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
Advertisement Maintaining her aura of mystery, Petrosian isn’t meeting athletes from different countries and different sports and enjoying the Olympic experience in the Village as other athletes are.
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Alice Park, Time, 18 Feb. 2026
One blueprint for aura farming comes courtesy of a viral video of a boy dancing nonchalantly on a race boat.
—Charles Trepany, USA Today, 17 Feb. 2026
That aura of 20th-century glamour was immortalized by Slim Aarons.
—Annabelle Dufraigne, Architectural Digest, 12 Feb. 2026
But what about the romantic aura?
—Jeff Wagner, CBS News, 11 Feb. 2026
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Alice Park, Time, 18 Feb. 2026
One blueprint for aura farming comes courtesy of a viral video of a boy dancing nonchalantly on a race boat.
—Charles Trepany, USA Today, 17 Feb. 2026
That aura of 20th-century glamour was immortalized by Slim Aarons.
—Annabelle Dufraigne, Architectural Digest, 12 Feb. 2026
But what about the romantic aura?
—Jeff Wagner, CBS News, 11 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for aura
Noun
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What wasn’t part of the plan was for it to be done amid such a somber atmosphere.—
Dean Spiros,
Twin Cities,
22 Feb. 2026
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For families Casa Cody caters to kids of all ages with its plethora of onsite amenities (most notably, the edible citrus trees and expansive grassy lawns), selection of pools, and laidback-luxe atmosphere.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
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The observations provide the most detailed picture yet of where the planet’s auroras form and how energy moves through its atmosphere.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Feb. 2026
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It's even found in the quiet, calming oases that is this city's epic hotel scene, a wonderful contrast to the heaving and exhilarating urban energy beyond its grand doors.—
Chris Schalkx,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
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The body-cam footage shows the officers discussing the smell of alcohol on her breath and the presence of a half-empty wine bottle in the car.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Feb. 2026
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There's nothing like the sweet smell of honeysuckle in summertime.—
Steve Bender,
Southern Living,
19 Feb. 2026
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The most widespread Games in history created distinct pockets of Olympic spirit separated by hours on trains and miles of winding mountain roads.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Feb. 2026
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And in that spirit, three strong disagreements with these arguments.—
Ben Smith,
semafor.com,
23 Feb. 2026
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The evergreen tree also produces waxy, silver-blue fruits that have a welcoming aroma.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
17 Feb. 2026
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With a slightly bitter taste and a strong aroma, dandelion tea mimics the flavor profile of coffee without the caffeine.—
Cory Martin,
Verywell Health,
17 Feb. 2026
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Despite ongoing talks, the White House has been briefed that the US military could be ready for an attack by the weekend, after a buildup in recent days of air and naval assets in the Middle East, sources familiar with the matter told CNN.—
Farida Elsebai,
CNN Money,
20 Feb. 2026
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Each room includes a modern bathroom stocked with eco-friendly, natural toiletries, along with air conditioning, high-speed Wi-Fi, a smart TV, and a refrigerator.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 Feb. 2026
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The center of attention and exceptional ambience at the same time.—
Selome Hailu,
Variety,
21 Feb. 2026
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Many seniors enjoy the casual ambience of the Shawmut Grille for après-ski activities, especially on weekday afternoons.—
Roger Sands,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Feb. 2026
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Staying here gives you a genuine sense of the city.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
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Kamaru’s album, unlike more conventionally soothing strains of ambient music, reflected that thrumming sense of disquiet.—
Philip Sherburne,
Pitchfork,
21 Feb. 2026
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“Aura.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aura. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.
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