as in adventures
an exciting or noteworthy event that one experiences firsthand
related in a book his experiences as a roving correspondent for network TV news
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as in undergoes
to come to a knowledge of (something) by living through it
eventually we all have to experience the loss of a loved one
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Recent Examples of experiences
Dillon Thomas,
CBS News,
20 June 2026
And while the kids enjoy monkey spotting and fun activities, adults can indulge in fine dining, a spa treatment, and cultural experiences, all supported by personal ambassadors for a seamless stay.
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Chelsea Adams,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
Without recovery, there is little space left for any of those experiences.
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Maia Niguel Hoskin,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
The weeklong series included educational programs and community events focused on immigrant experiences.
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Valentina Toro,
Hartford Courant,
19 June 2026
New openings will include experiences for our customers.
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Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
19 June 2026
To safeguard the protection of visitors, visitor experiences, and park resources, many demonstrations require a permit.
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Brie Stimson,
FOXNews.com,
13 June 2026
At the heart of the film are the real-life experiences of tech entrepreneur brothers turned first-time filmmakers Ash and Pooya Koosha.
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Savannah Walsh,
Vanity Fair,
12 June 2026
Critics called Slam Frank one of the boldest theatrical experiences of 2025.
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Frank Digiacomo,
HollywoodReporter,
12 June 2026
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
That gives the north its longest days, while the Southern Hemisphere (which is titled away from the sun) experiences its shortest days.
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Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
And though the online arena was great for building a large network and starting important conversations, assembling his thoughts, feelings, and experiences offline in book form has given Gustin the opportunity to go deeper and offer readers prompts for their own reflection and growth.
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Christian Dashiell Published,
Parents,
18 June 2026
These storms are similar to what your area experiences many times per year.
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John Tufts,
IndyStar,
18 June 2026
My favorite artists detailed and singular in its voice, therefore it can’t be digested and metabolized by everyone who experiences it in the same way.
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Steven J. Horowitz,
Variety,
12 June 2026
This wavelength range is particularly important because blue and blue-green light experiences lower attenuation in water than many other wavelengths, allowing energy and data to travel more efficiently through underwater environments.
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Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
12 June 2026
Signs of a Blood Sugar Crash Not everyone experiences a noticeable crash after eating sweets.
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Brandi Jones,
Verywell Health,
12 June 2026
Historically, Colorado often experiences wetter conditions during El Niño years, though the relationship isn't guaranteed.
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Callie Zanandrie,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
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Nick Engen and Taylor Calmus CBS To help encourage fathers navigating similar experiences, Taylor Calmus, creator of the popular online Dude Dad brand, visited the NICU ahead of Father's Day to surprise Engen and other dads with gift bags filled with supplies.
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Dillon Thomas,
CBS News,
20 June 2026
And while the kids enjoy monkey spotting and fun activities, adults can indulge in fine dining, a spa treatment, and cultural experiences, all supported by personal ambassadors for a seamless stay.
—
Chelsea Adams,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
Without recovery, there is little space left for any of those experiences.
—
Maia Niguel Hoskin,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
The weeklong series included educational programs and community events focused on immigrant experiences.
—
Valentina Toro,
Hartford Courant,
19 June 2026
New openings will include experiences for our customers.
—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
19 June 2026
To safeguard the protection of visitors, visitor experiences, and park resources, many demonstrations require a permit.
—
Brie Stimson,
FOXNews.com,
13 June 2026
At the heart of the film are the real-life experiences of tech entrepreneur brothers turned first-time filmmakers Ash and Pooya Koosha.
—
Savannah Walsh,
Vanity Fair,
12 June 2026
Critics called Slam Frank one of the boldest theatrical experiences of 2025.
—
Frank Digiacomo,
HollywoodReporter,
12 June 2026
Verb
As the Northern Hemisphere experiences its summer solstice, people south of the equator in the Southern Hemisphere will go through their winter solstice.
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Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
That gives the north its longest days, while the Southern Hemisphere (which is titled away from the sun) experiences its shortest days.
—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
And though the online arena was great for building a large network and starting important conversations, assembling his thoughts, feelings, and experiences offline in book form has given Gustin the opportunity to go deeper and offer readers prompts for their own reflection and growth.
—
Christian Dashiell Published,
Parents,
18 June 2026
These storms are similar to what your area experiences many times per year.
—
John Tufts,
IndyStar,
18 June 2026
My favorite artists detailed and singular in its voice, therefore it can’t be digested and metabolized by everyone who experiences it in the same way.
—
Steven J. Horowitz,
Variety,
12 June 2026
This wavelength range is particularly important because blue and blue-green light experiences lower attenuation in water than many other wavelengths, allowing energy and data to travel more efficiently through underwater environments.
—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
12 June 2026
Signs of a Blood Sugar Crash Not everyone experiences a noticeable crash after eating sweets.
—
Brandi Jones,
Verywell Health,
12 June 2026
Historically, Colorado often experiences wetter conditions during El Niño years, though the relationship isn't guaranteed.
—
Callie Zanandrie,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for experiences
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Combining science and imagination, the 20 x 12-and-a-half minute episodes follows their adventures on the Red Planet.
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The Yellowstone spinoff follows the continued adventures of Beth (Kelly Reilly) and Rip (Cole Hauser).
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Branse also emphasized that while the public doesn’t get a voice about the settlement proposal, residents will get to speak about the project itself when Costco undergoes a hearing for its special permit request.
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Every Orkin technician undergoes an intensive, 160-hour simulation training program at their dedicated center before entering the field.
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Conley also has the most campaign cash, with $940,000 on hand.
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Walking into a recording studio, Swift was seen clutching a cognac shoulder bag, and this leather version from Quince comes in the same color and has a similar silhouette.
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Several days later, Naim witnesses the pastor’s kid being violently assaulted by an invisible presence.
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Walking in the historic center of the city—where motorbikes flash by on narrow streets, laundry hangs from balconies, and giant pennants of the city’s team are strung high overhead—one witnesses several devotional Maradona tableaux.
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Unlike Isabelle in the film, who endures years of illness before her death, her sister is alive and well.
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Fortune’s journey to this point is a bit like the odyssey that the main character in his feature endures over the course of a day in Atlanta.
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As Droga sees it, the advertising industry is very much in the throes of a profound technological shift.
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On average, the region sees its first 100-degree day on July 1.
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There’s a certain pressure on the movie to deliver in both terms of content and box office numbers as well, one that Kiyoko feels immensely.
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The landscape is dotted with lighthouses, and climbing one feels like a rite of passage.
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Avoid tuba that looks too brown or tastes too vinegary.
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While many wine clubs employ a single buyer who makes all purchasing decisions, Shefferman blind tastes the best wines with a tasting panel consisting of sommeliers, winemakers, and industry members with WSET credentials.
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