as in stuff
transportable items that one owns
gather your things and get out
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Recent Examples of things
Confirm timing, assign ownership, and keep things clear.
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Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 22 Apr. 2026
But things got wild when the robot started break dancing and bashing itself into a million robotic pieces.
—Matt Reigle Outkick, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2026
There are too many contradictions, too long a list of things that require confronting, too much gray area to reconcile.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 21 Apr. 2026
Once the windows and walls are breached, all the combustible things inside like couches, furniture, clothes and plastics quickly erupt and begin sending large showers of dangerous burning embers lofted by heavy wind, setting new fires a block or two away.
—ABC News, 21 Apr. 2026
But even on YouTube Kids, things slip through.
—Marah Eakin, Vulture, 21 Apr. 2026
For some of us, that can mean tightening the belt a little bit and going without some things.
—Bo Evans, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
Word was for writing things up.
—Gideon Lewis-Kraus, New Yorker, 15 Apr. 2026
The ultra-thin caliber 240 HU keeps things slim, while the pusher at 10 o’clock allows seamless time-zone jumps.
—Stephen Watson, Robb Report, 14 Apr. 2026
Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 22 Apr. 2026
But things got wild when the robot started break dancing and bashing itself into a million robotic pieces.
—Matt Reigle Outkick, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2026
There are too many contradictions, too long a list of things that require confronting, too much gray area to reconcile.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 21 Apr. 2026
Once the windows and walls are breached, all the combustible things inside like couches, furniture, clothes and plastics quickly erupt and begin sending large showers of dangerous burning embers lofted by heavy wind, setting new fires a block or two away.
—ABC News, 21 Apr. 2026
But even on YouTube Kids, things slip through.
—Marah Eakin, Vulture, 21 Apr. 2026
For some of us, that can mean tightening the belt a little bit and going without some things.
—Bo Evans, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
Word was for writing things up.
—Gideon Lewis-Kraus, New Yorker, 15 Apr. 2026
The ultra-thin caliber 240 HU keeps things slim, while the pusher at 10 o’clock allows seamless time-zone jumps.
—Stephen Watson, Robb Report, 14 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for things
Noun
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Even though there was some absurd stuff on the show, people did legitimately do things that were outrageous back then.—
Jennifer Wilson,
New Yorker,
12 Apr. 2026
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This is distinct from writing that is humorous, the stuff that will give you a wry smile at best.—
John Warner,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Casias, 53, was last seen walking on a highway near Talpa, New Mexico, in June 2025, according to New Mexico State Police, leaving her belongings at home and a phone that had been factory-reset, NBC News reported.—
Natasha Chen,
CNN Money,
21 Apr. 2026
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Among the gunman’s belongings was a photo modified by artificial intelligence showing him alongside the Columbine attackers, according to a state official who spoke to The Associated Press on the condition of anonymity because the official was not authorized to address the media.—
Maria Verza,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Deployed as a winger against strong opposition, Wiegman has also used James as a central attacking midfielder in games where England are likely to dominate possession.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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The Rapids dominated possession in the first half, but Messi scored on a penalty kick to give Miami the lead in the 18th minute after Bright got fouled in the box after stealing the ball in the six-yard box.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
19 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The New York City Council is debating a law that would set time limits on young people’s social media use as concerns grow over its effects on mental health.—
Cayla Bamberger,
New York Daily News,
21 Apr. 2026
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And the creature effects are being overseen by legendary effects artist Greg Nicotero and team at KNB EFX Group, who are known for their work on The Walking Dead and Fallout, among a host of award-winning work.—
Borys Kit,
HollywoodReporter,
21 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Normally, this turns the C ring counterclockwise (like the opposite turning of interlocking gears), which propels the swimming cell forward.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
20 Apr. 2026
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The majority of customers on Sunday were decked out in Pistons' gear.—
Julia Avant,
CBS News,
20 Apr. 2026
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“Things.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/things. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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