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as in highlights
to indicate the importance of by centering attention on
a restaurant featuring an extensive list of American wines to complement its creative American cuisine
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as in imagines
to form a mental picture of
I can't feature that guy wearing anything other than his usual jeans and T-shirt
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as in characteristics
something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind
perhaps the most striking feature of that house is the way it was constructed to fit into its hillside site
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Recent Examples of features
Carly Tagen-Dye, PEOPLE, 10 Nov. 2025
For the white colorway, a contrasting gum sole with a soft suede toe highlights the sneaker, while the black version features a brown distressed tooling.
—Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 10 Nov. 2025
Leng said the Fujian features many pieces of equipment and technologies being used practically for the first time, and the warship will continue tests and verifications while simultaneously conducting training exercises to strengthen its combat capabilities.
—Ryan Chan, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Nov. 2025
Framed Artwork for a Nostalgic Touch The collection also features framed prints that capture the humor and heart of Rockwell’s original work.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Nov. 2025
The video was shot with the iPhone 17 PRo, which allows videographers to save in RAW recording, and features a 16x zoom range.
—Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 10 Nov. 2025
The car has also been re-outfitted with a Rolls-Royce Pantheon Grille and Spirit of Ecstasy hood ornament, two features that Top Gear reports Dodd was forced to remove in the early 1980s following a trademark lawsuit from the automaker.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 10 Nov. 2025
The pieces slide and secure together in a matter of seconds, and the unit features a thin dial for adjusting output and flame height.
—New Atlas, 10 Nov. 2025
Besides the classic plaid pattern, the blanket also features tassels around the edge for an elevated flair.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 4 Nov. 2025
Julia Bonavita, FOXNews.com, 9 Nov. 2025
DeZao says one of AI’s most helpful features is its ability to receive instructions and do its work while the human employee can remain focused on the task at hand.
—Rachel Curry, CNBC, 8 Nov. 2025
Some new features are exclusive to Chromebook Plus computers (more on those below).
—PC Magazine, 8 Nov. 2025
The features that sold me on this Bagsmart toiletry bag?
—John Lonsdale, Travel + Leisure, 7 Nov. 2025
Then there are the designs that prioritize smart features.
—Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 2 Nov. 2025
Passive House strategies were implemented throughout, and there’s rooftop solar with battery storage, high-efficiency heat pumps, and electric car chargers, among other features.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 31 Oct. 2025
Flashback currently has nine titles in development encompassing live action features, animation and episodic series.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 31 Oct. 2025
In the future, Delta Concierge will add more features to the service for travelers, adapting it over time.
—Eileen Falkenberg-Hull, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
Verb
The memoir also features a foreword by actress and author Mariel Hemingway, and has received early praise from Marianne Williamson and Mel Robbins.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, PEOPLE, 10 Nov. 2025
For the white colorway, a contrasting gum sole with a soft suede toe highlights the sneaker, while the black version features a brown distressed tooling.
—Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 10 Nov. 2025
Leng said the Fujian features many pieces of equipment and technologies being used practically for the first time, and the warship will continue tests and verifications while simultaneously conducting training exercises to strengthen its combat capabilities.
—Ryan Chan, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Nov. 2025
Framed Artwork for a Nostalgic Touch The collection also features framed prints that capture the humor and heart of Rockwell’s original work.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Nov. 2025
The video was shot with the iPhone 17 PRo, which allows videographers to save in RAW recording, and features a 16x zoom range.
—Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 10 Nov. 2025
The car has also been re-outfitted with a Rolls-Royce Pantheon Grille and Spirit of Ecstasy hood ornament, two features that Top Gear reports Dodd was forced to remove in the early 1980s following a trademark lawsuit from the automaker.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 10 Nov. 2025
The pieces slide and secure together in a matter of seconds, and the unit features a thin dial for adjusting output and flame height.
—New Atlas, 10 Nov. 2025
Besides the classic plaid pattern, the blanket also features tassels around the edge for an elevated flair.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 4 Nov. 2025
Noun
Since 2022, numerous campuses have added new safety features – such as installing more cameras on campus and hiring additional police officers – while also working to strengthen their relationships with federal and local law enforcement, according to Inside Higher Ed.
—Julia Bonavita, FOXNews.com, 9 Nov. 2025
DeZao says one of AI’s most helpful features is its ability to receive instructions and do its work while the human employee can remain focused on the task at hand.
—Rachel Curry, CNBC, 8 Nov. 2025
Some new features are exclusive to Chromebook Plus computers (more on those below).
—PC Magazine, 8 Nov. 2025
The features that sold me on this Bagsmart toiletry bag?
—John Lonsdale, Travel + Leisure, 7 Nov. 2025
Then there are the designs that prioritize smart features.
—Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 2 Nov. 2025
Passive House strategies were implemented throughout, and there’s rooftop solar with battery storage, high-efficiency heat pumps, and electric car chargers, among other features.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 31 Oct. 2025
Flashback currently has nine titles in development encompassing live action features, animation and episodic series.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 31 Oct. 2025
In the future, Delta Concierge will add more features to the service for travelers, adapting it over time.
—Eileen Falkenberg-Hull, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for features
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This week's quiz highlights movie mayhem, decadent desserts and much more.—
Kelly McGreal , Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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The suit also highlights the troubled safety record of Boeing’s MD-11 aircraft, calling it one of the most accident-prone commercial planes still in service.—
Alaa Elassar,
CNN Money,
8 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Cortese plays a Greek diner owner who is living with dementia and imagines himself as a late-night talk show host.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
10 Nov. 2025
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The young blood’s plan is to kill the Kalis, an apex predator said to be unkillable, and bring its head home to dad, who Dek imagines will finally accept him as his son with the right trophy kill.—
Andy Crump,
Time,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Published in Aerospace Science and Technology, the study describes that the Accurate prediction of aerodynamic drag characteristics across a wide range of wing-body configurations is crucial in the early design stages of transonic commercial transport aircraft.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Nov. 2025
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In fact, failure is one of the key characteristics of Silicon Valley.—
Reed Albergotti,
semafor.com,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
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This new approach emphasizes automation and teamwork among machines, focusing on precision instead of relying on large numbers of troops.—
Kapil Kajal,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Nov. 2025
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The whole team emphasizes the importance of finding partnerships that are authentic, pointing out that fans and viewers would quickly smell if an artist and content, or an artist and a brand, were forced together for pure financial considerations.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
4 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Owens envisions a Charlotte composed of 10-minute cities and livable communities that support work, recreation and housing without lengthy commutes.—
Nick Sullivan,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Nov. 2025
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Announced this week, the project envisions compact networks of satellites equipped with Google’s Tensor Processing Units (TPUs), interconnected through optical links, and powered by nearly continuous sunlight.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Ekitike could cause City problems with his ability to stretch the play and ball-carrying qualities.—
Andy Jones,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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Making Intentionality a Priority Since the beginning, Mark and Alexis’ work as Arizona personal injury lawyers has been grounded in passion, relationships, and respect, and these qualities remain to this day.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Hill stresses everything needed to be practical and raw.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
10 Nov. 2025
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McDaniel’s teams are minus-18 in turnover margin in three-and-a-half seasons, and McDaniel stresses that turnovers are the best indicators of who wins football games.—
Omar Kelly
November 7,
Miami Herald,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Tuffin will produce the Inspector Brant pictures through Strong Island.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
4 Nov. 2025
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The approach to the childhood flashbacks came from how Springsteen pictures his past.—
Brian Hiatt,
Rolling Stone,
27 Oct. 2025
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“Features.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/features. Accessed 22 Nov. 2025.
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