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as in scope
an area over which activity, capacity, or influence extends
didn't know she had such a wide range of knowledge until I talked to her
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as in spectrum
the distance or extent between possible extremes
an actor who can go through the full range of emotion, from joy to sorrow, in mere minutes
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as in stroll
a relaxed journey on foot for exercise or pleasure
they were stopped by security personnel while taking an innocent range through the palace grounds
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as in stove
an appliance that prepares food for consumption by heating it
the high-end appliances include a professional-quality gas range
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as in habitat
the place where a plant or animal is usually or naturally found
the American robin's winter range has steadily extended farther and farther north
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as in to classify
to arrange or assign according to type
the campers were ranged in patrols, each patrol consisting of girls in a certain age group
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as in to roam
to move about from place to place aimlessly
she let her dog off the leash and whistled for him every now and then to make sure he didn't range out of hearing
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as in to arrange
to put into a particular arrangement
chairs were ranged round the perimeter of the room
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Recent Examples of range
Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Oct. 2025
At this point, no long-range models are suggesting Melissa could be a serious threat to Florida.
—Alex Harris, Miami Herald, 24 Oct. 2025
Fernando Cervantes Jr, USA Today, 25 Oct. 2025
Individual pumpkins range from $3 to $22.
—Sacbee.com, 25 Oct. 2025
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Noun
Today’s glass block options are available in a vast range of styles, shapes, and colors, making the material more versatile than ever.
—Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Oct. 2025
At this point, no long-range models are suggesting Melissa could be a serious threat to Florida.
—Alex Harris, Miami Herald, 24 Oct. 2025
Verb
The gold Mega Ball ranges from 1 to 24.
—Fernando Cervantes Jr, USA Today, 25 Oct. 2025
Individual pumpkins range from $3 to $22.
—Sacbee.com, 25 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for range
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Beneath a pasture in scenic Lancaster County, archaeologists — and archaeologists in training — recently unearthed the likely remains of the county's oldest tavern, offering a glimpse into colonial American life.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
28 Oct. 2025
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Of course, the high pastures and winding paths in the peaks were long known to local shepherds and villagers.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
22 Oct. 2025
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As its name suggests, a macroscope is an instrument for making large-scale entities (macro-) visible to the eye (scope).—
Big Think,
Big Think,
27 Oct. 2025
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Scant details While the diplomatic momentum appeared strong, few details were released about the scope of the new trade frameworks.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
27 Oct. 2025
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Other companies, such as BlackSky and Maxar, are providing their own electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) imagery—that is, images in the visible and infrared light spectrums—commercially.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Oct. 2025
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Critics will predictably argue that those two positions are inherently linked; on the opposite side of the political spectrum, oil and gas partisans could point to Gates’ essay as proof that climate hysteria was misguided all along and that fossil use should continue unimpeded.—
Tim McDonnell,
semafor.com,
28 Oct. 2025
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Pop in and out of local galleries, boutiques, and cafes—or maybe time your stroll for happy hour and swing by Arcadian Gallery & Wine Bar for a pre-dinner beverage.—
Lydia Mansel,
Southern Living,
29 Oct. 2025
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Just steps from the sand and a short stroll to the landmark Huntington Beach Pier, the resort offers 519 spacious rooms and suites — many featuring oceanview terraces, private firepits and adjoining or connecting layouts ideal for a multigenerational family staycation.—
David Dickstein,
Oc Register,
29 Oct. 2025
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Just before the election, the US signed a $20 billion currency swap line agreement with Argentina to shore up the beleaguered peso, which is down more than 30% so far this year.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
27 Oct. 2025
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Both financial health and personal relationships, after all, are on the line.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
27 Oct. 2025
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Shortly after the sheriff's deputies arrived on scene, Grayson pointed out a pot of boiling water on the stove, bodycam footage shows.—
N'dea Yancey-Bragg,
USA Today,
22 Oct. 2025
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When reheating, warm gently on the stove over low heat or in the microwave, stirring occasionally.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
22 Oct. 2025
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Gray said that Audubon and its partners will apply remote sensing technology to areas in Latin America that are part of Conserva Aves, a program that will ultimately protect about 100 areas with important habitats.—
Jeff Young,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Oct. 2025
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Dugongs, however, live exclusively in saltwater habitats.—
Aspen Pflughoeft,
Miami Herald,
23 Oct. 2025
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What Happens Next Both the Cook Political Report and Sabato’s Crystal Ball classify the New Hampshire Senate race as Leans Democrat.—
Andrew Stanton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Oct. 2025
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MacKinnon had a game-high eight shots on goal, including at least two that can only be classified as great saves by Vejmelka.—
Corey Masisak,
Denver Post,
22 Oct. 2025
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“Range.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/range. Accessed 31 Oct. 2025.
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