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a region of activity, knowledge, or influence
a top researcher in the area of human genetics
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Recent Examples of area
The process is limited both in area and duration and, over time, is estimated to increase local precipitation by 5% to 15%.
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Sam Meredith, CNBC, 24 Feb. 2026
Here's your daily look at traffic on major highways in the Kansas City area.
—Kansas City Star, 24 Feb. 2026
During heavy rain, flooding is possible, especially in low-lying and flood-prone areas.
—Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 15 Feb. 2026
Fix the problem by widening the clearances between these zones, especially on the island where clutter feels more on display than in other areas of the kitchen.
—Michelle Mastro, The Spruce, 14 Feb. 2026
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Sam Meredith, CNBC, 24 Feb. 2026
Here's your daily look at traffic on major highways in the Kansas City area.
—Kansas City Star, 24 Feb. 2026
During heavy rain, flooding is possible, especially in low-lying and flood-prone areas.
—Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 15 Feb. 2026
Fix the problem by widening the clearances between these zones, especially on the island where clutter feels more on display than in other areas of the kitchen.
—Michelle Mastro, The Spruce, 14 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for area
Noun
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Athletes just flood the zone and the party begins.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Feb. 2026
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Crest Canyon Crest Canyon, known as District X1A, is in the construction phase, which is divided into three work zones that run through September.—
Luke Harold,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Norway has recently produced Olympic champions in beach volleyball and several in track and field – two quintessentially summer sports.—
Don Riddell,
CNN Money,
22 Feb. 2026
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The slide path was estimated to be roughly the length of a football field.—
Michael McGough,
Sacbee.com,
22 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Even though the word has gotten out about this incredible region in Mexico’s Baja California Sur, Todos Santos remains one of the most magical travel destinations in the entire country.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
26 Feb. 2026
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This spontaneous journey took me to Andalucía, the southernmost region of the Iberian Peninsula, with natural beauty that unravels like a cinematic masterpiece.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Feb. 2026
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And even though writers — whose currency is the very non-AI realm of imagination and humor — may be in a comparatively good position relative to set designers and other physical production professionals, the mood remained bleak just the same.—
Steven Zeitchik,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Feb. 2026
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Baelor, still a young man, could’ve become the greatest king the realm has ever known.—
Noel Murray,
Vulture,
23 Feb. 2026
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That particular corner was filled with pink shirts and defeated faces, and Salloi stood in front of them, fingers in the corners of his mouth, drawing his smile wide like the Joker.—
Daniel Sperry,
Kansas City Star,
20 Feb. 2026
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Tech execs in their 30s and 40s mingle with local artists and philanthropists—and yes, that just might be Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel in the corner, but the crowd doesn’t seem to care.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 Feb. 2026
Noun
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For tea lovers, Nijiri offers afternoon tea courses that incorporate elements of traditional Japanese tea ceremony, creating moments of calm amid the exploration of flavors.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 Feb. 2026
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The bill restricts a local government unit’s ability to impose and increase fees related to building approval and permits, among other design-element limitations.—
Alexandra Kukulka,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Feb. 2026
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Fish and Wildlife spokesperson Cort Klopping said a department biologist headed to the area of the Verdugo Mountains where the attack occurred to investigate and spoke with McVay.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Feb. 2026
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Hartman said the department is in touch with local and state crews regarding the wildfires, who will give them a 24-hour notice if an evacuation at Alligator Alcatraz becomes necessary.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
26 Feb. 2026
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Once the domain of film students and YouTubers, crowdfunding an independent movie has now reached the upper echelons of Silicon Valley and American politics.—
Mia Galuppo,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Feb. 2026
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In highly structured domains like coding or math, deeper automation is already possible.—
Sharon Goldman,
Fortune,
23 Feb. 2026
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“Area.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/area. Accessed 26 Feb. 2026.
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