as in qualities
something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind
the ability to fashion tools and other characteristics that distinguish human beings from other animals
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Recent Examples of characteristics
As such, its defining characteristics are mostly tactile rather than visual.
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Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Jan. 2026
But there are other factors that needled their way into the evolutionary development of dormancy characteristics.
—Paul Cappiello, Louisville Courier Journal, 9 Jan. 2026
There’s no single definition in our modern times, but experts generally agree on a few characteristics.
—Angela Haupt, Time, 9 Jan. 2026
Each Hatchimal has its own unique characteristics and personalities.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 9 Jan. 2026
This technical variation results in a fabric with a number of highly desirable characteristics for denim.
—Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 8 Jan. 2026
Like Homo antecessor, the Casablanca fossils have a mix of characteristics from Homo erectus, ourselves and our cousins.
—CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
Chunk was identified in photographs and videos the old-fashioned way, based on human observations of distinguishing characteristics – such as a large scar across his muzzle and a broken jaw.
—Emily Wanderer, Washington Post, 8 Jan. 2026
Chunk was identified in photographs and videos the old-fashioned way, based on human observations of distinguishing characteristics – such as a large scar across his muzzle and a broken jaw.
—Emily Wanderer, The Conversation, 7 Jan. 2026
Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Jan. 2026
But there are other factors that needled their way into the evolutionary development of dormancy characteristics.
—Paul Cappiello, Louisville Courier Journal, 9 Jan. 2026
There’s no single definition in our modern times, but experts generally agree on a few characteristics.
—Angela Haupt, Time, 9 Jan. 2026
Each Hatchimal has its own unique characteristics and personalities.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 9 Jan. 2026
This technical variation results in a fabric with a number of highly desirable characteristics for denim.
—Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 8 Jan. 2026
Like Homo antecessor, the Casablanca fossils have a mix of characteristics from Homo erectus, ourselves and our cousins.
—CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
Chunk was identified in photographs and videos the old-fashioned way, based on human observations of distinguishing characteristics – such as a large scar across his muzzle and a broken jaw.
—Emily Wanderer, Washington Post, 8 Jan. 2026
Chunk was identified in photographs and videos the old-fashioned way, based on human observations of distinguishing characteristics – such as a large scar across his muzzle and a broken jaw.
—Emily Wanderer, The Conversation, 7 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for characteristics
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As evidenced by the number of Red Sox players who made public pleas for him to re-sign at Fenway Fest, those qualities will make Bregman an absolute bargain.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
12 Jan. 2026
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The loss goes without saying considering his leadership qualities and stellar play this year.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
12 Jan. 2026
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What traits, decisions, or misfortunes exceed a person’s jurisdiction?—
Rachel Vorona Cote,
The Atlantic,
5 Jan. 2026
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The new 2026 version refines those traits but adds a number of performance-enhancing design features.—
Basem Wasef,
Robb Report,
5 Jan. 2026
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At the same time, Libra will find that their affinity towards each other is based on their juxtaposing attributes, spiritual connection and attraction.—
Lisa Stardust,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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Mahon ran Channel 4 for eight years and is seen as a savvy political and commercial operator, who is sure-footed under scrutiny — all attributes that would serve her well in the hellfire moments that often come with running the BBC.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
9 Jan. 2026
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Since 2022, numerous campuses have added new safety features – such as installing more cameras on campus and hiring additional police officers – while also working to strengthen their relationships with federal and local law enforcement, according to Inside Higher Ed.—
Julia Bonavita,
FOXNews.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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DeZao says one of AI’s most helpful features is its ability to receive instructions and do its work while the human employee can remain focused on the task at hand.—
Rachel Curry,
CNBC,
8 Nov. 2025
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This post was corrected on 21 January 2021 to clarify attributions.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
12 Jan. 2021
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It was later determined, however, that the case did not meet authorities' acceptance criteria at the time.—
Nicholas Rice,
PEOPLE,
10 Jan. 2026
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Prosecutors said last weekend that the legal criteria to detain the bar's owners had so far not been met.—
Reuters,
NBC news,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Characteristics.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/characteristics. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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