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as in auras
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 environments
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 atmospheres
Without spoken language to narrate, relying only on vocal reactions, noises, and music to mark atmospheres and culminating moments, we were challenged from pre-production to find more graphic narrative solutions, starting with the storyboards, character design and background art.
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Kevin Giraud, Variety, 15 Feb. 2026
At a depth of one mile, a column of water naturally provides the 160 atmospheres of pressure required for the reactor to function, which eliminates the need for massive and expensive surface pressure vessels.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 11 Feb. 2026
While the interplay of these competing atmospheres can be compelling, the overall effect loses its power as the novelty wears off.
—Maxie Younger, Pitchfork, 11 Feb. 2026
To test that assumption, the research team used the JWST's powerful infrared spectrographs to analyze the chemical makeup of the planets' atmospheres.
—Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 10 Feb. 2026
That playful approach is also evident in the 1990s trend of product advertisements by auteurist filmmakers like Jean-Luc Godard and David Lynch, who brought their signature styles and atmospheres to commercials for shoes, video games, and more.
—Michael Cowan, Artforum, 1 Feb. 2026
These planets are similar in size to Neptune and have thick atmospheres rich in hydrogen and helium surrounding denser, ice-rich interiors.
—Eliza Strickland, IEEE Spectrum, 28 Jan. 2026
Everyone seemed to be interested in exploring the fabric of the city, trying to excavate its strange atmospheres and hidden meanings.
—Hari Kunzru, Harpers Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
Recorded between Santiago and Barcelona, the track fuses rap, samples and introspective atmospheres with polished touches by Dacel.
—Tere Aguilera, Billboard, 23 Jan. 2026
Kevin Giraud, Variety, 15 Feb. 2026
At a depth of one mile, a column of water naturally provides the 160 atmospheres of pressure required for the reactor to function, which eliminates the need for massive and expensive surface pressure vessels.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 11 Feb. 2026
While the interplay of these competing atmospheres can be compelling, the overall effect loses its power as the novelty wears off.
—Maxie Younger, Pitchfork, 11 Feb. 2026
To test that assumption, the research team used the JWST's powerful infrared spectrographs to analyze the chemical makeup of the planets' atmospheres.
—Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 10 Feb. 2026
That playful approach is also evident in the 1990s trend of product advertisements by auteurist filmmakers like Jean-Luc Godard and David Lynch, who brought their signature styles and atmospheres to commercials for shoes, video games, and more.
—Michael Cowan, Artforum, 1 Feb. 2026
These planets are similar in size to Neptune and have thick atmospheres rich in hydrogen and helium surrounding denser, ice-rich interiors.
—Eliza Strickland, IEEE Spectrum, 28 Jan. 2026
Everyone seemed to be interested in exploring the fabric of the city, trying to excavate its strange atmospheres and hidden meanings.
—Hari Kunzru, Harpers Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
Recorded between Santiago and Barcelona, the track fuses rap, samples and introspective atmospheres with polished touches by Dacel.
—Tere Aguilera, Billboard, 23 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for atmospheres
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The film follows a quiet inmate arriving at a violent Indonesian prison with a supernatural entity that kills those with the darkest auras.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
27 Jan. 2026
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This airbrush design on a long square nail comprises a mix of French-tip auras, clear blobs, and 3D florals for a fun and funky design.—
Kara Jillian Brown,
InStyle,
20 Jan. 2026
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Dry out humid environments to nip dust mite activity.—
Nashia Baker,
Martha Stewart,
19 Feb. 2026
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BlueFly is a Bluetooth and Wi-Fi sensor that can be used on air and ground vehicles for search and rescue operations in challenging environments, providing authorities with a heat map to identify signals within a specific area, according to the company.—
Hannah Fry,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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To get rid of those smells, check for leaks and make repairs.—
Hallie Milstein,
Southern Living,
10 Feb. 2026
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People described different smells in different areas — from Bloomingdale to Roselle to Addison and Wood Dale, even to Buffalo Grove and the Wisconsin border.—
Asal Rezaei,
CBS News,
9 Feb. 2026
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What might be a pleasant wine on the ground often loses nuance or becomes imbalanced in flight since the low cabin pressure tends to mute aromas.—
Karla Walsh,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Feb. 2026
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Garnet to the eye, this stunning wine opens with aromas of tobacco leaf, Luxardo cherry, red plum, and black raspberry with just a whiff of minerality and graphite.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
17 Feb. 2026
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When feelings have room to breathe, all kinds of bonds between people can grow!—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
18 Feb. 2026
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And this is true even if your feelings have been hurt.—
Barton Goldsmith,
AJC.com,
18 Feb. 2026
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The boy squire shines bright in the otherwise drab surrounds of the tourney campgrounds.—
Lorraine Ali,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Jan. 2026
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His 1965 Danziger Studio, a live-work space on Melrose Avenue, featured an uninterrupted stucco façade that blended seamlessly into the urban surrounds.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
11 Dec. 2025
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This twist allowed fans to vote on 11 key categories throughout the game, including the colors of the tribes, how many twists and challenges there will be and others, and those who voted will not know the results of the votes until the show airs.—
Lori A Bashian,
FOXNews.com,
14 Feb. 2026
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The matchup airs on FDSDET and TSN.—
Data Skrive,
New York Times,
11 Feb. 2026
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Lavender Tea Lavender is an evergreen, bushy plant native to Mediterranean climates, known for its sweet aroma.—
Mark Gurarie,
Verywell Health,
20 Feb. 2026
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Clay and concrete tiles—ideal for hot and coastal climates—are heavy but extremely long-lasting (100+ years).—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
19 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Atmospheres.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/atmospheres. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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