1
as in atmosphere
a special quality or impression associated with something
the monastery perched high on a mountaintop had an aura of unreality and mystery about it
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as in energy
a spiritual force that is held to emanate from or give animation to living beings
alternative medical treatments that rely on the practitioner's ability to detect a patient's aura
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Recent Examples of aura
Combine some of this season's biggest nail trends by topping an aura nail with white chrome powder.
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Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 4 Apr. 2026
But inside, up on the eighth floor where the writers worked in silence, Rainey’s world unfolded for me in Technicolor, lit by her fiery aura.
—Literary Hub, 3 Apr. 2026
But the aura of deep spirituality and tangible history is impressive.
—Jessica Kozuka, Travel + Leisure, 3 Apr. 2026
Cooper’s first idea was to make the property into an experiential, luxury timeshare appealing to those enamored with the Jordan aura.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2026
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Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 4 Apr. 2026
But inside, up on the eighth floor where the writers worked in silence, Rainey’s world unfolded for me in Technicolor, lit by her fiery aura.
—Literary Hub, 3 Apr. 2026
But the aura of deep spirituality and tangible history is impressive.
—Jessica Kozuka, Travel + Leisure, 3 Apr. 2026
Cooper’s first idea was to make the property into an experiential, luxury timeshare appealing to those enamored with the Jordan aura.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for aura
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During its high-stakes re-entry through Earth’s atmosphere, the Orion capsule faced extreme temperatures nearing 5,000 degrees Fahrenheit.—
Denise Chow,
NBC news,
11 Apr. 2026
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Orion entered the atmosphere on a steeper trajectory, shortening the heat shield’s exposure time to extreme heating.—
Stephen Clark,
ArsTechnica,
11 Apr. 2026
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Friday Ukraine is ready to mirror any ceasefire steps, having earlier proposed to Russia a pause in attacks on each other’s energy infrastructure over the Orthodox Easter holiday.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2026
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Inflation ran hot in March as a result of higher energy costs tied to the Iran war, which has constrained the flow of crude oil through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil supply.—
Brian Dakss,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2026
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Less than half a mile from Egger’s home, the smell is overwhelming where the river shoots out of pipes after being forced briefly underground near Saturn Boulevard.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Rubber mulch may leach toxic chemicals into the soil and make your yard smell like hot tires.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
16 Apr. 2026
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On the water, the 55-year-old mother seems to come alive, her adventurous spirit radiating outward, lighting her from the inside out.—
Alaa Elassar,
CNN Money,
12 Apr. 2026
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Shouldn’t in-season improvement be well within the spirit of the Most Improved Player award?—
Joe Vardon,
New York Times,
12 Apr. 2026
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Creating a simmer pot is simple and fills your home with a pleasant aroma.—
Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
16 Apr. 2026
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Water helps soften the bran along with orange juice, which adds a floral aroma; molasses and honey highlight bran’s natural sweetness; and oil and buttermilk add a touch of richness.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Apr. 2026
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With the large number of undecided voters, Yaroslavky believes that the race is still in the air.—
Tom Wait,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
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Some liners are solid and will catch more grease, while others are perforated to allow more air flow.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
16 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 story is something of a palimpsest, with Romvari’s own perspective intertwining with the character’s and conveying a sense of being both inside and outside the action.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
12 Apr. 2026
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What’s left is a false sense of urgency that will lead to a budget finalized mostly in the dark, with too many decisions made by staffers and lobbyists.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
11 Apr. 2026
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“Aura.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aura. Accessed 18 Apr. 2026.
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