as in ages
an extent of time associated with a particular person or thing
the introduction of the mass production of cars on an assembly line ushered in the era of the automobile
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Recent Examples of eras
Season 4’s itinerary spans multiple territories and eras, with episodes dedicated to Greece’s Acropolis of Athens, Germany’s Neuschwanstein Castle, and France’s Pierrefonds Castle and the medieval city of Carcassonne.
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Emiliano De Pablos, Variety, 24 Feb. 2026
During both eras, there was labor instability among workers, pay budgets were restricted, and wage inflation was low.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 24 Feb. 2026
Mixing materials, finishes, and eras—like pairing a wood nightstand with an upholstered headboard—creates depth and warmth.
—Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 21 Feb. 2026
Contenders across eras warn against that approach, yet New York has leaned on it before — beating the Spurs to win the NBA Cup and last season surviving Detroit before stunning Boston in Round 2.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 21 Feb. 2026
The anthem has already made an appearance in Coca-Cola’s first short film in its FIFA World Cup campaign, Bubbling Up, which narrates the wide range of emotions tied to the tournament, blending styles and eras.
—Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 20 Feb. 2026
In recognition of Black History Month and its century-long mission to highlight the contributions and impact of Black Americans, this year’s expo pays tribute to one of the most influential eras in Black commerce and economic empowerment.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 19 Feb. 2026
By contrast some of the best songs harken back to earlier eras of Charli’s discography.
—Harry Tafoya, Pitchfork, 19 Feb. 2026
There’s always been different Elvises for different eras.
—Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 19 Feb. 2026
Emiliano De Pablos, Variety, 24 Feb. 2026
During both eras, there was labor instability among workers, pay budgets were restricted, and wage inflation was low.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 24 Feb. 2026
Mixing materials, finishes, and eras—like pairing a wood nightstand with an upholstered headboard—creates depth and warmth.
—Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 21 Feb. 2026
Contenders across eras warn against that approach, yet New York has leaned on it before — beating the Spurs to win the NBA Cup and last season surviving Detroit before stunning Boston in Round 2.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 21 Feb. 2026
The anthem has already made an appearance in Coca-Cola’s first short film in its FIFA World Cup campaign, Bubbling Up, which narrates the wide range of emotions tied to the tournament, blending styles and eras.
—Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 20 Feb. 2026
In recognition of Black History Month and its century-long mission to highlight the contributions and impact of Black Americans, this year’s expo pays tribute to one of the most influential eras in Black commerce and economic empowerment.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 19 Feb. 2026
By contrast some of the best songs harken back to earlier eras of Charli’s discography.
—Harry Tafoya, Pitchfork, 19 Feb. 2026
There’s always been different Elvises for different eras.
—Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 19 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for eras
Noun
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Family The hotel accepts only children who are over 12—although Villa One accepts all ages and Villa Two over-eights.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Feb. 2026
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This storied project has taken ages because it's been funded solely by private donations, and has seen numerous architects take the lead in building it over several decades.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
23 Feb. 2026
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The busiest week on the NFL calendar is officially in the rearview mirror, as the Dallas Cowboys have returned home from the NFL Scouting Combine after a bustling few days in downtown Indianapolis.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 Mar. 2026
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The impact on aviation is expected to be felt for at least the next few days.—
Karla Cripps,
CNN Money,
2 Mar. 2026
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Saratoga has successfully navigated periods of financial constraint in the past by planning carefully, adapting when necessary and keeping our focus on what matters most to residents.—
Chuck Page,
Mercury News,
25 Feb. 2026
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The Blast reported that a close friend, Rande Levine, explained that there were periods during the 2010s when Katherine got inpatient treatment.—
StyleCaster Editors,
StyleCaster,
25 Feb. 2026
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Quiet luxury reigns supreme as the latter half of 2025 introduced one of Swift's sleeker epochs to date.—
Calin Van Paris,
InStyle,
16 Feb. 2026
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Anna Margolin, a consummate modernist whose poems slide fluidly between genders, epochs, and literary traditions, has fared better than most.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
22 Jan. 2026
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Between 1963 and 1976, Khamenei was arrested seven times and spent a total of three years in prison before being sentenced to a sort of internal exile in Iranshahr in the far southeastern corner of the country.—
DEMOCRAT-GAZETTE STAFF FROM WIRE REPORTS,
Arkansas Online,
2 Mar. 2026
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As officers told the man to drop the knife several times, three police officers fired shots, striking the man.—
Adam Thompson,
CBS News,
1 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Eras.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eras. Accessed 3 Mar. 2026.
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