1
as in batch
a number of things considered as a unit
a cluster of stars in the southern sky
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2
as in grouping
a usually small number of persons considered as a unit
a small cluster of reporters waited by the courthouse door
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1
as in to gather
to come together into one body or place
the mice clustered together into a small burrow
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as in to huddle
to gather into a closely packed group
all the cottages are clustered on one end of the lake
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Recent Examples of cluster
Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 20 Oct. 2025
View gallery - 18 images In the heart of Mandalay, Burma, a small cluster of bamboo houses has become a symbol of resilience.
—New Atlas, 20 Oct. 2025
Tyler Kepner, New York Times, 11 Oct. 2025
The Philippines alone experienced over two dozen aftershocks, many clustered around Santiago, Baculin, Manay, and San Ignacio, with depths ranging from 10 to over 80 kilometers.
—Shane Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Oct. 2025
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Noun
Symphony Wave Power disclosed that up to 60 units can be linked underwater to form power clusters capable of generating up to six megawatts of electricity.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 20 Oct. 2025
View gallery - 18 images In the heart of Mandalay, Burma, a small cluster of bamboo houses has become a symbol of resilience.
—New Atlas, 20 Oct. 2025
Verb
The players clustered near him in the clubhouse after Game 5, goggles strapped around commemorative ALCS caps.
—Tyler Kepner, New York Times, 11 Oct. 2025
The Philippines alone experienced over two dozen aftershocks, many clustered around Santiago, Baculin, Manay, and San Ignacio, with depths ranging from 10 to over 80 kilometers.
—Shane Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cluster
Noun
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This cozy brew can also be made in large batches for a fall movie marathon, book club, or Halloween party.—
Kylie Petty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Oct. 2025
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Given the boost the networks have enjoyed since Nielsen upgraded its ratings methodology last month, NBC’s first batch of NBA deliveries should be a treat for advertisers.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
21 Oct. 2025
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Among the highlights is the complete library room designed by Pierre Chareau for the French Embassy pavilion presented by the Societé des artistes décorateurs, or Society of Decorative Artists, the leading French grouping of its time.—
Joelle Diderich,
Footwear News,
20 Oct. 2025
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When in a forest, stay in proximity to shorter tree groupings.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
18 Oct. 2025
Verb
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One of them said that the freshmen class should gather at the YMCA building at midnight to practice yells before the game against Texas on the following day.—
Jordy Fee-Platt,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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Accompanying the film screenings around the world, cinema foyers carried installations and themed message walls, and also offered dancefloors and gathering spaces for BTS fans to come together.—
Sara Merican,
Deadline,
24 Oct. 2025
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The cryptocurrency industry’s top legislative priority is facing yet more headwinds shortly after CEOs huddled with senators to salvage bipartisan talks.—
Eleanor Mueller,
semafor.com,
24 Oct. 2025
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Set it up on an outdoor table in your backyard or bring it with you while tailgating or huddled up on the sidelines of a soccer game.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
23 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Choose from an array of classic autumnal shades to find the perfect fit for you.—
Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Oct. 2025
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Hurricane Melissa spaghetti models Illustrations include an array of forecast tools and models, and not all are created equal.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
25 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The organization taps a multidisciplinary group of physicians, scientists, chemists, engineers, epidemiologists, economists, psychologists, statisticians, sociologists, and community members to turn scientific discovery into actionable knowledge.—
Maggie Menderski,
Louisville Courier Journal,
26 Oct. 2025
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More on why environmental groups are concerned.—
Arizona Republic,
AZCentral.com,
26 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Folsom was once a bustling outpost where Gold Rush miners and merchants converged.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
25 Oct. 2025
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The team eventually converges at the compound and a massive shootout ensues.—
Allison DeGrushe,
Entertainment Weekly,
23 Oct. 2025
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The other is crowded with a cast of despicable villains who collectively comprise the deadest, whitest males in American history.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Oct. 2025
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In a trillion-dollar wellness market crowded with surface solutions, BlissBot is dedicated to helping individuals deepen their connection with themselves through science and technology.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
27 Oct. 2025
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“Cluster.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cluster. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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