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
Noun
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Essential in this most challenging of environments.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 May 2026
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Beginning in the eighteen-nineties, Karl Blossfeldt took closeups of plants abstracted from their environments, making visible the art of their natural curlicues and reticulations.—
Max Norman,
New Yorker,
21 May 2026
Noun
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Ship began its reentry to Earth's atmosphere about 50 minutes into the flight, falling as its belly became engulfed in a bright plasma.—
Josh Dinner,
Space.com,
23 May 2026
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Just five minutes into the contest, the Spurs held a commanding 19-4 advantage as the home crowd created a raucous atmosphere.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
23 May 2026
Noun
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For context, consuming five to 10 grams of soluble fiber each day can help reduce LDL cholesterol, says Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD, FAND.—
Kirsten Nunez,
Martha Stewart,
17 May 2026
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The paragraphs in question are summarizing the historical background or context of the stories, with some instances containing the same 30 words in a row, or near identical passages with a word or phrase slightly tweaked.—
Bobby Allyn,
NPR,
17 May 2026
Noun
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Commissioned from DeART of Italy, they are housed in cabinets in a muted version of British Racing Green, in harmony with the wooden look and feel of their surrounds.—
Ken Silverio,
Robb Report,
9 May 2026
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The Dream surround Reese with two ultra-fun backcourt hoopers.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
8 May 2026
Noun
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Such temperatures are not record-breaking, given that some of the highest-ever Central Park readings date as far back as 1900, according to NWS climate records.—
Theresa Braine,
New York Daily News,
15 May 2026
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The debate will center on major statewide issues, including affordability, housing, public safety, climate, education and health care, CBS said.—
James Ward,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
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“Contexture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contexture. Accessed 25 May. 2026.
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