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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 areas
Most areas in North Texas were covered in ice, sleet and snow, creating hazardous conditions.
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Michael Dorgan, FOXNews.com, 28 Jan. 2026
In the past two years, Russian territorial gains in some areas can be measured in just yards per day, well under half a football field, the CSIS report says.
—Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 28 Jan. 2026
Florida officials said the investment strengthens the state’s position in advanced computing, national defense, data security, and critical research areas such as life sciences and transportation.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 28 Jan. 2026
The bill would allocate $100 million in funding to the Maryland Department of Transportation to identify areas where high-voltage transmission lines and battery storage projects can take place along highways and interstates.
—Jt Moodee Lockman, CBS News, 27 Jan. 2026
Assess damage With sleet, ice and some snow piling up on streets, trees and poles also came down in some areas.
—Morayo Ogunbayo, AJC.com, 27 Jan. 2026
High school and local college results and highlights from the Southland, Aurora, Elgin, Naperville and Lake County coverage areas.
—Josh Krockey, Chicago Tribune, 27 Jan. 2026
Heading up to Deck 19, explore more outdoor family activities or exclusive areas reserved for MSC Yacht Club and Aurea guests.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Jan. 2026
The National Weather Service had warnings for extreme, dangerous cold in effect Tuesday morning from Texas to Pennsylvania, where some areas were forecast to see wind chills as low as minus 20 degrees Fahrenheit.
—Russ Bynum, Los Angeles Times, 27 Jan. 2026
Michael Dorgan, FOXNews.com, 28 Jan. 2026
In the past two years, Russian territorial gains in some areas can be measured in just yards per day, well under half a football field, the CSIS report says.
—Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 28 Jan. 2026
Florida officials said the investment strengthens the state’s position in advanced computing, national defense, data security, and critical research areas such as life sciences and transportation.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 28 Jan. 2026
The bill would allocate $100 million in funding to the Maryland Department of Transportation to identify areas where high-voltage transmission lines and battery storage projects can take place along highways and interstates.
—Jt Moodee Lockman, CBS News, 27 Jan. 2026
Assess damage With sleet, ice and some snow piling up on streets, trees and poles also came down in some areas.
—Morayo Ogunbayo, AJC.com, 27 Jan. 2026
High school and local college results and highlights from the Southland, Aurora, Elgin, Naperville and Lake County coverage areas.
—Josh Krockey, Chicago Tribune, 27 Jan. 2026
Heading up to Deck 19, explore more outdoor family activities or exclusive areas reserved for MSC Yacht Club and Aurea guests.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Jan. 2026
The National Weather Service had warnings for extreme, dangerous cold in effect Tuesday morning from Texas to Pennsylvania, where some areas were forecast to see wind chills as low as minus 20 degrees Fahrenheit.
—Russ Bynum, Los Angeles Times, 27 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for areas
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There are also hybrids for everyday wear on farms and ranches that feature functional bottoms, durable outsoles and flex zones for comfort.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
27 Jan. 2026
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Some are stationary, usually near security zones or public institutions, but others are mobile.—
CNN,
CNN Money,
27 Jan. 2026
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Dadio said her center has trained 2,200 people and certified 245 trainers who bring the techniques to their departments.—
Mark Pazniokas,
Hartford Courant,
31 Jan. 2026
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After a nearly two-month search for a successor, Yankee GM Brian Cashman elected to stay in house and last week named 44-year-old Mario Garza, who’s spent 16 years in various capacities in the Yankees minor league and scouting departments, as the new international scouting director.—
Bill Madden,
New York Daily News,
31 Jan. 2026
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California has been losing business to production hubs in regions with generous tax incentives, including New Jersey, which has recently become an East Coast production hot spot.—
Rebecca Keegan,
NBC news,
7 Jan. 2026
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Western provinces—including Ilam, Kermanshah, Lorestan, and Hamedan—have seen the deadliest clashes so far, according to Kurdish-Iranian rights group Hengaw, which says those regions account for a majority of fatalities.—
Connor Greene,
Time,
7 Jan. 2026
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Early slayers often originate between realms—people who have been near death and pulled back, or have the markings of potential vampires, or who are born at times of the year when the veil between worlds is thin.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Jan. 2026
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His talent for pulling music out of phase, bending instruments to his will and inspiring the room into new realms really pushed Maren and me to summon fresh melodies and new stories out of our writing.—
Melinda Newman,
Billboard,
26 Jan. 2026
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World’s first 20 MW turbine The world’s first 20 MW turbine, developed and built in China, boasts of three blades that are 482 feet (147 m) long and sweep an area of 10 football fields.—
Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
13 Jan. 2026
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That was obvious in Palm Beach County when county commissioners were poised last month to rubber stamp a data center complex roughly the size of 150 football fields.—
Orlando Sentinel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 Jan. 2026
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In these domains, embracing merit may have its flaws.—
Kenji Yoshino,
Mercury News,
24 Jan. 2026
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Local governments operate mostly independently, and business and institutional leaders have power over their domains.—
Marc Novicoff,
The Atlantic,
21 Jan. 2026
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Available in eight shades, the lip liners are formulated with hyaluronic filling spheres for a tug-free glide, coconut and jojoba oil blend for lightweight nourishment, and carnauba and candelilla wax blend to help create precise, seamless lines.—
Kathryn Hopkins,
Footwear News,
23 Jan. 2026
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From square pillows to round designs, textural spheres, down pillows, and even classic square or rectangle silhouettes (that are anything but square, design-wise), the world is your oyster.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
20 Jan. 2026
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The concierge collaborates with local artists and curators to create tailored experiences like private gallery or museum tours, studio visits, and neighborhood walks designed to reflect each guest’s interests.—
Jessica Chapel,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Jan. 2026
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Wear them to the gym, on walks, while running errands, or just lounging around the house.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Areas.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/areas. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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