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the placement of someone or something in relation to others in a vertical arrangement
a Freemason of the 32nd degree
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Recent Examples of degree
Officials earlier said applicants would need a bachelor’s degree or above in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics from renowned universities or research institutions in China or abroad or be engaged in relevant professional education or research at such institutions.
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Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 2 Oct. 2025
But, while there was never any doubt about his ability, there has still been a degree of surprise at the steep trajectory Anderson’s career has taken.
—Paul Taylor, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
Temperatures rose above 100 degrees Fahrenheit, air conditioners droned, and power cuts followed.
—Nik Kowsar, Time, 2 Oct. 2025
The temperature had dropped 10 degrees from the previous day, as a high-pressure front moved into the area.
—Bob McNally, Outdoor Life, 2 Oct. 2025
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Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 2 Oct. 2025
But, while there was never any doubt about his ability, there has still been a degree of surprise at the steep trajectory Anderson’s career has taken.
—Paul Taylor, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
Temperatures rose above 100 degrees Fahrenheit, air conditioners droned, and power cuts followed.
—Nik Kowsar, Time, 2 Oct. 2025
The temperature had dropped 10 degrees from the previous day, as a high-pressure front moved into the area.
—Bob McNally, Outdoor Life, 2 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for degree
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Even 6 inches of moving water can pose a serious risk of knocking you off your feet.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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This came after higher-than-average rainfall levels to start the summer, including nearly 4 inches above normal in July, per the NWS, with record-breaking rainfall on July 28, the Free Press reported.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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For kitties, there are three suction levels to handle cats with both thick and thin coats.—
Christine Persaud,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025
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By the time the five members of Tomorrow X Together (TXT for short) appear, not from the stage but through the pit doors, weaving past the barricades and into the sea of fans, the noise has swelled to seismic levels.—
Crystal Bell,
Rolling Stone,
3 Oct. 2025
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This evening reflects the culmination of many years of artistry and friendship, reflected in her support for his new creative chapter at Balenciaga.—
Meredith Kile,
PEOPLE,
4 Oct. 2025
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Balmoral Arms Following a large-scale refurbishment, the former Deeside Inn in Ballater—a village 25 minutes from Braemar—entered a new chapter as the Balmoral Arms.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Oct. 2025
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Undoubtedly, there are players with potential and talent at Tuchel’s disposal, but very little valuable experience in a position that requires more maturity and discipline.—
Rob Tanner,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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The company is establishing the Accessibility Council and creating new roles, including outreach positions that will collaborate with communities who advocate for disability inclusion.—
Charna Flam,
PEOPLE,
23 Sep. 2025
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The best way to describe Sarr’s offensive game at this early stage in his career is to call him a perimeter player with the body of a 7-footer.—
Josh Robbins,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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Production on the film is expected to start this year, with filming to take place in multiple countries as the team follows Pita’s evolving role on the global stage.—
Liz Shackleton,
Deadline,
6 Oct. 2025
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Last year’s ranking provided important insights into 2,400 hospitals in 30 countries, including Australia, Canada, Chile, India, Saudi Arabia, Sweden, Taiwan, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom and the United States.—
Newsweek Rankings,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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Kenya and Panama, with similar attractions as those higher on the list, tied for ninth to make the complete top 10 ranking.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
3 Oct. 2025
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But the performance his Seattle Seahawks delivered in a 38-35 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday really drove the point home.—
Michael-Shawn Dugar,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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Christie finished the game with 12 points, two rebounds and three assists and was the team’s second leading scorer and tied for the lead in Plus/Minus.—
Lawrence Dow,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 Oct. 2025
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Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries have emerged as central figures in the standoff, drawing praise even from critics within their own ranks.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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Advertisement While many Republicans view the ACA subsidies as a temporary pandemic-era measure that should now lapse, a handful of GOP moderates in Congress have broken ranks.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
1 Oct. 2025
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“Degree.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/degree. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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