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as in object
something material that can be perceived by the senses
can you hand me that thing over there?
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as in product
something produced by physical or intellectual effort
just the latest thing from her fertile imagination
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as in entity
one that has a real and independent existence
the thing to which the subject of the sentence refers
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as in feat
something done by someone
one of the things you can do is to help me clean up
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as in event
something that happens
the accident was just one of those things that can happen anywhere
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as in purpose
something that one hopes or intends to accomplish
the important thing is that we get the project back on schedule
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as in matter
something to be dealt with
I have lots of things to do this afternoon
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as in stuff
things plural
transportable items that one owns
gather your things and get out
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as in specialty
something for which a person shows a special talent
math just isn't my thing
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as in person
a member of the human race
you poor thing, you must be exhausted
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Recent Examples of thing
Barbecue, as a tangible thing (and an idea) is always in motion.
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Adrian Miller,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
1 July 2026
Even if cherries aren’t your thing, there are plenty of other fruits that provide anti-inflammatory benefits and can even help your gut thanks to the presence of powerful antioxidants (like polyphenols and vitamin C) and fiber.
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Laura Solla,
Vogue,
1 July 2026
The Canucks had a good thing going down the stretch, with a variety of players stepping up for their teammates and standing up for one another.
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Thomas Drance,
New York Times,
1 July 2026
So after the pregame ceremony, those children, who are all between the ages of 8 and 11, did the next best thing.
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Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
1 July 2026
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Adrian Miller,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
1 July 2026
Even if cherries aren’t your thing, there are plenty of other fruits that provide anti-inflammatory benefits and can even help your gut thanks to the presence of powerful antioxidants (like polyphenols and vitamin C) and fiber.
—
Laura Solla,
Vogue,
1 July 2026
The Canucks had a good thing going down the stretch, with a variety of players stepping up for their teammates and standing up for one another.
—
Thomas Drance,
New York Times,
1 July 2026
So after the pregame ceremony, those children, who are all between the ages of 8 and 11, did the next best thing.
—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
1 July 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thing
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What happens when an unstoppable force meets an immovable object?
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Air traffic control audio from that incident indicated the object appeared to strike the aircraft above the cockpit.
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The product, used to manage swallowing difficulties, might cause NEC, the FDA said.
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The historic town center boasts a 13th-century bell tower and municipal palace, cobbled streets, and shops selling local products.
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In January, Comcast spun off those networks, including CNBC, MS NOW, USA Network and Golf Channel, to create a new entity called Versant.
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According to the president’s latest financial disclosure, his entities DT Marks Defi and DT Marks SC realized nearly $263 million in net proceeds from the sale.
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The 31-year-old is continuing to make his case as one of the best players in baseball history, achieving unprecedented feats as a rare two-way player who has been dominant both as a hitter and a pitcher.
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Then the cell performs an astounding, microscopic feat of strength.
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Greenwood is leading a series of high-profile events to celebrate America's 250th anniversary.
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Fans from around the world attended the event, with many saying this World Cup has felt different.
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Sheriff's officials said a detailed investigation determined three employees used the system for non-law enforcement purposes, violating both agency policy and Georgia law.
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Protect your space, then re-engage with purpose.
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The news comes as Lackland Air Force Base in Texas — home to the Air Force's Basic Military Training program — grapples with a flu outbreak that has infected 275 people in recent weeks, a congressional staffer with knowledge of the matter told CBS News.
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To make matters worse, microbiome testing has gotten cheaper and faster, but not more accurate.
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Addam has a dragon and got to swoop in after all the fighting for the warm and fuzzy stuff.
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Tackle one section of a room at a time—a nightstand, dresser, desk, or medicine cabinet—to help give more structure and direction when working in with lots of stuff.
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“Thing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thing. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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