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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
Southeast Asia and India are among the economies most exposed to El Nino’s effects, due to their reliance on climate-sensitive sectors like agriculture, fishing, and hydropower.
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Angelica Ang, Fortune, 28 May 2026
Expedition operators are increasingly deploying vessels across radically different climates and regions as demand grows for remote destinations that feel difficult to access—and harder to replicate.
—Rachel Ingram, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
Advertisement Future Proof Weekly Making sense of the energy and climate economy.
—Justin Worland, Time, 22 May 2026
Chicagoans spend half the year enduring the climate together, which makes the first glorious weekends feel communal in a way warmer cities rarely experience.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 22 May 2026
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Angelica Ang, Fortune, 28 May 2026
Expedition operators are increasingly deploying vessels across radically different climates and regions as demand grows for remote destinations that feel difficult to access—and harder to replicate.
—Rachel Ingram, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
Advertisement Future Proof Weekly Making sense of the energy and climate economy.
—Justin Worland, Time, 22 May 2026
Chicagoans spend half the year enduring the climate together, which makes the first glorious weekends feel communal in a way warmer cities rarely experience.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 22 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for climate
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The atmosphere surrounding the state championships was notably calmer than a year ago, when demonstrations over Hernandez’s participation drew national attention.—
Marisa Ingemi,
Los Angeles Times,
31 May 2026
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While Ng might be the CEO and creative director, the label likes to describe itself as a creative studio that has a collective atmosphere with an emphasis on going against the grain and diving into a wide array of topics.—
Diana Tsui,
Footwear News,
30 May 2026
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The idea to create a docu-fiction where a character is inserted into real-life environments to interact with unsuspecting locals came to Ribeiro after spending long periods of time in El Paso as a journalist covering immigration.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Los Angeles Times,
28 May 2026
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Jennie Durant is a writer and researcher focused on bees, agriculture, and the environment.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 May 2026
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The mere presence of Hezbollah fighters in the dock shattered the group’s long-standing aura of impunity in Lebanon.—
Euan Ward,
New Yorker,
29 May 2026
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Stubby, low-profile legs give the Facade bed frame a faux floating effect, and classic lines give the design a streamlined aura.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
28 May 2026
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The flavor can be affected by oxidation from air exposure, extreme or repeated temperature variations, and whether the bottle is stored vertically or horizontally.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
29 May 2026
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Namely, glycerin, a humectant that attracts moisture from the air and locks it into skin, and coconut oil, a fatty acid-rich skin softener that bestows instant glow.—
Sophie Wirt,
InStyle,
29 May 2026
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Nutmegs are known for their fragrant smell, and a wooden nutmeg could hide within the aroma of the others.—
Ava Berger,
NPR,
28 May 2026
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The Legally Bronze Bronzer is a normal size and has no discernible smell.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
28 May 2026
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Creating a full-surround sofa layout might be your best bet.—
Shagun Khare,
The Spruce,
24 May 2026
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The entire experience for the subwoofer, soundbar, and surround speakers took me about 10 minutes.—
Christian de Looper,
PC Magazine,
16 May 2026
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Turn To Natural Deterrents Essential oils and hot peppers deter squirrels thanks to their strong aromas.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
28 May 2026
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On the nose, The Musician veers into unexpected territory, with aromas of pineapple, coconut, brown butter, almonds, caramel, and vanilla.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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“Climate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/climate. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.
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