Thesaurus results for EPISODES

episodes

noun

plural of episode

as in events

something that happens I'm trying to forget the whole embarrassing episode

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Recent Examples of episodes Hence, the dissolution of Andriy and Bobby, the Ukrainian and Russian duo who already glommed on to each other in the first two episodes of this season of Project Runway and in this episode collapse fully and phenomenally. — Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 24 July 2026 Peacock aired the first episode of MAFS on July 12, followed by the second and third episodes on July 16. — Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 23 July 2026 The classic reality series, which premiered on July 9, averaged 5M viewers across its premiere week with the first three episodes of Season 28, per Nielsen. — Peter White, Deadline, 23 July 2026 Abernethy specifically accused Carlson of numerous episodes of unprofessional conduct while alleging both swim coaches fostered conflict and misrepresented facts to school officials, including a campaign of false accusations against her. — Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 23 July 2026 Over eight episodes, creator and host Longworth will explore the history of bisexuals in the 1900s Hollywood sphere. — Mya Copeland, Variety, 23 July 2026 All episodes of Dutton Ranch are currently streaming on Paramount+. — Shelby Stivale, Entertainment Weekly, 23 July 2026 The sidebar typically screens one or two episodes and holds informal conversations with cast and creators in Toronto. — Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 23 July 2026 The main star of the first two episodes is the one and only John Cena. — Darren Cooper, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026

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Noun

But taxpayers did foot the bill for those stadiums at one point, presumably with the expectation that they could be used for a wide variety of events – including potential World Cup games.

— David Goldman, CNN Money, 20 July 2026
Club legends Ian Rush, Robbie Fowler, Phil Thompson and Tash Dowie will be on the trip to attend various meet-and-greet events with sponsors and supporters.

— James Pearce, New York Times, 20 July 2026

Definition of events

Noun

In an alternate universe, one without the stakes and the frenzy bubbling in the distance, Skubal might have gone about things differently.

— Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 22 July 2026
And to understand it, and to comprehend that kind of thing, is a good way to keep your mind open to learning new things and working new things into your sphere.

— Jim Ryan, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026

Definition of things

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An Anti-Defamation League audit of antisemitic incidents found that attacks increased by 30% between 2024 and 2025, a rise that Mamdani recognized while touting investments in hate crime combatants.

— Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 24 July 2026
That trust begins with one of the most devastating inciting incidents in recent genre memory.

— Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 24 July 2026

Definition of incidents

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This process is intended to give you the opportunity to provide further information so that your circumstances can be reviewed fully and fairly.

— Andy Mitten, New York Times, 22 July 2026
In a meeting with media executives last month, Pezeshkian said preserving national unity and cohesion is Iran’s top priority under current circumstances.

— Jomana Karadsheh, CNN Money, 21 July 2026

Definition of circumstances

Noun

Even countries like Japan and the United States, well ensconced in the Global North, aren’t exempt from the effects of climate change, as super-typhoons and extreme heat have become routine occurrences.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 23 July 2026
Flare-ups and losing food between the grill grates are two everyday occurrences that can diminish the grilling experience.

— BestReviews, Mercury News, 23 July 2026

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