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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
But a lot of things have to take place right now.
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The Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
25 June 2026
As the most discerning, up-to-the-minute voice in all things travel, Condé Nast Traveler is the global citizen’s bible and muse, offering both inspiration and vital intel.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 June 2026
Add a pair of statement sandals to balance things out.
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Ariel Bielsky,
InStyle,
24 June 2026
Hazel leaves with her friend, and Paula goes to do the right thing.
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Erin Qualey,
Vulture,
24 June 2026
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The Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
25 June 2026
As the most discerning, up-to-the-minute voice in all things travel, Condé Nast Traveler is the global citizen’s bible and muse, offering both inspiration and vital intel.
—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 June 2026
Add a pair of statement sandals to balance things out.
—
Ariel Bielsky,
InStyle,
24 June 2026
Hazel leaves with her friend, and Paula goes to do the right thing.
—
Erin Qualey,
Vulture,
24 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thing
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Officers believe the suspect started throwing objects out of the passenger-side window during the pursuit.
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Avoid tall, isolated trees or other elevated objects.
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Analysts see it as a step toward requiring AI developers to take greater accountability for their products.
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The stubborn fire at the 500,000-square-foot food-product storage facility started on Wednesday.
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One of the entities that helped turn an idea into those accounts was a partnership called the Emergency Savings Initiative (ESI), between asset manager BlackRock and Commonwealth, a national nonprofit focused on financial security.
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Generally, dark energy and dark matter are regarded as separate entities, their elusiveness their primary link.
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As a curvy girl, finding baggy jeans is no easy feat; most of the loose fits and boyfriend styles don’t even end up being baggy on me.
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Regardless of reviews, The Odyssey is a monumental cinematic feat that makes the case to be recognized for cinematic excellence by the Oscars.
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The best Prime Day clothing deals tend to change day by day, so check back in over the course of the event to shop all the newest and most exciting markdowns.
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Boggi Milano, which will also be the official licensee of the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027, is a fitting partner to the global sporting event.
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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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Will Smith traversed the globe for 100 days and did a whole bunch of adventure-quest stuff on the Disney Plus/National Geographic series Pole to Pole With Will Smith.
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And the longer-term stuff that even those close to him might not have recognized.
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“Thing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thing. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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