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as in versatile
able to do many different kinds of things
a universal wrench
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2
as in general
belonging or relating to the whole
mankind's universal need for affection
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as in comprehensive
covering everything or all important points
the genius of Leonardo da Vinci was universal: he was an artist, an architect, an engineer, and a scientist, among other things
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as in ubiquitous
present in all places and at all times
after the home team won the national championship, throughout the city a sense of pride was as universal as the air
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Recent Examples of universal
New York City’s universal Pre-K and 3K programs offer a model of success.
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Grace Rauh, New York Daily News, 16 Apr. 2025
There is a problem in our understanding of universal expansion; different methods for measuring the rate of expansion yield different results.
—Arick Wierson, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Apr. 2025
At an annual cost to taxpayers of $535 million, or roughly $1.60 per American taxpayer, stations provide free and universal access to educational shows, emergency alerts and a wide array of news and cultural content.
—Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 16 Apr. 2025
According to the filing, Trump lacks the authority to unilaterally impose duties against Mexico, China and Canada using IEEPA—or create a universal baseline tariff of 10 percent that impacts all trading partners.
—Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 16 Apr. 2025
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Grace Rauh, New York Daily News, 16 Apr. 2025
There is a problem in our understanding of universal expansion; different methods for measuring the rate of expansion yield different results.
—Arick Wierson, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Apr. 2025
At an annual cost to taxpayers of $535 million, or roughly $1.60 per American taxpayer, stations provide free and universal access to educational shows, emergency alerts and a wide array of news and cultural content.
—Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 16 Apr. 2025
According to the filing, Trump lacks the authority to unilaterally impose duties against Mexico, China and Canada using IEEPA—or create a universal baseline tariff of 10 percent that impacts all trading partners.
—Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 16 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for universal
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Metallics—especially gold and silver—are easy to wear like neutrals, making this pair of heels a versatile addition to your shoe wardrobe.—
Nina Derwin,
Glamour,
17 Apr. 2025
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These cocktails are easy to prepare, light and refreshing, and versatile enough for any Mother’s Day pairing.—
Irene S. Levine,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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Primaries not needed Spanberger and Earle-Sears can both skip competing in a primary and will instead head straight into the general face-off.—
Savannah Kuchar,
USA Today,
21 Apr. 2025
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Two days later, general manager Julien BriseBois began his mid-season media session by pointing out how strong the Bolts, victorious in only six of their previous 15 games, were in many key categories.—
Tom Layberger,
Forbes.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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Earlier this month, the Chinese government escalated things even further, subjecting seven rare earth elements to a more comprehensive export licensing program that covers the whole world and is designed to further choke off American companies.—
Zeyi Yang,
Wired News,
23 Apr. 2025
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Scientists with the forensic genetic genealogy lab based in Texas were able to build a comprehensive genetic profile using existing data for the then-unknown woman and ultimately found her identity.—
Audrey Conklin,
FOXNews.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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This development mirrors the revolutionary vision of personal computing, suggesting a future where AI agents could become as ubiquitous as desktop computers. 2.—
Gaurav Pathak,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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And although offal may never become as ubiquitous as muscle meat in American diets, more people eating organ meats could come with some positives.—
Valerie Trapp,
The Atlantic,
17 Apr. 2025
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Long-Term Resilience Prioritizing upskilling prepares you for a resilient future with adaptable employees ready to take on evolving roles.—
Danny Asnani,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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Kara Nitschke, migratory and game bird biologist with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, said Canada geese are very adaptable and easily assimilate.—
Morgan Severson,
CNN Money,
25 Apr. 2025
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Seen through the narrator’s eyes, the fast-food restaurant’s employees lose their generic anonymity and gain a sense of individuality.—
Rhian Sasseen,
The Atlantic,
17 Apr. 2025
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The class action lawsuit alleges that Walgreens sold generic drugs at a higher cost to customers with insurance than to members of its Prescription Savings Club, according to court documents.—
Jeremy Tanner,
The Hill,
16 Apr. 2025
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The Top of the Standard (known colloquially as the Boom Boom Room) instantly commands your attention with the bar’s gilded centerpiece, reminiscent of a trumpet flute, and its floor-to-ceiling windows that provide incredible panoramic views of New York City and the Hudson River.—
Christina Liao,
Vogue,
19 Apr. 2025
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Recommended: the glorious, scenic route of Hwy 82 with its panoramic views of mountains and wildlife.—
Josh Max,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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Having heard widespread praise for Marsh around the league, Cardoso was sold by the end of her first phone call with her new coach.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2025
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With the potential to revolutionize numerous areas of life, these machines are poised to attract widespread attention from investors, corporations, governments and consumers.—
Anton Alikov,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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“Universal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/universal. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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