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an idea or quality that is suggested by a word or thing
a word with positive connotations The word "childlike" has connotations of innocence.
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Recent Examples of connotation
Patriots fans would likely be happy with this scenario, despite the typical negative connotation that comes with a trade down.
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Gordon G. Chang, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Apr. 2025
On the latest episode of Not Gonna Lie with Kylie Kelce, Kristin Juszczyk and Kylie Kelce spoke about the negative connotations of the term WAG.
—Athena Sobhan, People.com, 20 Feb. 2025
The song has become popular for weddings, in part because of its religious connotations.
—Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Feb. 2025
But these luxury connotations have leapt from the glossy pages of magazine adverts and into real life.
—Leah Asmelash, CNN Money, 13 Apr. 2025
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Gordon G. Chang, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Apr. 2025
On the latest episode of Not Gonna Lie with Kylie Kelce, Kristin Juszczyk and Kylie Kelce spoke about the negative connotations of the term WAG.
—Athena Sobhan, People.com, 20 Feb. 2025
The song has become popular for weddings, in part because of its religious connotations.
—Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Feb. 2025
But these luxury connotations have leapt from the glossy pages of magazine adverts and into real life.
—Leah Asmelash, CNN Money, 13 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for connotation
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Brandon Lingle | The San Antonio Express-News | AP Trump’s decision to accept the gift has sparked fierce controversy over the legality, ethics and national security implications of what would be the largest foreign gift ever received by the U.S. government.—
Laya Neelakandan,
CNBC,
15 May 2025
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Institutions should conduct systematic curriculum reviews that combine teaching technical AI skills with cultivating critical thinking about AI’s societal and ethical implications across disciplines, as is present at Arizona State University.—
Dr. Aviva Legatt,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
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The story is like a gentle hug, wrapping you up in a sense of comfort and contentment.—
American Booksellers Association,
USA Today,
17 May 2025
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According to sources, Shell did float the idea about dropping the 10 PM hour with CBS executives but that was put to rest after he was presented with detailed arguments — and data — why programming the time slot makes financial sense for the network.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
16 May 2025
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These abstract metaphors for legal deformation, social imprisonment, and corrupted meaning are spaces where American experience is currently, frequently twisted.—
Armond White,
National Review,
14 May 2025
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As religious participation declines, one important answer is to create secular frameworks that similarly build common meaning and shared purpose among people—qualities that machines, by definition, cannot provide.—
Kim Samuel,
Time,
14 May 2025
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Some designers dive right in, while others infuse just a hint.—
Lauren Jones,
Southern Living,
9 May 2025
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The opening on this one hits you with this incredibly juicy and crisp apple note mixed with a hint of blackcurrant that feels both sophisticated and playful.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
9 May 2025
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Her crushing loss by Gauff in the semi-finals at Madrid was another indication that the Pole is still fighting herself in a trophyless 2025.—
Tim Ellis,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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But while the Trump administration has deliberately undone or reversed many of Biden's EV policies, the Joint Office does not appear to have been singled out for dismantling: There were no executive orders against it, and no indication of office-specific layoffs.—
Camila Domonoske,
NPR,
1 May 2025
Noun
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Create your own definition of excellence that has nothing to do with what others are doing.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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But this time, with notes of black to add definition and dimension.—
India Espy-Jones,
Essence,
16 May 2025
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To get the best outcomes in ideation, creators need to master prompt writing, stay aligned with their brand and always cross-check AI suggestions with real audience data.—
Pierre Narchi,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
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So far, the White House has not responded to Newsom’s suggestion.—
Nicole Nixon,
Sacbee.com,
7 May 2025
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Doing so helps reinforce the message that AI is a tool for amplification, not replacement.—
Benjamin Laker,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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Ahead of the ceremony, Burton sat down with ESSENCE to speak about the moment, his message and what lies ahead.—
Oumou Fofana,
Essence,
12 May 2025
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“Connotation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/connotation. Accessed 20 May. 2025.
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