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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
By studying their weather in such detail, astronomers are beginning to piece together how atmospheres behave on distant worlds.
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Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 30 Sep. 2025
In it, Sunset has picked 10 tasting rooms (or appellations with good tasting options), from classic vineyards to producers of zero-proof beverages, that should delight everyone with their delectable offerings, innovative techniques and visually stimulating atmospheres.
—John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 25 Sep. 2025
The Future At NASA, the future of exoplanet science will emphasize finding rocky planets similar to Earth and studying their atmospheres for biosignatures — any characteristic, element, molecule, substance, or feature that can be used as evidence of past or present life, says the space agency.
—Bruce Dorminey, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Many solid-state materials need bone-dry manufacturing environments or special atmospheres.
—Tejasri Gururaj, Interesting Engineering, 18 Sep. 2025
This is a fascinating find, as these conditions were considered part of the graphite-stability regime, where graphite-rich exo-atmospheres are expected to produce only flat spectra, not the feature-rich spectra that would appear if organic hazes were present.
—Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 10 Sep. 2025
The route passed through different areas whose different atmospheres came and went, prosperous stretches giving way to rougher ones and then becoming prosperous again, like a perpetual argument or a struggle for victory.
—Rachel Cusk, New Yorker, 24 Aug. 2025
The arena quickly became synonymous with the Hornets’ teal, with its raucous crowds creating one of the loudest atmospheres in pro basketball.
—Shane Connuck, Charlotte Observer, 22 Aug. 2025
Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 30 Sep. 2025
In it, Sunset has picked 10 tasting rooms (or appellations with good tasting options), from classic vineyards to producers of zero-proof beverages, that should delight everyone with their delectable offerings, innovative techniques and visually stimulating atmospheres.
—John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 25 Sep. 2025
The Future At NASA, the future of exoplanet science will emphasize finding rocky planets similar to Earth and studying their atmospheres for biosignatures — any characteristic, element, molecule, substance, or feature that can be used as evidence of past or present life, says the space agency.
—Bruce Dorminey, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Many solid-state materials need bone-dry manufacturing environments or special atmospheres.
—Tejasri Gururaj, Interesting Engineering, 18 Sep. 2025
This is a fascinating find, as these conditions were considered part of the graphite-stability regime, where graphite-rich exo-atmospheres are expected to produce only flat spectra, not the feature-rich spectra that would appear if organic hazes were present.
—Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 10 Sep. 2025
The route passed through different areas whose different atmospheres came and went, prosperous stretches giving way to rougher ones and then becoming prosperous again, like a perpetual argument or a struggle for victory.
—Rachel Cusk, New Yorker, 24 Aug. 2025
The arena quickly became synonymous with the Hornets’ teal, with its raucous crowds creating one of the loudest atmospheres in pro basketball.
—Shane Connuck, Charlotte Observer, 22 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for atmospheres
Noun
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People read auras and palms, too.—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
23 Sep. 2025
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Some models also feature adaptive noise cancellation to adjust ANC levels and ambient modes to allow specific sounds through, which helps noise control across different environments.—
Jackie Cucco,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Oct. 2025
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Known for its use in video games, the virtual reality setup creates hyper-realistic 3D environments.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
2 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The show will be available to stream with a regular Hulu subscription Sunday, the day after a new episode airs.—
Kaycee Sloan,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
3 Oct. 2025
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Breakthrough Women in Science & Medicine is streaming online and airs on PBS.—
Helen Carefoot,
Flow Space,
3 Oct. 2025
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The nose is captivating with aromas of brown sugar, caramel corn, and vanilla mingle with wood and a hint of cherry.—
Gege Reed,
Louisville Courier Journal,
1 Oct. 2025
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The aromas, which were two years in the making, were worth the wait.—
Jackie Fields,
PEOPLE,
1 Oct. 2025
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Grosvenor over a career spanning six decades created art that investigated the spatial relationship between the viewer, the work, and its surrounds.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
11 Sep. 2025
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Much of the focus since the Premier League’s newest venue opened last month has understandably been on its space-age design, and how this temple of glass and steel near the mouth of the River Mersey looks so out of place with its surrounds.—
Richard Sutcliffe,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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Lyrics suggest the friend from her past died suddenly, leaving her with unresolved feelings.—
Audrey Gibbs,
Nashville Tennessean,
3 Oct. 2025
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Additionally, multitasking contributes to mental fatigue and negatively impacts overall well-being, with some participants reporting feelings of exhaustion after.—
Diane Brady,
Fortune,
2 Oct. 2025
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The new seven-story building is made of glass, similar to its sister UHealth Doral, an intentional architectural design that is meant to create openness and let in natural light to help boost moods and make the hospital feel less like a medical facility.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
2 Oct. 2025
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One Battle also exemplifies where Hall’s career has taken her, which is to say across genres, moods, and Hollywood whims.—
Matthew Jacobs,
Vulture,
30 Sep. 2025
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Others—such as an eagerness to engage someone in combat—work in the gym, ring, and battlefield but become counterproductive and even destructive outside of those contexts.—
Dan Brooks,
The Atlantic,
2 Oct. 2025
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The Semantic Web survives in certain contexts.—
Julian Lucas,
New Yorker,
29 Sep. 2025
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“Atmospheres.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/atmospheres. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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