as in environments
the circumstances, conditions, or objects by which one is surrounded
in the context of the Great Depression, communism had a certain allure for some disillusioned Americans
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Recent Examples of contexts
The failure to analyze or even acknowledge countless comic interpretations of presidents in contexts that lack Lorne Michaels is so thoroughly bizarre that the entire documentary becomes more head-scratching than enlightening.
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Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 10 June 2026
Those specific contexts and hidden meanings are important.
—New York Times, 9 June 2026
Researchers are already documenting how using AI tools in these contexts likely erodes critical thinking skills.
—Christian B. Miller, The Conversation, 4 June 2026
The benefits of this evolution were myriad, allowing brands to attract a younger audience; get their foot in the door of more cultural contexts and settings; and stay tuned to the frequencies of 21st-century consumer desires.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 4 June 2026
Autonomy in such contexts allows AI to operate continuously and execute complex protocols without step-by-step human control or real-time adjustments during the process.
—Mohammad Hosseini, Chicago Tribune, 4 June 2026
The findings support the need to test these interventions in more contexts, the authors write.
—Theresa Gaffney, STAT, 2 June 2026
But the views expressed on both sides might not apply to you, in particular, because each of us has different goals, contexts, and competencies.
—Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 29 May 2026
Across all of those contexts, the pattern is the same.
—C200, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 10 June 2026
Those specific contexts and hidden meanings are important.
—New York Times, 9 June 2026
Researchers are already documenting how using AI tools in these contexts likely erodes critical thinking skills.
—Christian B. Miller, The Conversation, 4 June 2026
The benefits of this evolution were myriad, allowing brands to attract a younger audience; get their foot in the door of more cultural contexts and settings; and stay tuned to the frequencies of 21st-century consumer desires.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 4 June 2026
Autonomy in such contexts allows AI to operate continuously and execute complex protocols without step-by-step human control or real-time adjustments during the process.
—Mohammad Hosseini, Chicago Tribune, 4 June 2026
The findings support the need to test these interventions in more contexts, the authors write.
—Theresa Gaffney, STAT, 2 June 2026
But the views expressed on both sides might not apply to you, in particular, because each of us has different goals, contexts, and competencies.
—Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 29 May 2026
Across all of those contexts, the pattern is the same.
—C200, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for contexts
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To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned environments.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
11 June 2026
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Some advertisers are eager to turn up in such environments, says Michelle Mesenburg, Target’s chief brand officer.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
11 June 2026
Noun
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Studying these alien auroras helps researchers better understand planetary atmospheres and magnetic fields.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
15 June 2026
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Patton’s judicious use of effects and vocal timbres maximizes the Avetts’ various mise-en-scène atmospheres.—
Jason Pettigrew,
SPIN,
11 June 2026
Noun
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The Smart Speaker, which can be used as surrounds, the Soundbar, and the Subwoofer can all process audio as a single unit for spatial audio, Dolby Atmos, and other movie content.—
Eric Zeman,
PC Magazine,
5 May 2026
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In the sanitized and alienating new surrounds, with the camaraderie of the early Hyperion days but a faint memory, long-simmering discontent about working conditions wouldn’t take long to boil over.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
14 Apr. 2026
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These flourishes added a touch of formality that’s perfect for a holiday party in warmer climates like Los Angeles, where this particular screening took place.—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
11 Dec. 2025
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People from colder climates flock to the tropics of Hawaii to get a dose of vitamin D, and many of them will spend some time soaking in the volcanic beauty of Haleakalā National Park.—
Sarah L. Stewart,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Dec. 2025
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“Contexts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contexts. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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