as the team readies a bigger upgrade package for the Canadian Grand Prix this month.—
Madeline Coleman,
New York Times,
12 May 2026
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The worst-case scenario for Rakuten Bank would be to overpay for its securities and card segments, but direct intervention by Mizuho could avert that, Jefferies analysts added.—
Justina Lee,
CNBC,
18 May 2026
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This clutch hits the mark, with a spacious main compartment and two interior card slots to keep everything organized.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
18 May 2026
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“Mail.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mail. Accessed 19 May. 2026.
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