ambients

noun

plural of ambient
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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  1. environments
  2. atmospheres
  3. surrounds
  4. climates
Noun
  • Engineers are also working on the advanced radioisotope thermoelectric generators to maximize power output for deep-space environments.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 7 Nov. 2026
  • But for highly sensitive data and AI workloads, some organizations require stronger isolation and operational controls provided by air-gapped environments.
    — Karan Alang, Forbes.com, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of environments
Noun
  • Astronomers have cataloged more than 6,000 exoplanets and are examining the atmospheres of promising worlds for gases that could indicate biological activity.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 3 Nov. 2026
  • This Mount Rushmore represents a good mix of four different kinds of food and dining experiences, with different menus, atmospheres, and themes.
    — Austin Perry OutKick, FOXNews.com, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of atmospheres
Noun
  • On its own, without a subwoofer or rear surrounds, the Bravia Theater Trio puts out a large, powerful front sound field.
    — Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 15 Oct. 2026
  • Neither are ideal, but this hasn’t prevented City fans from generating a decent atmosphere inside their new surrounds, particularly during last season’s run-in when the final nine home games were all won.
    — Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of surrounds
Noun
  • However, Brussels sprouts can be planted in the fall and harvested from winter to spring in warmer climates.
    — Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Nov. 2026
  • This is especially great for those who frequent theme parks or spend time outside in warmer climates.
    — Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of climates
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