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as in atmosphere
a special quality or impression associated with something
a new inner-city school designed to encourage a climate of learning
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as in environment
the circumstances, conditions, or objects by which one is surrounded
it's hard to concentrate in this hectic climate
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Recent Examples of climate
Factors that made 2025 cooler than 2024 The Earth’s climate is the result of many factors that change from year to year.
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Michael Wysession, The Conversation, 5 Mar. 2026
Whether to start seeds indoors or outdoors depends on your local climate conditions.
—Peg Aloi, The Spruce, 5 Mar. 2026
In 2024, they were joined by Biden-era climate diplomat John Kerry.
—Frances Schwartzkopff, Bloomberg, 5 Mar. 2026
The plan drops long-standing energy intensity targets, reflecting a shift toward measuring climate progress based directly on emissions.
—Natasha Bracken, semafor.com, 5 Mar. 2026
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Michael Wysession, The Conversation, 5 Mar. 2026
Whether to start seeds indoors or outdoors depends on your local climate conditions.
—Peg Aloi, The Spruce, 5 Mar. 2026
In 2024, they were joined by Biden-era climate diplomat John Kerry.
—Frances Schwartzkopff, Bloomberg, 5 Mar. 2026
The plan drops long-standing energy intensity targets, reflecting a shift toward measuring climate progress based directly on emissions.
—Natasha Bracken, semafor.com, 5 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for climate
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That’s a product of trying to enhance the atmosphere for the fans within the stadium at the largest events, the team said.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Mar. 2026
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The pool is perhaps the best indoor dip in the city; though it’s housed in the basement and there are no windows, the soft lighting from the lanterns adds to the moody and serene atmosphere.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Mar. 2026
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Because of this extreme environment, testing helps ensure the missile’s guidance and structural systems remain reliable even after decades of service.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Mar. 2026
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When camping in an open environment, select a campsite in a valley, ravine, or low region.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Mar. 2026
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Jamestown, Rhode Island — 'unique rural character' Yankee Magazine said that Jamestown, Rhode Island, is the sixth best small town in New England, commenting that the Conanicut Island town has a rustic aura, with vast stretches of farmland to bike through.—
Rin Velasco,
The Providence Journal,
6 Mar. 2026
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Others let their aura do the talking.—
Lisa Wong Macabasco,
Vogue,
5 Mar. 2026
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The medium that the signal travels through alters the signal’s properties as well, as an oncoming train sounds different from the air, with your ear to the ground, or from submerged in a body of water.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
6 Mar. 2026
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The Israeli military said strikes have already destroyed most of Iran's air defenses and missile launchers.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
6 Mar. 2026
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The front door was charred black and the smell of smoke and soot lingered in the entryway.—
Senior Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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Enjoy the smell of this soup cooking from the beginning, as the onions and garlic create a savory aroma.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
5 Mar. 2026
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While not the biggest change from its forbear, the 40 Series face would go on to become iconic, its round headlights within a white grille surround defining the model in the public’s eye.—
Will Sabel Courtney,
Robb Report,
5 Feb. 2026
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And yes, the infamous petri-dish smiley faces were plastered around the entire surround-screen as creator Vince Gilligan chatted with stars Rhea Seehorn, Karolina Wydra, Carlos-Manuel Vesga and Samba Schutte (who also moderated).—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
3 Feb. 2026
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Cold temperatures dull flavors and aromas—meaning your drink just won't be as full-flavored as one poured at room temperature or served over ice.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
5 Mar. 2026
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Louis Latour’s 2024 Chassagne Montrachet has aromas of honeycomb, pineapple, and white flowers with bright acidity and flavors of vanilla, pear, and marzipan.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
5 Mar. 2026
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“Climate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/climate. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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