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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
For wet climates, consider a synthetic piece, like the Arc’teryx Atom ($300), which is lighter than most similar midlayers.
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Kaelyn Lynch, Outside, 23 Jan. 2026
Meanwhile, the sprigs of greenery bring in a springtime vibe, even in the coldest climates.
—Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Jan. 2026
David Fried, co-owner of Elmore Roots, highlights that this tree is an excellent choice for cold climates, thriving even in temperatures as low as 30 degrees below zero during winter, and is suitable for growing zones 4 to 9.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 21 Jan. 2026
Seeds that require 70-degree soil to germinate will clearly need to be started indoors in cold-weather climates since the soil does not get adequately warm until late into May.
—Kerry Michaels, The Spruce, 21 Jan. 2026
Solar evaporation can take up to two years and requires dry climates, flat land, and heavy water use.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 21 Jan. 2026
While potholes are most often associated with northern climates, those living in more-temperate regions can encounter them as well.
—Jim Gorzelany, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
While shackets are often a reliable option for transitional weather, this one, in particular, is great for colder climates thanks to its substantial weight.
—Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 10 Jan. 2026
Many of the storms moved north from southern tropical climates or via the Pineapple Express that delivers atmospheric storms from Hawaii.
—Daniel Hunt, Sacbee.com, 9 Jan. 2026
Kaelyn Lynch, Outside, 23 Jan. 2026
Meanwhile, the sprigs of greenery bring in a springtime vibe, even in the coldest climates.
—Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Jan. 2026
David Fried, co-owner of Elmore Roots, highlights that this tree is an excellent choice for cold climates, thriving even in temperatures as low as 30 degrees below zero during winter, and is suitable for growing zones 4 to 9.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 21 Jan. 2026
Seeds that require 70-degree soil to germinate will clearly need to be started indoors in cold-weather climates since the soil does not get adequately warm until late into May.
—Kerry Michaels, The Spruce, 21 Jan. 2026
Solar evaporation can take up to two years and requires dry climates, flat land, and heavy water use.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 21 Jan. 2026
While potholes are most often associated with northern climates, those living in more-temperate regions can encounter them as well.
—Jim Gorzelany, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
While shackets are often a reliable option for transitional weather, this one, in particular, is great for colder climates thanks to its substantial weight.
—Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 10 Jan. 2026
Many of the storms moved north from southern tropical climates or via the Pineapple Express that delivers atmospheric storms from Hawaii.
—Daniel Hunt, Sacbee.com, 9 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for climates
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Recorded between Santiago and Barcelona, the track fuses rap, samples and introspective atmospheres with polished touches by Dacel.—
Tere Aguilera,
Billboard,
23 Jan. 2026
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The inner two worlds appear on course to lose their atmospheres altogether and become rocky super-Earths.—
Keith Cooper,
Space.com,
20 Jan. 2026
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Professionals who are anchored in their values and who show up consistently regardless of circumstances create stability in environments that are often unpredictable.—
Britney Porter,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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Their mandate now includes ensuring business continuity, operational confidence, and rapid recovery across complex digital environments.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
22 Jan. 2026
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Deep red auras glow against a glossy black backdrop.—
Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
9 Jan. 2026
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Labubus allowed fashion girlies to get nostalgic with their Birkins, the trad look swept social media’s most aesthetic corners, and the TikTok generation (following its near US ban) began farming its auras.—
Ella Graveney,
Vogue,
23 Dec. 2025
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Its natural deodorizing properties help neutralize the unpleasant smells associated with pets, according to Stein.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
26 Jan. 2026
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Each unit’s weekly cleaning regimen includes completely emptying the waste with the vacuum truck’s suction wand, adding deodorizer that breaks down future waste and mitigates bad smells, scrubbing and disinfecting every surface inside the unit, and restocking paper goods.—
Tom Huddleston Jr.
Mickey Todiwala,
CNBC,
24 Jan. 2026
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How to watch the 2026 Golden Globe Awards The ceremony airs live on CBS.—
Haadiza Ogwude,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
11 Jan. 2026
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The matchup airs on FDSSE, FDSOK, NBA TV, and WMC-TV.—
Data Skrive,
New York Times,
9 Jan. 2026
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The boy squire shines bright in the otherwise drab surrounds of the tourney campgrounds.—
Lorraine Ali,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Jan. 2026
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His 1965 Danziger Studio, a live-work space on Melrose Avenue, featured an uninterrupted stucco façade that blended seamlessly into the urban surrounds.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
11 Dec. 2025
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Their Clau de Nell 2022 Cabernet Franc has aromas of ripe red plum, red raspberry, and black olive paste with flavors of red plum, roasted red peppers, and red currant sheathed in velvety tannins.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
22 Jan. 2026
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Brews & Beans, where guests will learn to taste like a brewer or a roaster and come to understand how time, temperature and process create flavors, aromas and strengths.—
Amy Drew Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
22 Jan. 2026
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The authors never claimed to have demonstrated that such reading generates feelings of empathy, though others—including the New York Times—have sometimes confused those high scores as evidence of empathy.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 Jan. 2026
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Brands are winning by orchestrating feelings, not rooms.—
Alex Ledsom,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Climates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/climates. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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