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
Emily Harter, Kansas City Star, 29 May 2026
Her bacteria cultures could become a fragrance or an image, or all of the above.
—Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 29 May 2026
Born in Beijing and raised between Hong Kong and the United Kingdom, Kwok grew up adapting to different cultures and expectations.
—Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 29 May 2026
While Venezuelan identity grew with the banana plant, many other cultures around the world—particularly in Southeast Asia and western Africa—also use banana leaves to wrap food and, more recently, use the leaves as a sustainable alternative to plastic wrapping materials.
—Sophia Rey, JSTOR Daily, 28 May 2026
Strong cultures reflect on patterns, not individuals.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
Opened in 2014, its goal is to protect and promote a deeper understanding of the diverse cultures and contributions of Muslim civilizations.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 May 2026
Longer life arcs represent both an opportunity and a challenge for cultures, societies and governments.
—Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 22 May 2026
Yes — the live cultures in yogurt remain alive after refrigeration, but their metabolism slows dramatically.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 21 May 2026
Rebecca Ann Hughes, Fortune, 9 Oct. 2025
Noun
Organizers have the teams represent particular countries to show the diverse cultures that are represented in the Kansas City community.
—Emily Harter, Kansas City Star, 29 May 2026
Her bacteria cultures could become a fragrance or an image, or all of the above.
—Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 29 May 2026
Born in Beijing and raised between Hong Kong and the United Kingdom, Kwok grew up adapting to different cultures and expectations.
—Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 29 May 2026
While Venezuelan identity grew with the banana plant, many other cultures around the world—particularly in Southeast Asia and western Africa—also use banana leaves to wrap food and, more recently, use the leaves as a sustainable alternative to plastic wrapping materials.
—Sophia Rey, JSTOR Daily, 28 May 2026
Strong cultures reflect on patterns, not individuals.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
Opened in 2014, its goal is to protect and promote a deeper understanding of the diverse cultures and contributions of Muslim civilizations.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 May 2026
Longer life arcs represent both an opportunity and a challenge for cultures, societies and governments.
—Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 22 May 2026
Yes — the live cultures in yogurt remain alive after refrigeration, but their metabolism slows dramatically.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 21 May 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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Historians believe ancient civilizations in Mesopotamia were cultivating dates as early as 6,000 to 8,000 years ago.—
Teresa Mull,
FOXNews.com,
8 June 2026
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Von Mierers intrigued Richards with conversations about Eastern religion and ancient civilizations, and the pair remained connected in the years to follow.—
Jordana Comiter,
PEOPLE,
6 June 2026
Verb
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Details and design reflect that philosophy, from the wood fire burning in reception and the garden where your dinner grows to the private onsen steaming quietly while snow falls just feet away.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 May 2026
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There is an anticipation of a logjam of players in the coming season or two, as the clock starts ticking on the eligibility of 19-year-olds, and their desperation to join a college roster grows.—
Jess Myers,
Twin Cities,
29 May 2026
Noun
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Charlotte’s strongest school districts span very different lifestyles, from in-town historic neighborhoods to lakeside suburbs.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Charlotte Observer,
29 May 2026
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That roof capacity matters because Subaru buyers actually use these vehicles for outdoor lifestyles.—
Tim Jackson,
Denver Post,
29 May 2026
Verb
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As guests don waders and walk into the shallow bay to the floating baskets where Navy Cove cultivates its bivalves, co-owner Eric Bradley shells out oyster-farming facts.—
Jennifer Stewart Kornegay,
Southern Living,
30 May 2026
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Research by Gao, Niu, and Yu published in Frontiers in Psychology found that intellectual humility in leadership cultivates team environments rooted in trust and collaboration, where leaders lean on collective wisdom rather than individual authority.—
Mary Hemphill,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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In societies with robust musical traditions, negative reactions — booing, whistling, calling for punishment — may be expressed.—
Judith Martin,
Sun Sentinel,
8 June 2026
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The next era will not belong to societies that centralize everything.—
Keith Krach,
Fortune,
7 June 2026
Verb
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Space plants 36 to 48 inches apart, setting two strong transplants on a hill or mound.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
31 May 2026
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See what our founder plants in the shadow of her redwoods.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
29 May 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 10 Jun. 2026.
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