as in attention
a state of being aware
while strolling in the big city, maintain an awareness of what's going on around you
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Recent Examples of awareness
She has become known for her dedication to ending violence against women, working to raise awareness of the issue for more than 10 years.
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Jack Guy, CNN Money, 1 Sep. 2025
He’s seen Brooks’ success in bringing awareness to Chicago.
—Cam'ron Hardy, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2025
Money raised supports non-profit women's wellness programs and education to promote breast cancer awareness.
—Caroline Ritzie, The Enquirer, 31 Aug. 2025
Today's drop reflects not just changing social behaviors but also increased awareness of alcohol's health risks.
—Alice Gibbs, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for awareness
Jack Guy, CNN Money, 1 Sep. 2025
He’s seen Brooks’ success in bringing awareness to Chicago.
—Cam'ron Hardy, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2025
Money raised supports non-profit women's wellness programs and education to promote breast cancer awareness.
—Caroline Ritzie, The Enquirer, 31 Aug. 2025
Today's drop reflects not just changing social behaviors but also increased awareness of alcohol's health risks.
—Alice Gibbs, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for awareness
Recent Examples of Synonyms for awareness
Noun
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Jalen Carter’s ejection understandably received the attention on Thursday, but Jordan Davis’ performance should not be lost in the shuffle.—
Zach Berman,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Of course, Grande just appearing anywhere tonight garnered attention from fans in the room.—
Stacy Lambe,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Demoing the move above is Paris Alexandra, founder of the Brooklyn Wellness Club, writer, and yoga and mindfulness facilitator.—
Jenny McCoy,
SELF,
3 Sep. 2025
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Concerts, lectures, screenings, performances, readings, mindfulness practices, and other wide-ranging activities will encourage elevating experiences for mind, body, and spirit.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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With the rise of the body positivity movement, the social consciousness became (somewhat) more aware that these comments are unacceptable and harmful.—
Alison Mann,
SELF,
5 Sep. 2025
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One standing in the world of consciousness, the other submerged.—
Leila Chatti
September 5,
Literary Hub,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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That requires more than knowledge.—
Dev Patnaik,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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HoneyBee Sage aimed to be that space to share knowledge as well as a business prototype for other entrepreneurs interested in herbalism.—
La Risa R. Lynch,
jsonline.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Awareness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/awareness. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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