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as in actual
existing in fact and not merely as a possibility
to some people, angels are as existent as aardvarks or astronomers
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as in existing
having being at the present time
the coelacanth is one existent fish that was once thought to be entirely extinct
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as in entity
one that has a real and independent existence
other worlds are existents that are generally taken for granted in works of science fiction
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Recent Examples of existent
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
12 June 2026
An analysis of his microbiome revealed a particular kind of a gut bacteria that is almost non-existent among modern humans.
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CBS News,
3 June 2026
As the referee got to six, Femi stood straight up as if the sixth finishing maneuver that Lesnar delivered was almost non-existent.
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Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
31 May 2026
My pores are non-existent, my forehead is snatched and fine-line free, and my skin looks so glassy and smooth.
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Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
24 May 2026
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Adjective
Scammers may also advertise non-existent hotels, short-term rentals, or vacation properties near event venues.
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Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
12 June 2026
An analysis of his microbiome revealed a particular kind of a gut bacteria that is almost non-existent among modern humans.
—
CBS News,
3 June 2026
As the referee got to six, Femi stood straight up as if the sixth finishing maneuver that Lesnar delivered was almost non-existent.
—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
31 May 2026
My pores are non-existent, my forehead is snatched and fine-line free, and my skin looks so glassy and smooth.
—
Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
24 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for existent
Adjective
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Countrywide, wine, beer, spirits and other newer forms of alcohol are categorized according to beverage type and are taxed often regardless of actual alcohol content or other states’ policies.
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This anxiety often leads to rumination, where individuals endlessly ponder potential outcomes without actual preparation, mistakenly equating thinking with problem-solving.
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Choose from pre-existing design inspiration or ask for a custom look!
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That means civil legal aid groups would rely on a finite source of pre-existing, non-replenishing funds that will eventually run out.
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In January, Comcast spun off those networks, including CNBC, MS NOW, USA Network and Golf Channel, to create a new entity called Versant.
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According to the president’s latest financial disclosure, his entities DT Marks Defi and DT Marks SC realized nearly $263 million in net proceeds from the sale.
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But the real irony is that the British have teamed up with the Indigenous Seneca population, who loathe the French.
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All her friends and family have tried to convince her this is not a real situation and she is being scammed.
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Experts are particularly concerned about the safety of the cheetahs, as no extant cheetah populations coexist with tigers in the wild.
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Despite the game’s authenticity to real pinball, Space Cadet wasn’t based on an extant physical table, but was merely one part of the Full Tilt!
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What happens when an unstoppable force meets an immovable object?
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Air traffic control audio from that incident indicated the object appeared to strike the aircraft above the cockpit.
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Award-winning factual producer Proper Content is set to shutter amid tough market conditions.
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Sotomayor, writing for the liberal justices, accused the majority of cutting the litigation short and argued that unresolved factual questions should have been returned to the lower courts.
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However, Croatia and Austria serve as worthy opening round tests before that matchup can become reality.
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Your clear sense of direction can help bring a vision into reality.
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“Existent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/existent. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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