as in self
the set of qualities that makes a person, a group of people, or a thing different from others
had the feeling that the natives were of a different clay than us and that neither side would ever understand the other
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Recent Examples of clay
Aside from the detached casita, which houses a living room, kitchen, and ensuite bedroom with two closets, the grounds provide access to two garages and a clay tennis court for spontaneous matches alongside lush landscaping.
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Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 26 June 2025
The color palette ranged from sandy nuances, clay and sandstone to bolder tones like brick and deep blue, complemented by touches of light blue, white and gray.
—Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 23 June 2025
The transition from clay to grass is the toughest adjustment of the season, from the slowest surface to the fastest and the trickiest.
—Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 16 June 2025
Now, his triumph signifies a continuation of some red-hot form as tennis transitions from clay to grass.
—Leon Imber, New York Times, 22 June 2025
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Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 26 June 2025
The color palette ranged from sandy nuances, clay and sandstone to bolder tones like brick and deep blue, complemented by touches of light blue, white and gray.
—Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 23 June 2025
The transition from clay to grass is the toughest adjustment of the season, from the slowest surface to the fastest and the trickiest.
—Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 16 June 2025
Now, his triumph signifies a continuation of some red-hot form as tennis transitions from clay to grass.
—Leon Imber, New York Times, 22 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for clay
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March 2025 The Lovers: March seems to be a month of making major choices and aligning with your future self, Pisces.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 July 2025
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My work is infused with love—and a quest for love—of the self and others.—
Alessia Glaviano,
Vogue,
19 June 2025
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This combination of diagnostic capability with a conversational nature and flow is a key differentiator for Beauty Genius, which was unveiled by L’Oréal chief executive officer Nicolas Hieronimus at the 2024 Consumer Electronic Show in Las Vegas.—
Noor Lobad,
Footwear News,
1 July 2025
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This premise reminds me a bit of George R. Stewart’s Storm, but with a more folkloric spin: a creative way to examine how humanity and nature relate, and how all life is knotted together.—
Literary Hub
July 1,
Literary Hub,
1 July 2025
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Blanchett wore a silk suit from the Italian brand, featuring tones of blue and white in a Prince of Wales check print.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
1 July 2025
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First, the Pigment Processor Daily Brightening Serum ($115) targets dark spots and uneven skin tone with ingredients like kojic acid, known for its fast-acting brightening properties, but noticeable does make skin more sensitive to the sun.—
Tiana Randall,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Professional Photo: Use a high-quality, professional headshot that reflects your personality—and make sure to smile.—
Jay Garcia,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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The impact on daily life Being able to communicate in real-time, with one's own voice and personality, is a game-changer for people living with paralysis.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
1 July 2025
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“Clay.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clay. Accessed 9 Jul. 2025.
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