as in environments
the circumstances, conditions, or objects by which one is surrounded
observing how the survival techniques of primates vary with the ambient
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Noun
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To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned environments.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
11 June 2026 -
Some advertisers are eager to turn up in such environments, says Michelle Mesenburg, Target’s chief brand officer.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
11 June 2026
Noun
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Studying these alien auroras helps researchers better understand planetary atmospheres and magnetic fields.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
15 June 2026
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Patton’s judicious use of effects and vocal timbres maximizes the Avetts’ various mise-en-scène atmospheres.—
Jason Pettigrew,
SPIN,
11 June 2026
Noun
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The Smart Speaker, which can be used as surrounds, the Soundbar, and the Subwoofer can all process audio as a single unit for spatial audio, Dolby Atmos, and other movie content.—
Eric Zeman,
PC Magazine,
5 May 2026
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In the sanitized and alienating new surrounds, with the camaraderie of the early Hyperion days but a faint memory, long-simmering discontent about working conditions wouldn’t take long to boil over.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
14 Apr. 2026
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These flourishes added a touch of formality that’s perfect for a holiday party in warmer climates like Los Angeles, where this particular screening took place.—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
11 Dec. 2025
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People from colder climates flock to the tropics of Hawaii to get a dose of vitamin D, and many of them will spend some time soaking in the volcanic beauty of Haleakalā National Park.—
Sarah L. Stewart,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Dec. 2025
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“Ambients.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ambients. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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