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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
And Danielson noted that the team now has plenty of time to practice and give attention to areas of concern.
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Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 9 Sep. 2025
Williams played decently well, but there are plenty of areas that need to improve for the Bears next week.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Sep. 2025
Gently wipe the marble surface, taking care to focus on any areas that may have stains or spills.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 9 Sep. 2025
Sweeping is especially important in highly trafficked areas of the home, such as the kitchen or entryway, to prevent food and dirt from attracting pests and negatively impacting your home's air quality.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Sep. 2025
The site is surrounded by commercial, residential and light industrial areas, according to the applicant’s submission.
—Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 9 Sep. 2025
Other Notable Winners NBC’s Saturday Night Live earned recognition beyond its anniversary special, taking home three technical awards in areas like set design, lighting, and sound.
—Marc Berman, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Over the last several years, multiple studies from the Wisconsin Policy Forum have raised red flags about Wisconsin and the Milwaukee areas lack of public arts funding.
—Claudia Levens, jsonline.com, 8 Sep. 2025
During heavy rain, flooding is possible, especially in low-lying and flood-prone areas.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 9 Sep. 2025
Williams played decently well, but there are plenty of areas that need to improve for the Bears next week.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Sep. 2025
Gently wipe the marble surface, taking care to focus on any areas that may have stains or spills.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 9 Sep. 2025
Sweeping is especially important in highly trafficked areas of the home, such as the kitchen or entryway, to prevent food and dirt from attracting pests and negatively impacting your home's air quality.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Sep. 2025
The site is surrounded by commercial, residential and light industrial areas, according to the applicant’s submission.
—Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 9 Sep. 2025
Other Notable Winners NBC’s Saturday Night Live earned recognition beyond its anniversary special, taking home three technical awards in areas like set design, lighting, and sound.
—Marc Berman, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Over the last several years, multiple studies from the Wisconsin Policy Forum have raised red flags about Wisconsin and the Milwaukee areas lack of public arts funding.
—Claudia Levens, jsonline.com, 8 Sep. 2025
During heavy rain, flooding is possible, especially in low-lying and flood-prone areas.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for areas
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From island flavors at the Caribbean Beach Resort to the splash zones of Typhoon Lagoon and the icy adventures at Blizzard Beach, there’s still plenty of time to soak up every last drop of the summer.—
Martie Bowser,
Miami Herald,
5 Sep. 2025
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At least in Northern California, Verizon seems to have fewer dead zones than T-Mobile.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
5 Sep. 2025
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The Steve Madden Verdict Mesh Sneakers deliver in the color, texture, and comfort departments.—
Amber Cardullo,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
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However, that approach is not representative of the advanced work that occurs across the data departments within clubs.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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Another con was having fewer options in rural or suburban regions.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Sep. 2025
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Aim for early fall in most regions; late summer is best in northern locations (Zone 3).—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 Sep. 2025
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When a mother tree is felled, the survival rate of many of its seedlings may be drastically reduced, a process not unlike the reciprocal feedback loop of Yggdrasill, whose deterioration in response to discord in the nine realms spells cosmic collapse.—
Ellen Walker,
JSTOR Daily,
3 Sep. 2025
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These leaders are the future of our communities in both the corporate and nonprofit realms.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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For the Sandhills, June is a prime time to see early blossoms, while August through September brings fields of sunflowers and asters.—
Iona Brannon,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Sep. 2025
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Sirianni mentioned how those created short fields for an offense.—
Zach Berman,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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From there, generalists help to refine and adapt projects, while specialists elevate execution in their domains.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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Turkey is also rapidly advancing its domestic defense capabilities across multiple domains with heavy military equipment such as its first aircraft carrier and jet fighters, positioning itself as a viable alternative to Western defense suppliers, including NATO allies.—
Amira El-Fekki,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Sep. 2025
Noun
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In 2008 and 2016, the company released sets that were full spheres.—
Daniel S. Levine,
PEOPLE,
5 Sep. 2025
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His judicial reach has extended deep into Brazil's political and digital spheres, with sweeping orders to block social media accounts linked to the January 2023 insurrection, sanctions against X (formerly Twitter), and criminal referrals for digital disinformation campaigns.—
Jesus Mesa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Forest walks, lazy lake days, midday swims, and evening bonfires are a part of your regular day.—
Miles Walls,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Sep. 2025
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More Rapfogel/Getty Images Treinen came in for Yamamoto, allowing a double, a hit-by-pitch, a wild pitch, and two walks, forcing manager Dave Roberts to remove him in favor of struggling lefty Tanner Scott.—
Jackson Roberts,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Areas.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/areas. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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