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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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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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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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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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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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 14 Apr. 2026.
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