contexts

plural of context
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 Understanding diverse approaches to relationship-building, like varying social contexts for trust, is key. Andy Molinsky, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026 In such contexts, large-scale air conditioning would place a massive strain on existing infrastructure. Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 25 June 2026 In these interactive gameplay environments, brands become part of the game itself, reflecting how players engage with advertising in real-world contexts through digital ad boards, scoreboards, and brand broadcast overlays. Assiatou Hann, CNBC, 15 June 2026 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. 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 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
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Noun
  • White settlers and frontier pioneers built vast, fenceless cattle stations, battling harsh environments and disease, embracing a hard-living culture that exists to this day.
    Hilary Whiteman, CNN Money, 5 July 2026
  • To ensure safety during outdoor work, adhere to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)'s recommendations by incorporating regular rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned environments.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 5 July 2026
Noun
  • And the question is whether the planets even have atmospheres, because M dwarfs are quite active.
    Quanta Magazine, Quanta Magazine, 9 July 2026
  • The series already featured arguably the best atmospheric immersion in sports video games and the team has gone to great lengths to further sell us on college football atmospheres.
    Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 6 July 2026
Noun
  • The debut Elora neatly brings together a white RV box and a white chassis, offsetting all that brightness with numerous windows enclosed by black surrounds matching the Promaster front bumper.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 3 July 2026
  • Quince, San Francisco Chef Michael Tusk has combined his love of Northern Italian cuisine with his surrounds in Northern California to evolve classics like tortellini into modern American fare.
    Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 26 June 2026
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  • Mothers across America are navigating one of the most turbulent economic climates in recent memory, marked by rising costs and a volatile legislative environment.
    Raquel Mitchell, Boston Herald, 8 July 2026
  • The batteries must be capable of surviving 22 to 25 years in climates as diverse as Arizona and Alaska.
    Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 8 July 2026

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“Contexts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contexts. Accessed 12 Jul. 2026.

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