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as in towns
the people living in a particular area
the whole community rallied to the aid of the family who had lost its home
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as in networks
a group of people sharing a common interest and relating together socially
a large community of retired people in the coastal town
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as in fraternities
the body of people in a profession or field of activity
members of the medical community
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Recent Examples of communities
Indeed, this tragedy reflects the deep strain being felt in countless communities across our nation.
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Wcco Staff, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
Upper Lake & Covelo Ranger DistrictsNorthshore Reforestation and Bartlett Springs pile burning located northeast of North Shore communities Nice, Lucerne and Clearlake Oaks in Lake County.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 8 Jan. 2026
In South, Southwest and West Side communities that account for a disproportionate share of gun violence, CVI organizations have served thousands of high-risk individuals with life coaching, trauma treatment, education and job training.
—Chicago Tribune, 7 Jan. 2026
Our team of reporters and photographers are out in both communities today covering several remembrance events taking place throughout the day.
—David Wilson, Daily News, 7 Jan. 2026
According to Powell, entire uptown communities knew of Lorch’s reputation.
—Luke Cyphers, Sportico.com, 7 Jan. 2026
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said this week that Jewish communities are safer in Budapest than anywhere else in Europe, as data from the Anti-Defamation League point to a sharp rise in antisemitic incidents across the continent.
—Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 7 Jan. 2026
Organizations that adopt this mindset at scale in the coming years will be the true winners—in the marketplace, within their communities, and even on the battlefield.
—Phil Gilbert, Fortune, 12 Nov. 2025
New Delhi, for instance, imposed a blockade from late 2015 to early 2016 to punish Kathmandu for a constitutional change that affected Indian communities on the Nepali side of the border.
—Muhib Rahman, Foreign Affairs, 12 Nov. 2025
Wcco Staff, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
Upper Lake & Covelo Ranger DistrictsNorthshore Reforestation and Bartlett Springs pile burning located northeast of North Shore communities Nice, Lucerne and Clearlake Oaks in Lake County.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 8 Jan. 2026
In South, Southwest and West Side communities that account for a disproportionate share of gun violence, CVI organizations have served thousands of high-risk individuals with life coaching, trauma treatment, education and job training.
—Chicago Tribune, 7 Jan. 2026
Our team of reporters and photographers are out in both communities today covering several remembrance events taking place throughout the day.
—David Wilson, Daily News, 7 Jan. 2026
According to Powell, entire uptown communities knew of Lorch’s reputation.
—Luke Cyphers, Sportico.com, 7 Jan. 2026
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said this week that Jewish communities are safer in Budapest than anywhere else in Europe, as data from the Anti-Defamation League point to a sharp rise in antisemitic incidents across the continent.
—Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 7 Jan. 2026
Organizations that adopt this mindset at scale in the coming years will be the true winners—in the marketplace, within their communities, and even on the battlefield.
—Phil Gilbert, Fortune, 12 Nov. 2025
New Delhi, for instance, imposed a blockade from late 2015 to early 2016 to punish Kathmandu for a constitutional change that affected Indian communities on the Nepali side of the border.
—Muhib Rahman, Foreign Affairs, 12 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for communities
Noun
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But that election didn’t include towns or school board.—
Nora O'Neill,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Nov. 2025
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Unlike most towns Upstate, Saratoga Springs has an extensive network of bus routes via the Capital District Transportation Authority, that can get you all around town.—
Cat Sposato,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Nov. 2025
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During this time, monarchs cluster together in packed colonies for warmth—in a good year, thousands of monarchs might rest on a single tree, creating a kaleidoscope of brilliantly colored wings.—
Chelsee Lowe,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Nov. 2025
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With the launch of the Culling Game in the aftermath, 10 colonies from across Japan are transformed into dens of curses as part of a plot orchestrated by the most wicked sorcerer in history, Noritoshi Kamo.—
Nick Romano,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Nov. 2025
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Beyond tools and workflow organization, FinBursa’s marketplace is designed to enable professionals to expand their networks organically.—
Lyssanoel Frater,
USA Today,
7 Nov. 2025
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Linking quantum computers to create powerful, high-speed quantum networks involves entangling atoms through a fiber cable.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Nov. 2025
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Before the game, a pair of fraternities flew anti-Napier banners in front of their houses.—
Matt Baker,
New York Times,
19 Oct. 2025
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Banners wave from fraternities in Gainesville requesting Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin, and Franklin could be another option.—
Noah White,
Miami Herald,
19 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Best cities and neighborhoods in Greater Cincinnati, NKY Over-the-Rhine.—
Haadiza Ogwude,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
6 Nov. 2025
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But optimism will only resonate if paired with empathy for those who worry that New York’s identity—from its Jewish neighborhoods to its entrepreneurial core—might be changing too fast or without them.—
Sally Susman,
Time,
5 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Join me in praying for the victims of such senseless violence and all the families of this church.—
Washington Examiner Staff,
The Washington Examiner,
8 Jan. 2026
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Over the past year, families told the Statesman that their school districts have failed to identify and evaluate their children for special education and follow the programs to educate them fairly.—
Becca Savransky,
Idaho Statesman,
8 Jan. 2026
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As the confrontation escalated, agents deployed a flash-bang device while crowds threw bricks and paint cans from rooftops.—
Greg Wehner,
FOXNews.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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Zion National Park is stunning and peaceful in winter, with fewer crowds and rare access to scenic drives by personal vehicle.—
Stephanie Vermillion,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Nov. 2025
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IMDb has taken steps to highlight a broader range of professions in Hollywood.—
Katie Kilkenny,
HollywoodReporter,
5 Nov. 2025
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Farmers, dentists, real estate agents, and chiropractors are among the professions most represented among enrollees.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
5 Nov. 2025
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“Communities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/communities. Accessed 9 Jan. 2026.
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