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as in heart
the seat of one's deepest thoughts and emotions
in my very core I knew that an injustice was being committed
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as in center
a thing or place that is of greatest importance to an activity or interest
the capitol building is the core of the political life of the state
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as in essence
the central part or aspect of something under consideration
at last, we come to the core of the issue that has been dividing us
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as in body
the main or greater part of something as distinguished from its subordinate parts
a starfish can even survive the division of its core into two parts; both halves then regenerate
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Recent Examples of core
One element that must be at the core of that plan is something that isn’t often associated with climate solutions: a plan that helps families thrive.
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Grace Rauh, New York Daily News, 16 Apr. 2025
The rocket's conical stage adapter, which connects the SLS core booster to the launch vehicle's upper stages, was added to the stack on Saturday (April 12), according to NASA.
—Josh Dinner, Space.com, 16 Apr. 2025
The core, which is made up of molten iron, generates electrical currents.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 16 Apr. 2025
According to a separate report from the National Retail Federation (NRF), released on Monday, retail sales increased by 0.6 percent in March, with core sales excluding gas, autos and restaurants rising by 0.4 percent.
—Arick Wierson, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Apr. 2025
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Grace Rauh, New York Daily News, 16 Apr. 2025
The rocket's conical stage adapter, which connects the SLS core booster to the launch vehicle's upper stages, was added to the stack on Saturday (April 12), according to NASA.
—Josh Dinner, Space.com, 16 Apr. 2025
The core, which is made up of molten iron, generates electrical currents.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 16 Apr. 2025
According to a separate report from the National Retail Federation (NRF), released on Monday, retail sales increased by 0.6 percent in March, with core sales excluding gas, autos and restaurants rising by 0.4 percent.
—Arick Wierson, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for core
Noun
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Yellows 1, 2, 3 and 4: Were all banned in 1959 after they were potentially linked to lesions and heart damage.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
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This presents the reader, especially one steeped in mystery fiction, with a familiar irony: Skilled detectives typically win readers’ hearts because of their flaws, not despite them.—
Talya Zax,
The Atlantic,
23 Apr. 2025
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Colorado went just 13-12 over two seasons with Sanders under center, and failed to win a bowl game or compete for a conference title.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Apr. 2025
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The 2025 season maybe a redshirt season in the pros for him, but there is intriguing upside as a long-term option at center.—
Joseph Person,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2025
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Accompanied by sweeping string arrangements and powerful blaring horns, the song encapsulates the essence of modern mariachi while staying rooted in its timeless traditions.—
Isabela Raygoza,
Billboard,
18 Apr. 2025
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Pretty much, Orji’s focus for the live format isn’t to recreate what’s been done before, but making the experience her own while staying true to the essence of the show.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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This approach marked a departure from some in the traditional cosmetic chemistry, embracing a biology-first methodology that mirrors the body’s natural processes.—
Kate Hardcastle,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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That might sound dramatic, but when your body is under attack all the time, even small tasks — taking a shower, cooking dinner, going to the gym — becomes like climbing a mountain.—
Cara Lynn Shultz,
People.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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In celebration of its 60th anniversary this year, the San Diego Civic Theatre is in the midst of a $7.5 million makeover that includes a new lobby bar, new restroom stalls, new performer dressing rooms and exterior landscaping and improvements.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 Apr. 2025
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By 2020, China and the United States were at loggerheads and in the midst of a trade war.—
RANA MITTER,
Foreign Affairs,
22 Apr. 2025
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In that same interview, Moyes admitted to being out of his comfort zone talking about music, but referenced American soul artists The Commodores and Donna Summer plus U.S. pianist and singer Billy Joel as other favourites.—
The Athletic Staff,
New York Times,
20 Apr. 2025
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Plastered firmly onto my soul and sealed by the kind of glue that holds entire generations together.—
Lauren Vuong,
Mercury News,
19 Apr. 2025
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The Charlotte City Council approved an $89 million plan in 2023 to build a new underground bus hub at the site of the current transit center.—
Jeff A. Chamer,
Charlotte Observer,
17 Apr. 2025
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While the annual celebration of 420 (April 20th, the unofficial marijuana holiday) has evolved across the country, San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park has remained a central hub for this occasion.—
Matt Rozo,
Mercury News,
16 Apr. 2025
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But a personal encounter with veganism pulled her back to her culinary roots — this time with a mission.—
Sierra Knoch,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Apr. 2025
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The long tap root can be eaten raw in salads or boiled and eaten like parsnips.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
27 Apr. 2025
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“Core.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/core. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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