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as in caste
one of the segments of society into which people are grouped
a politician who appeals to people of every class
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as in type
one of the units into which a whole is divided on the basis of a common characteristic
a new class of wireless devices that could be used for Internet access as well as personal communication
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as in kind
a number of persons or things that are grouped together because they have something in common
only a particular class of burglar would do that
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as in course
a series of lectures on a subject
took a class on modern art
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as in elegance
dignified or restrained beauty of form, appearance, or style
an old mansion with tremendous class that puts today's gaudy behemoths to shame
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as in dignity
high position within society
the woman exudes an aura of class and breeding
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as in to rank
to arrange or assign according to type
I would class that suggestion as helpful, so let's make a note of it
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Recent Examples of class
Paul Dehner Jr, New York Times, 5 Mar. 2026
This year classes will end Friday, May 29, one day later than scheduled because the district needed to use a snow day earlier in the year.
—Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 6 Jan. 2026
The drones were large and likely of military specification, and the incident was classed as a hybrid attack by Irish officials, according to the Irish news outlet The Journal, which cited security services in the country.
—Emmet Lyons, CBS News, 5 Dec. 2025
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Noun
What came next was arguably the organization’s best free-agent class and eventually the best two-year run in team history.
—Paul Dehner Jr, New York Times, 5 Mar. 2026
This year classes will end Friday, May 29, one day later than scheduled because the district needed to use a snow day earlier in the year.
—Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
Verb
Ash and Agave seeks to class up the affair.
—Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 6 Jan. 2026
The drones were large and likely of military specification, and the incident was classed as a hybrid attack by Irish officials, according to the Irish news outlet The Journal, which cited security services in the country.
—Emmet Lyons, CBS News, 5 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for class
Noun
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That comes with his caste and class.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
25 Feb. 2026
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Peace is the creation of an environment where all can flourish regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, class, caste or any other social markers of difference.—
Kevin Baxter Los Angeles Times,
Arkansas Online,
9 Feb. 2026
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Police officers who were working to direct traffic for the race received a call of an officer down about a block off the race course roughly 300 feet from the location of the misdirection.—
Kevin Dotson,
CNN Money,
4 Mar. 2026
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There are also a number of aforementioned on-site activities kids will enjoy; the thrilling and picturesque zipline course is most ideal for children (or the child within).—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 Mar. 2026
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Van Hollen's millionaire surtax would levy new rates above existing taxes on the rich.—
JEFF STEIN THE WASHINGTON POST,
Arkansas Online,
6 Mar. 2026
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Combined with inflation pressures from rising oil prices, that could reverse the recent downward trend in mortgage rates, experts say.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
6 Mar. 2026
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Where dahlias and zinnias offer structure and bold blooms, cosmos add airy elegance to any garden or cut flower arrangement.—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
5 Mar. 2026
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Its high-neck design and ribbed hem and cuffs combine classic Irish texture and elegance that also keeps you toasty while walking from pub to pub.—
Gretta Monahan,
Boston Herald,
5 Mar. 2026
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Cardinal McElroy said deporting millions of families living here for decades contradicts Catholic faith and basic human dignity, while supporting border control and deporting criminals.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Feb. 2026
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Most who push back on that message of respecting people’s dignity are missing a fundamental point, Martin said.—
Ryan Oehrli
Updated February 26,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Feb. 2026
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Newsweek partners with Statista to analyze four types of data sources to select and rank the best hospitals in 32 countries with comparable data.—
Mark Mondier,
Arkansas Online,
1 Mar. 2026
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An additional hurdle is that Mojtaba is not a high-ranking cleric and has no official role in the regime.—
Abbas Al Lawati,
CNN Money,
1 Mar. 2026
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In addition to seeing stronger hair over time, she’s noticed that adding this formula to her regimen has helped improve her energy levels and balance her hormone levels.—
Emily Orofino,
Vogue,
4 Mar. 2026
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There’s a lower level of proof for a preliminary hearing — not the same burden of proof that’s needed during a trial, which requires that the jury believe the defendant committed the crime beyond a reasonable doubt.—
Alex Brizee
March 3,
Idaho Statesman,
4 Mar. 2026
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There is a roughly 9% growth in credit or debit card spending for Gen Zers on fitness categories and a less than 4% growth in spending at bars.—
Betty Lin-Fisher,
USA Today,
5 Mar. 2026
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Accessibility At Asher Adams, accessible accommodations are available within the Tower Classic, Tower Premium, and Historic Junior Suite categories.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Mar. 2026
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“Class.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/class. Accessed 6 Mar. 2026.
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