as in object
one that has a real and independent existence
I heard something fall off the counter
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as in pretty
to some degree or extent
a person of something less than total honesty
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for something
Noun
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The illusion comes from how our brains interpret visual cues, especially when comparing the moon to nearby objects like trees or buildings.—
Daisy Dobrijevic,
Space.com,
8 Aug. 2025 -
Another spectator was reportedly hit by the object.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
8 Aug. 2025
Adverb
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Temperatures and humidity will begin to increase on Thursday, reaching the upper 80s which is pretty typical for mid-August in the metro.—
Robert A. Cronkleton,
Kansas City Star,
14 Aug. 2025
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Corn on the cob is pretty much required for a cookout, and eating is already going to get a bit messy when ribs are also on the menu.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
14 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The principle recognizes the legal rights of natural entities, such as rivers, mountains, ecosystems or even something as specific as wild rice.—
Dana Zartner,
Space.com,
17 Aug. 2025
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Any entities working in weather modification must report all activities to NOAA under the Weather Modification Reporting Act.—
Hayleigh Evans,
AZCentral.com,
17 Aug. 2025
Adverb
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Tanner, who is quite religious, was doing the latter.—
Jim Clash,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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Most of the utensils were pretty cheap, quite worn, and really should have been tossed a long time ago—including my black plastic spatula.—
Mark Marino,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
14 Aug. 2025
Noun
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But a White House executive order last month seeks to bring back the old model, directing federal agencies to end funding for organizations that offer housing to people without first requiring treatment for substance abuse or serious mental illnesses.—
Nathaniel Meyersohn,
CNN Money,
14 Aug. 2025
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Mike’s mental health struggles, and potentially his substance abuse, have contributed to a narrative that’s isolating him.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Aug. 2025
Adverb
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Ether has been trading within a relatively modest range recently, fluctuating between $3,300 and $3,800 in August following a big month where notable government developments helped boost regulatory clarity for the crypto space.—
Charles Lloyd Bovaird II,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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However, using a relatively small 93 kWh battery does inevitably reduce the Evija’s range.—
Tim Pitt,
Robb Report,
6 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Back in late 2020, the married reality TV show hosts paid former NFL wide receiver Randall Cobb just over $5 million for his East Coast traditional-style residence in the San Fernando Valley community of Tarzana.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
15 Aug. 2025
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On air from 2004 to 2016—and again in 2020—the show often pushed contestants to their limits with extreme exercise stunts designed to create drama for a reality TV audience.—
Olivia B. Waxman,
Time,
15 Aug. 2025
Adverb
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Engine’s history is to send letters and/or nominate directors but settle rather quickly.—
Kenneth Squire,
CNBC,
16 Aug. 2025
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But this will be no typical return, rather a return by the franchise’s all-time leader in 3-pointers.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
16 Aug. 2025
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“Something.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/something. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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