as in civilizations
the way people live at a particular time and place
a study of ancient Anasazi culture as it existed in the canyons of the American Southwest
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as in grows
to look after or assist the growth of by labor and care
culture bacteria in laboratory dishes
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Recent Examples of cultures
Glenn Adamson, Artforum, 2 May 2026
Learn about tea ceremonies in different cultures through books and a live presentation.
—Marla Jo Fisher, Oc Register, 1 May 2026
See the Facebook flyer for details and cultures represented this year.
—Holly Andres, Daily News, 30 Apr. 2026
The history of sassafras speaks to the complex movement of knowledge across cultures and systems.
—Kari Traylor, JSTOR Daily, 30 Apr. 2026
Like other full moons, May's full moon is known by multiple names given to it by different cultures throughout history, including Frog Moon, Milk Moon and Hare’s Moon, according to the Farmer's Almanac.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
While their love story spans a decade, the series stretches across multiple countries, cultures and languages.
—Madeleine Janz, PEOPLE, 30 Apr. 2026
This event was intended to bring students and families together to learn about and celebrate the many cultures represented in our community.
—Alysia Burgio, CBS News, 30 Apr. 2026
The profile of the pedant has changed surprisingly across time periods and cultures, but what’s constant is that nobody wants to be called one.
—The New York Review of Books, 25 Apr. 2026
Rebecca Ann Hughes, Fortune, 9 Oct. 2025
Noun
This relativist turn in anthropology gained ground in succeeding decades, as the discipline became ever more attentive to the specificity of cultures, and increasingly wary of universal claims about the human condition.
—Glenn Adamson, Artforum, 2 May 2026
Learn about tea ceremonies in different cultures through books and a live presentation.
—Marla Jo Fisher, Oc Register, 1 May 2026
See the Facebook flyer for details and cultures represented this year.
—Holly Andres, Daily News, 30 Apr. 2026
The history of sassafras speaks to the complex movement of knowledge across cultures and systems.
—Kari Traylor, JSTOR Daily, 30 Apr. 2026
Like other full moons, May's full moon is known by multiple names given to it by different cultures throughout history, including Frog Moon, Milk Moon and Hare’s Moon, according to the Farmer's Almanac.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
While their love story spans a decade, the series stretches across multiple countries, cultures and languages.
—Madeleine Janz, PEOPLE, 30 Apr. 2026
This event was intended to bring students and families together to learn about and celebrate the many cultures represented in our community.
—Alysia Burgio, CBS News, 30 Apr. 2026
The profile of the pedant has changed surprisingly across time periods and cultures, but what’s constant is that nobody wants to be called one.
—The New York Review of Books, 25 Apr. 2026
Verb
The program gives team members the chance to experience different roles, properties, and cultures first-hand, building skills and strengthening connections across the region, and—in the process—strengthening the company’s cross-cultural bonds.
—Rebecca Ann Hughes, Fortune, 9 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cultures
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Kolona itself has a long history of occupation by various civilizations and was also an ancient site of worship.—
Tessa Solomon,
ARTnews.com,
24 Apr. 2026
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This is a place with a human history that dates back to Inca and pre-Inca civilizations, evidence of which can be seen during hikes led by the Tinajani guides.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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Felton Road is located in the Bannockburn subregion of Central Otago and grows grapes in four vineyards planted on north-facing slopes comprised of glacial soils.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
1 May 2026
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Company officials say reliability during extreme weather is vital and long-term system upgrades are necessary as North Carolina grows.—
Nora O'Neill,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Apr. 2026
Noun
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New Balance sneakers are a staple for travelers and busy lifestyles, which is exactly why the fashionable 327 model comes out on top.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
1 May 2026
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Columbia's business in Europe surged, with sales up 35%, or 21% on a constant currency basis, as younger consumers embrace both the brand and outdoor lifestyles more broadly.—
Alexa LoMonaco,
CNBC,
1 May 2026
Verb
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This open-mindedness naturally cultivates a more constructive atmosphere, as curiosity encourages exploration and discovery rather than stagnation or resistance.—
Rebecca Ahmed,
Big Think,
22 Apr. 2026
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Exposure to museums, live performances and visual arts connects youngsters to the cultural community and cultivates future creatives.—
U T Readers,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Known as the godfather of public relations, Bernays explained how the unconscious element of people in democratic societies could be manipulated.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Apr. 2026
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Trade during the Bronze Age significantly influenced the structures of early societies.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
25 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Bean plants themselves enhance soil nutrition, benefiting its partners in return.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
16 Apr. 2026
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Fresh herb plants grace tables and cruisers munch on breads baked in mini clay pots.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Apr. 2026
Verb
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On the downside, using the camera at 4K noticeably crops the lens view.—
Jim Fisher,
PC Magazine,
14 Apr. 2026
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When a user uploads a photo, the algorithm locates the bee, crops the image and compares it to our database.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
14 Nov. 2025
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“Cultures.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cultures. Accessed 3 May. 2026.
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