as in environment
the circumstances, conditions, or objects by which one is surrounded
the whole contexture of Las Vegas is focused on escapism
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Recent Examples of contexture
The contexture of a surface – just to name a few.
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Philipp Sandner, Forbes, 6 July 2021
We are all framed of flaps and patches, and of so shapeless and diverse a contexture, that every piece and every moment playeth his part.
—Adam Gopnik, The New Yorker, 16 Jan. 2017
Philipp Sandner, Forbes, 6 July 2021
We are all framed of flaps and patches, and of so shapeless and diverse a contexture, that every piece and every moment playeth his part.
—Adam Gopnik, The New Yorker, 16 Jan. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for contexture
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For more climate and environment news, follow @Sammy_Roth on X and @sammyroth.bsky.social on Bluesky.Sammy Roth, Los Angeles Times, 5 Dec. 2024
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Executives are hoping to become the premier platform for active trading within the next one to two years, while also forecasting Robinhood will be recognized as the top global financial environment within the next 10 years.Brian Evans, CNBC, 5 Dec. 2024
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This year’s 30 Under 30 list in Energy and Green Tech includes dozens of creative innovators advancing new battery technologies, reducing waste, removing carbon and harmful materials from the atmosphere and keeping the U.S. at the forefront of renewable energy solutions.Hank Tucker, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
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Etsy says items from nature introduce calmness and simplicity indoors, and everyone can take advantage of a tranquil atmosphere in the comfort of their home.Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Nov. 2024
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For context, MicroStrategy’s last bond offering paid 0% interest, and the overnight funding rate, which would be the proxy for a leveraged bitcoin ETF, is currently 4.75%.Mauricio Di Bartolomeo, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
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All of that builds a context for the climactic moment of physical violence in the story.Dennis Zhou, The New Yorker, 1 Dec. 2024
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The fireplace surround, also bespoke, features Motawi Tileworks relief tiles.David Foxley, Architectural Digest, 20 Nov. 2024
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It’s made up of around 10,000 tiny square tubes, each hand-welded together and mounted in the highly polished surround.Howard Walker, Robb Report, 28 Oct. 2024
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Under the 2023 amendment, funds with phrases related to environmental, social, or governance factors, including climate and sustainability, are forced to align 80% of the investment with those names.Jon McGowan, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
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While the director’s meandering style might not be to everyone’s taste, this film still has plenty to say about community, gender roles, and the climate crisis.Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 28 Nov. 2024
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“Contexture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contexture. Accessed 9 Dec. 2024.
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