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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
As the capsule dipped into the atmosphere, internal layers became scorching hot through a process called pyrolysis, trapping gas.
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Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 11 Apr. 2026
Charlie Chaplin, Henry Fonda, Gianni Agnelli, Emilio Pucci, and the investor and entrepreneur Roberto Sciò, who bought it from the Grahams in 1979, pledging to maintain the cosy, family atmosphere that made the property unique.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Apr. 2026
Spacecraft returning from the moon hit Earth's atmosphere at tremendous speeds — 24,000 mph (38,600 kph) or thereabouts.
—Mike Wall, Space.com, 11 Apr. 2026
The Orion spacecraft spent 13 and a half minutes falling through the atmosphere, hitting a top speed of more than 30 times the speed of sound.
—Brendan Byrne, NPR, 11 Apr. 2026
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Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 11 Apr. 2026
Charlie Chaplin, Henry Fonda, Gianni Agnelli, Emilio Pucci, and the investor and entrepreneur Roberto Sciò, who bought it from the Grahams in 1979, pledging to maintain the cosy, family atmosphere that made the property unique.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Apr. 2026
Spacecraft returning from the moon hit Earth's atmosphere at tremendous speeds — 24,000 mph (38,600 kph) or thereabouts.
—Mike Wall, Space.com, 11 Apr. 2026
The Orion spacecraft spent 13 and a half minutes falling through the atmosphere, hitting a top speed of more than 30 times the speed of sound.
—Brendan Byrne, NPR, 11 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for atmosphere
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Something that’s been evident in his aura.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
10 Apr. 2026
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Only those who are desperate to seem cool would manufacture or farm aura.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
8 Apr. 2026
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In Florida’s complex and frustrating health care environment, a profession has cropped up of people who work independently on behalf of clients to coordinate their medical care.—
Cindy Krischer Goodman,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2026
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Enhance your environment and fill your home with beautiful plants.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2026
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East Sacramento Partnerships for a Livable City sued Sacramento after the council approved the McKinley Village project, alleging city officials violated CEQA by failing to disclose and make efforts to address air quality, public health, traffic, and other issues.—
Stephen Hobbs,
Sacbee.com,
9 Apr. 2026
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The pieces are designed to be handy but not disruptive to your kitchen aesthetic, including a stylish French door air fry oven or a powerful stand mixer that can be left out on the counter.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
9 Apr. 2026
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Perhaps others in the area have stumbled upon the mysterious flute man themselves, or can recall the smell of monomer from a nail salon at the Redlands Mall.—
Andrea Flores,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Apr. 2026
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Just the check, the soft clatter of plates and that lingering smell of basil and coconut that follows you out the door.—
Timothy DePeugh,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Apr. 2026
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The flavors and aromas of almond extract resemble marzipan more than raw nuts.—
Emily Saladino,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
9 Apr. 2026
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Channel catfish rely on scent, and they are attracted to salty, sweet, and pungent aromas.—
Joe Cermele,
Outdoor Life,
9 Apr. 2026
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Antarctic sea ice is declining at record rates, according to climate scientists.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2026
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Creeping Phlox Also known as moss phlox, creeping phlox is a native perennial that offers profuse blooms in shades of white, pink, purple, and red as soon as early April in temperate climates.—
Alexandra Jones,
The Spruce,
9 Apr. 2026
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Solar lights add pretty ambiance to a walkway, patio, or gazebo.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Apr. 2026
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Regardless, string lights like these instantly create warmth, ambiance, and luminescence.—
Rebecca Jones,
Southern Living,
8 Apr. 2026
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The hard drive also features surround cooling, letting the hard drives perform better in the long run.—
George Yang,
PC Magazine,
1 Apr. 2026
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While the large spring-fed lake serves as the centerpiece of this area, there’s much more to Lake Geneva and its surrounds.—
Katy Spratte Joyce,
Midwest Living,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Atmosphere.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/atmosphere. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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