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as in aura
a special quality or impression associated with something
the fireplace and cozy armchairs give the bookstore the atmosphere of a comfortable home
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as in environment
the circumstances, conditions, or objects by which one is surrounded
liked the quiet and scholarly atmosphere of his prep school
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Recent Examples of atmosphere
During totality, daylight fades into twilight, temperatures drop, bright planets appear, and the sun’s delicate outer atmosphere — the corona — becomes visible to the naked eye.
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Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2026
Her inner light reminds him of the stars he’s seen with his own eyes, above the polluted atmosphere of Earth.
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Andy Andersen,
Vulture,
27 June 2026
The virtual oar-yanking celebration in a baseball atmosphere was one of those weird juxtapositions that seem to get fostered whenever a World Cup fanbase descends upon a host city.
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Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
26 June 2026
Residents have embraced the event, volunteers from outside Decatur have signed up to help, and visitors have praised the event's organization and family-friendly atmosphere.
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Jamal Goss,
CBS News,
26 June 2026
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Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2026
Her inner light reminds him of the stars he’s seen with his own eyes, above the polluted atmosphere of Earth.
—
Andy Andersen,
Vulture,
27 June 2026
The virtual oar-yanking celebration in a baseball atmosphere was one of those weird juxtapositions that seem to get fostered whenever a World Cup fanbase descends upon a host city.
—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
26 June 2026
Residents have embraced the event, volunteers from outside Decatur have signed up to help, and visitors have praised the event's organization and family-friendly atmosphere.
—
Jamal Goss,
CBS News,
26 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for atmosphere
Recent Examples of Synonyms for atmosphere
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The juxtaposition of familiar names creates an aura that savvy consumers recognize as significant.
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Inspired by the fan-favorite drink, this dreamy aura design blends soft gradients with a vibrant pop of jellyfish candy red for a look that's almost good enough to eat.
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Scientists do not believe those environments existed where the rock formed.
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The exemptions typically apply to vulnerable populations like people who live in communal environments, healthcare workers and other categories, the staffer said.
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Demos has since purchased a temporary window unit, but says her first floor isn't feeling much cool air at all and is now stuck facing a big price tag for a new air conditioner.
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Quickly cool down your car interior Start the cool-down process by rolling down the passenger window and fanning the driver’s side door 8 to 10 times to push the hot air out.
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El Niño shifts global weather patterns A naturally occurring climate cycle, El Niño is already exerting effects along the equator, said Daniel Swain, a climate scientist with the University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources, during his June 17 WeatherWest podcast.
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In 2019, the Netherlands’ Supreme court handed down the first major legal win for climate activists when judges ruled that protection from the potentially devastating effects of climate change was a human right and that the government has a duty to protect its citizens.
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Baking soda neutralizes odors instead of masking them, binding with the compounds that actually cause smells rather than covering them up.
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Outside the Lineage warehouse Thursday morning, the smell of heavy smoke was already being replaced with that of spoiling food and filthy water.
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Safety is supported by a 360-degree surround-view perception system, high-precision collision detection, and a hybrid active-passive protection architecture.
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Nor did great merrymaking surround its 2001 move to pioneer quantitative easing.
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Made with a mix of hazy, golden Bavarian-style hefeweizen and tangy, sweet-and-sour grapefruit soda, this beer features aromas of citrus zest and banana bread, and is a great option to sip poolside or during a camping trip.
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Thrilling smoky minerality on the nose with an abundance of floral aromatics that is laced with a citrus salinity, such as lemon confit, that has marked acidity and finishing aromas of seashell, making this a gorgeously gastronomic wine.
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Candle sconces are the best way to create a moody, warm, otherworldly sense of ambience.
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Not adhering to these can not only detract from the ambiance, says Johnston, but also make fellow passengers feel uncomfortable.
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“Atmosphere.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/atmosphere. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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