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as in atmospheres
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 environments
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 climates
In very hot climates, provide afternoon shade and regular irrigation.
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Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 6 Nov. 2025
That's why in cool climates, fuchsia is typically grown as an annual.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Nov. 2025
The introduction of more breathable fabrics and styles for the typically two-piece white garments is key, especially for those who struggle to wear them for medical reasons or live in warm climates.
—Holly Meyer, Fortune, 29 Oct. 2025
Contact with moisture can damage NEO; therefore, outdoor climates should be considered when users want to use the robot outside.
—Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 29 Oct. 2025
In northern climates such as Sweden, where the study was undertaken and where limited sunlight reduces natural vitamin D production, deficiency disproportionately affects certain groups—including women with darker skin tones or those who wear full-body coverings for cultural or religious reasons.
—Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Oct. 2025
That’s why movements only endure when people create micro-climates of safety and trust.
—Marc Brackett, Time, 28 Oct. 2025
Farming developed much later in tropical zones because digging up plants with tools from soft, warm, moist soil was so much easier than in climates with harder, drier soil that required irrigation.
—John Mariani, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
Boots to protect their paws in cold climates or a towel for the beach.
—Cody Godwin, USA TODAY, 26 Dec. 2024
Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 6 Nov. 2025
That's why in cool climates, fuchsia is typically grown as an annual.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Nov. 2025
The introduction of more breathable fabrics and styles for the typically two-piece white garments is key, especially for those who struggle to wear them for medical reasons or live in warm climates.
—Holly Meyer, Fortune, 29 Oct. 2025
Contact with moisture can damage NEO; therefore, outdoor climates should be considered when users want to use the robot outside.
—Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 29 Oct. 2025
In northern climates such as Sweden, where the study was undertaken and where limited sunlight reduces natural vitamin D production, deficiency disproportionately affects certain groups—including women with darker skin tones or those who wear full-body coverings for cultural or religious reasons.
—Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Oct. 2025
That’s why movements only endure when people create micro-climates of safety and trust.
—Marc Brackett, Time, 28 Oct. 2025
Farming developed much later in tropical zones because digging up plants with tools from soft, warm, moist soil was so much easier than in climates with harder, drier soil that required irrigation.
—John Mariani, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
Boots to protect their paws in cold climates or a towel for the beach.
—Cody Godwin, USA TODAY, 26 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for climates
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Merciless, vile, and downright sadistic, The Rite delivers stunning entertainment that strays away from depending on shadows and eerie atmospheres.—
Michael Lee Simpson,
Entertainment Weekly,
29 Oct. 2025
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Many super-puffs get their inflated atmospheres from tidal heating.—
Paul Sutter,
Space.com,
14 Oct. 2025
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The site can be used to simulate flight environments that can be used for hypersonic weapon development, according to a university notice.—
Tamara Qiblawi,
CNN Money,
7 Nov. 2025
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Viruses and bacteria tend not to thrive in warm environments.—
Erika Edwards,
NBC news,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
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People read auras and palms, too.—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
23 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Its natural deodorizing properties help neutralize the unpleasant smells associated with pets, according to Stein.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
1 Nov. 2025
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Between the sounds, the smells and the watchable crowd, the neighborhood was happening.—
Ken Perrotte,
USA Today,
31 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The show will be available to stream with a regular Hulu subscription on Sunday, the day after a new episode airs.—
Kaycee Sloan,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
26 Oct. 2025
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The Drew Barrymore Show airs weekdays on CBS.—
Emlyn Travis,
Entertainment Weekly,
24 Oct. 2025
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While some neighborhoods have gotten attention, the progress has been uneven and isn't reaching the same critical mass of development and redevelopment success that has benefited the downtown area and its surrounds.—
Dana Afana,
Freep.com,
9 Oct. 2025
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Grosvenor over a career spanning six decades created art that investigated the spatial relationship between the viewer, the work, and its surrounds.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
11 Sep. 2025
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Your family will come home to delicious aromas wafting through the house from this classic slow-cooker Mississippi Pot Roast.—
Nellah Bailey McGough,
Southern Living,
4 Nov. 2025
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Tea lovers will love indulging in the flavors and aromas of these 24 black, green, oolong, white, and herbal teas from Vahdam Tea.—
Molly Blanco,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 Nov. 2025
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Instead, online engagement, which includes official website traffic and social media interactions, provides real-time insight into public excitement and feelings.—
William Jones,
IndyStar,
6 Nov. 2025
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Venus in Scorpio escalates emotional feelings around your financial security and safety.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Climates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/climates. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
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