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as in person
a member of the human race
I promise I won't tell another soul
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as in essence
the quality or qualities that make a thing what it is
a kind act that was the very soul of charity
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as in heart
the seat of one's deepest thoughts and emotions
knew in her soul that it was true
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Recent Examples of soul
There were bands making heavy music before Black Sabbath; heavy blues, heavy psychedelia, heavy soul.
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John Darnielle, Pitchfork, 24 July 2025
He’s been the heart and soul of the team for YEARS.
—Kevin McCormick, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 July 2025
Artis, which opened April 10, was designed to fuse Creole, soul and American food with a mission to create an inclusive space for Chicago’s LGBTQ community.
—Zareen Syed, Chicago Tribune, 23 July 2025
You are being offered so much energy and opportunity to let your soul express itself and radiate like a star.
—Kyle Thomas, People.com, 13 July 2025
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John Darnielle, Pitchfork, 24 July 2025
He’s been the heart and soul of the team for YEARS.
—Kevin McCormick, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 July 2025
Artis, which opened April 10, was designed to fuse Creole, soul and American food with a mission to create an inclusive space for Chicago’s LGBTQ community.
—Zareen Syed, Chicago Tribune, 23 July 2025
You are being offered so much energy and opportunity to let your soul express itself and radiate like a star.
—Kyle Thomas, People.com, 13 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for soul
Noun
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Nearby is also Saint Paul Mountain Farms, an orchard and vineyard producing local wines, hard ciders and spirits.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
20 July 2025
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Each meal service is also accompanied by a variety of premium wine and spirits as well as soft drinks.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
20 July 2025
Noun
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Initial report: The intersection of Interstate 70 and North Post Road is closed as officials investigate a fatal crash that killed one person in east Indianapolis, Indianapolis police said.—
Matthew Cupelli,
IndyStar,
21 July 2025
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It has been shown to reduce anxiety levels and physiologic stress, which can help a person relax and improve rest or sleep patterns.—
Ayesha Gulzar,
Verywell Health,
21 July 2025
Noun
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With continuation funds, asset managers in essence are using new investors’ money to pay off old ones.—
Hank Tucker,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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The miscommunication that Scorsese’s blurb refers to as the essence of our crise is the product of both political tragedy and B-movie sensationalism.—
Armond White,
National Review,
23 July 2025
Noun
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Our son’s bed started just burning in the shape of a heart.—
Katie Mannion,
People.com,
28 July 2025
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Adam always finds a way to keep Cam's memory alive which warms our heart.—
Lauren Huff,
EW.com,
28 July 2025
Noun
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Instead, Greene has God—or rather, Sarah’s relationship with God—wreak great suffering upon her psyche.—
Terry Nguyen
July 23,
Literary Hub,
23 July 2025
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Feeling seen has a powerful effect on the psyche and will act as a motivating factor to continue excelling in their tasks.—
Janine Schindler,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
Noun
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He's blessed us every day to get up to come here with life, with intelligence.—
John C. Moritz,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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This is the same recipe that led to the university's record-high student retention rate, to a new nursing building that will put more nurses in the field and to faculty conducting research that betters people's lives.—
Kelly Meyerhofer,
jsonline.com,
30 July 2025
Noun
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In the decades following, Creed and others either waned in popularity or imploded the way popular rock bands often do: lineup changes, substance abuse, legal issues, deaths.—
Brittany Spanos,
Rolling Stone,
21 July 2025
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These substances have already been banned by several U.S. states and the European Union.—
Rachel Treisman,
NPR,
21 July 2025
Noun
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Pitchers such as Sandy Alcántara, Edward Cabrera, Mitch Keller, Zac Gallen or Merrill Kelly come to mind as the new targets for the Cubs.—
Drew VonScio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 July 2025
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Crossword puzzles offer a fantastic opportunity to engage your mind, enjoy leisure time, and test your knowledge simultaneously.—
Sally Hoelscher,
USA Today,
28 July 2025
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“Soul.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soul. Accessed 2 Aug. 2025.
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