BATTERIES Synonyms: 93 Similar and Opposite Words

batteries

noun

plural of battery

as in clusters

a number of things considered as a unit a battery of tests to determine the cause of the medical disorder

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as in groups

a usually small number of persons considered as a unit a battery of specialists worked on the problem until it was fixed

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Recent Examples of batteries Much of China’s recent export strength is driven by high-tech goods like batteries, electric cars and solar. — Stephanie Yang, CNN Money, 30 July 2026 Power is supplied by either one or two 4-kWh battery pack(s), which weigh around 26 lb (12 kg) for one and around 50 lb (24 kg) for two batteries. — New Atlas, 30 July 2026 On to explore the large-scale production of solid-state batteries using existing lithium-ion battery manufacturing lines. — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 30 July 2026 Vas said Europe needs to localize high-value components, particularly batteries and power electronics. — Neil Winton, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026 Harare has said its ultimate ambition is to make batteries and solar panels domestically; most are currently manufactured in China. — Jenny Vaughan, semafor.com, 29 July 2026 Portable night-lights can operate anywhere because they are charged via USB or run on batteries. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 29 July 2026

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Noun

In fact, of the two viral clusters that were in both San Diego and Tijuana, one grew, while the other one stayed stable.

— Eric Boodman, STAT, 31 July 2026
However, federal officials said there are multiple clusters of the ailment active in the United States.

— Paula Wethington, CBS News, 31 July 2026

Definition of clusters

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Prepare for a wait—on busy weekends, this casual spot attracts a crowd, with waits up to two hours for groups.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026
George Pickens generates crowd excitement The crowd on-hand at the River Ridge Playing Fields in Oxnard wasn’t packed by any means in the middle of a weekday, but there were a good amount of youth groups and Cowboys fans on-hand.

— Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 July 2026

Definition of groups

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It’s been less than a year since Georgia Power’s regulator said the utility could double the size of its power grid and build new power plants, solar arrays and battery storage because of all the data centers slated to come here.

— Kristi Swartz, AJC.com, 31 July 2026
Even despite all this, the task force observes that defensive arrays might be insufficient to stop rogue drone operators from succeeding in their goals.

— Zita Ballinger Fletcher, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026

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The senator recently released more than 1,000 pages of Fauci’s personal records, including his pandemic-era diary, and several batches of documents pertaining to the origins of the coronavirus.

— David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 29 July 2026
Add the pasta in an even layer, working in batches, and fry for a few minutes per side until deeply golden and crisp.

— Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 July 2026

Definition of batches

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Her brand House of Masaba gained immense popularity through her quirky ready-to-wear collections and prints, and has recently pivoted to bridal couture.

— CNN Money, CNN Money, 30 July 2026
While medical providers sometimes negotiate directly with patients before accounts reach collections, debt relief may become more useful if other unsecured debts are also creating financial hardship.

— Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 30 July 2026

Definition of collections

Noun

Two teams — McLaren and Aston Martin — are expected to bring big upgrade packages to the Hungarian Grand Prix this weekend, and this race is anticipated to be less about energy deployment and more about driving quickly without making a mistake.

— Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 22 July 2026
The packages include food staples like rice, beans and cooking oil, as well as other items like soap, water purification tablets and solar lamps.

— Nora Gámez Torres, Miami Herald, 21 July 2026

Definition of packages

Noun

Boy Band Review Chamblee Summer Rocks summer concert series concludes with this nostalgic experience featuring the biggest hits from the biggest boy bands.

— Elizabeth Green, AJC.com, 30 July 2026
Clancy killed her three children using exercise bands, according to investigators.

— Kristina Rex, CBS News, 30 July 2026

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