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
Gretchen McKay, Twin Cities, 26 Mar. 2026
History buffs will revel in the dozens UNESCO World Heritage Sites visited, while foodies can check out the new onboard Epicurean Enrichment Studio, created by executive chef Kathryn Kelly as a chance to connect to the local cultures through cuisine.
—Laura Dannen Redman, Robb Report, 26 Mar. 2026
European stories, argued Berset in his speech, are not just consumer products, but a representation of the cultures and values of the continent.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 26 Mar. 2026
Across cultures, languages and economic systems, feeling connected to the natural world is consistently linked to living a more hopeful, purposeful and resilient life.
—Lea Barbett, The Conversation, 25 Mar. 2026
Thus began the cultivation of the cucumber in widely different environments—and, as a consequence, its consumption across different culinary traditions and cultures.
—Andrés Muedano, JSTOR Daily, 25 Mar. 2026
Each of the fairies has a story, a job, a favorite flower and a name that draws on folklore and cultures from around the world.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Mar. 2026
Named after the Frankish noble family that included Charles Martel and his grandson Charlemagne, the Carolingian era was a transformative time in medieval Europe, where power was consolidated and regional cultures began to blend.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 25 Mar. 2026
By the time Columbus landed in 1492 – likely in what is now San Salvador, not the United States – millions of people were living in what is now the Americas, with diverse cultures and extensive agricultural communities.
—Frank Vaisvilas, jsonline.com, 25 Mar. 2026
Rebecca Ann Hughes, Fortune, 9 Oct. 2025
Noun
Tofu is a staple in many Asian cultures’ diets.
—Gretchen McKay, Twin Cities, 26 Mar. 2026
History buffs will revel in the dozens UNESCO World Heritage Sites visited, while foodies can check out the new onboard Epicurean Enrichment Studio, created by executive chef Kathryn Kelly as a chance to connect to the local cultures through cuisine.
—Laura Dannen Redman, Robb Report, 26 Mar. 2026
European stories, argued Berset in his speech, are not just consumer products, but a representation of the cultures and values of the continent.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 26 Mar. 2026
Across cultures, languages and economic systems, feeling connected to the natural world is consistently linked to living a more hopeful, purposeful and resilient life.
—Lea Barbett, The Conversation, 25 Mar. 2026
Thus began the cultivation of the cucumber in widely different environments—and, as a consequence, its consumption across different culinary traditions and cultures.
—Andrés Muedano, JSTOR Daily, 25 Mar. 2026
Each of the fairies has a story, a job, a favorite flower and a name that draws on folklore and cultures from around the world.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Mar. 2026
Named after the Frankish noble family that included Charles Martel and his grandson Charlemagne, the Carolingian era was a transformative time in medieval Europe, where power was consolidated and regional cultures began to blend.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 25 Mar. 2026
By the time Columbus landed in 1492 – likely in what is now San Salvador, not the United States – millions of people were living in what is now the Americas, with diverse cultures and extensive agricultural communities.
—Frank Vaisvilas, jsonline.com, 25 Mar. 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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This innovation quickly spread to neighboring civilizations, embedding itself in the culinary practices of ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
31 Mar. 2026
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But the real key here is that, for thousands of years the civilizations have fought over those strategic choke points.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
29 Mar. 2026
Verb
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As your visibility grows, so does the importance of choosing your associations wisely.—
Kirah Tabourn,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Mar. 2026
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Offer graceful leadership and listen to quieter voices, because shared success grows when everyone feels included and heard.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
27 Mar. 2026
Noun
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As backyard lifestyles grow more popular and homeowners look for smarter home technologies, expectations around pool care are changing.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Mar. 2026
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Wage premiums for expat bankers narrowed as glamourous lifestyles, tax-free salaries, and decent education made the region seem less like a hardship posting and more like a career-boosting financial playground.—
Matthew Martin,
semafor.com,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Trump cultivates an aura of unpredictability, but his actions betray certain patterns that are discernible to those who know where to look.—
Jeffrey Sonnenfeld,
Fortune,
26 Mar. 2026
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Attendees could also join a breakout session with Run Gen Z, a group that cultivates young Republican candidates for office.—
Gaby Del Valle,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Even the libertarian president of Argentina, Javier Milei, came all the way from South America to laud Orbán, a man who has built one of Europe’s most centralized and repressive societies.—
Anne Applebaum,
The Atlantic,
27 Mar. 2026
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Books are how societies remember… argue… dissent… and imagine.—
Julie Finch,
Literary Hub,
25 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Besides soil preparation, the program removes factors that limit natural regeneration and plants a mix of native species.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
26 Mar. 2026
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In the opening moments, Loznitsa, working with the Romanian cinematographer Oleg Mutu, plants the camera before the prison gates, which open with a loud creak, allowing a fresh batch of emaciated arrivals to shuffle into a work yard.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
20 Mar. 2026
Verb
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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 1 Apr. 2026.
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