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as in area
a region of activity, knowledge, or influence
medieval history is really Professor Clinton's realm, so I'll let her answer your question
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as in scope
an area over which activity, capacity, or influence extends
a medical breakthrough that is within the realm of possibility
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Recent Examples of realm
The ideology underlying Western landscape painting is one in which humans are stewards and masters of the natural realm, a view of nature as a resource to be exploited, first by colonial empires and now by extractive industry.
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Naima Morelli, Artforum, 1 May 2025
In recent years, the concept of decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs) has expanded from the realm of crypto startups into industries like real estate, media, and increasingly, healthcare.
—Chrissa McFarlane, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025
Immersing itself in the mysteries of the deep, the collection transforms the ocean’s endless biodiversity into an otherworldly realm.
—Mecca Pryor, Essence, 28 Apr. 2025
Yet in our increasingly digital world, the tangible nature of oracle and tarot decks offers a rare form of material connection—something to hold, shuffle, and physically engage with outside the digital realm.
—Michaela Trimble, Vogue, 21 Apr. 2025
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Naima Morelli, Artforum, 1 May 2025
In recent years, the concept of decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs) has expanded from the realm of crypto startups into industries like real estate, media, and increasingly, healthcare.
—Chrissa McFarlane, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025
Immersing itself in the mysteries of the deep, the collection transforms the ocean’s endless biodiversity into an otherworldly realm.
—Mecca Pryor, Essence, 28 Apr. 2025
Yet in our increasingly digital world, the tangible nature of oracle and tarot decks offers a rare form of material connection—something to hold, shuffle, and physically engage with outside the digital realm.
—Michaela Trimble, Vogue, 21 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for realm
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There have been 403 measles cases confirmed in Gaines County, a rural area about an hour-and-a-half west of Lubbock.—
Antonio Pequeño IV,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
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On a day when the Kansas City attack wasn’t at its best, Miller played a key role for a back line that repeatedly came up clutch inside its penalty area.—
Daniel Sperry,
Kansas City Star,
9 May 2025
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Analysts say there is much scope to remove brands and cut headcount.—
Neil Winton,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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After Trump's whiplash on tariffs in recent months, the full scope of the economic impact on Canada is not yet clear.—
Cybele Mayes-Osterman,
USA Today,
4 May 2025
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Environmental programs tend to be organized by geographic domain and discipline—the National Water Quality Program of the US Geological Survey, NSF’s Arctic Observing Network, and the US Forest Service, for instance.—
Eric Morgan,
Wired News,
10 May 2025
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American Express has already deployed generative AI across several domains.—
Peter High,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
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Artificial intelligence was a major factor in the actors strike of 2023 and the burgeoning technology will remain a key element in next year’s negotiations.—
Peter White,
Deadline,
5 May 2025
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Morality is not a useful element in foreign policy decision making.—
Frank Lavin,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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The extent of an Artemis lunar surface presence would be determined by several factors, including the cost and safety of this transportation program and whether there are meaningful things for astronauts to do on the Moon.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
13 May 2025
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Thus, to the extent that the IEEPA’s language is unclear, the major questions doctrine suggests that the law should be construed to not permit these tariffs.—
Ian Millhiser,
Vox,
13 May 2025
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Both teams’ trainers joined EMS to get him onto a cart and off the field.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
4 May 2025
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Patrick, 29, and Brady, 47 — who have a history, both on and off the field — snapped a photo together at the exclusive bash, which was held at Carbone Miami on South Beach.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
3 May 2025
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Specifically, researchers discovered a link between a heart failure diagnosis and having problems with a broad range of mental processes, such as memory, paying attention, and planning.—
Kaitlin Sullivan,
Health,
16 May 2025
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Once overshadowed by their red counterparts, the white wines of Rioja have earned global acclaim since regulatory shifts expanded their stylistic range and added new layers of complexity and ageworthiness.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
15 May 2025
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The College For Creative Studies Fashion Design Program is recognized as the largest and most equipped fashion accessory design department in the United States.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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Educational opportunities often appear in other commercial deals with universities, including in apparel deals between athletic departments and companies like Nike and Adidas.—
Eben Novy-Williams,
Sportico.com,
3 May 2025
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“Realm.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/realm. Accessed 18 May. 2025.
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