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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
David D. Kirkpatrick, New Yorker, 30 Mar. 2026
The neighborhood features the Dilworth historic district, known for its 19th-century luxury estates.
—Chase Jordan
march 30, Charlotte Observer, 30 Mar. 2026
Spend an afternoon at one of the area’s renowned hot springs resorts—ideally, one that features a water park for the kids and spa-like serenity for the adults.
—Meghan Palmer, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Mar. 2026
While still being finalized, the card features two championship fights.
—Will Weissert, Chicago Tribune, 29 Mar. 2026
The convention features everything from panels for students applying to medical school to nighttime dances, Brooks said.
—Jessica Ma, Dallas Morning News, 29 Mar. 2026
The venue features 557-seat main theater with an orchestra pit, catwalk, theatrical rigging and a dedicated AV room.
—Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 29 Mar. 2026
In place of the two-piece Dutch door on Low Tows of old, the all-new model features a clever sliding dual-height design that closes neatly whether the trailer is set to drive or camp height.
—New Atlas, 29 Mar. 2026
Following its renovation, the yacht features revised living spaces with interiors that favor understated luxury, blending midcentury furniture with contemporary pieces from Liaigre and Holly Hunt.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 22 Mar. 2026
George Yang, PC Magazine, 28 Mar. 2026
The moon will be roughly the size of a basketball in the view of the astronauts, who will examine its surface for color, lighting, rock types and other features.
—Elizabeth Howell, Space.com, 28 Mar. 2026
The chair-racing phenomenon shares many features that may be familiar to fans of Formula One.
—Trista Kurniawan, CNN Money, 28 Mar. 2026
On Wednesday, a jury in California determined that Meta and YouTube were responsible for loading their social media platforms with addictive features that harmed the mental health of a minor.
—Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 28 Mar. 2026
For a more subtle design, the Mini Safety Alarm has the same defensive features.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 28 Mar. 2026
Update to the latest version to see all Vogue content, as well as new features like our Runway Genius quiz, Group Chats, and posts from Vogue contributors.
—Anna Grace Lee, Vogue, 28 Mar. 2026
Don’t make it about your plan’s features — make it about your employees’ total options landscape.
—Charles Edward Gehrke, Fortune, 28 Mar. 2026
Accessibility Accessible guest rooms with mobility features have doorways with 32 inches of clear width, there are multiple elevators available, and the swimming pool is accessible to wheelchair users.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Mar. 2026
Verb
The decal features a common saying in intelligence circles.
—David D. Kirkpatrick, New Yorker, 30 Mar. 2026
The neighborhood features the Dilworth historic district, known for its 19th-century luxury estates.
—Chase Jordan
march 30, Charlotte Observer, 30 Mar. 2026
Spend an afternoon at one of the area’s renowned hot springs resorts—ideally, one that features a water park for the kids and spa-like serenity for the adults.
—Meghan Palmer, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Mar. 2026
While still being finalized, the card features two championship fights.
—Will Weissert, Chicago Tribune, 29 Mar. 2026
The convention features everything from panels for students applying to medical school to nighttime dances, Brooks said.
—Jessica Ma, Dallas Morning News, 29 Mar. 2026
The venue features 557-seat main theater with an orchestra pit, catwalk, theatrical rigging and a dedicated AV room.
—Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 29 Mar. 2026
In place of the two-piece Dutch door on Low Tows of old, the all-new model features a clever sliding dual-height design that closes neatly whether the trailer is set to drive or camp height.
—New Atlas, 29 Mar. 2026
Following its renovation, the yacht features revised living spaces with interiors that favor understated luxury, blending midcentury furniture with contemporary pieces from Liaigre and Holly Hunt.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 22 Mar. 2026
Noun
Xbox's most helpful features, such as Quick Resume, will work as expected when games are launched from the card.
—George Yang, PC Magazine, 28 Mar. 2026
The moon will be roughly the size of a basketball in the view of the astronauts, who will examine its surface for color, lighting, rock types and other features.
—Elizabeth Howell, Space.com, 28 Mar. 2026
The chair-racing phenomenon shares many features that may be familiar to fans of Formula One.
—Trista Kurniawan, CNN Money, 28 Mar. 2026
On Wednesday, a jury in California determined that Meta and YouTube were responsible for loading their social media platforms with addictive features that harmed the mental health of a minor.
—Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 28 Mar. 2026
For a more subtle design, the Mini Safety Alarm has the same defensive features.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 28 Mar. 2026
Update to the latest version to see all Vogue content, as well as new features like our Runway Genius quiz, Group Chats, and posts from Vogue contributors.
—Anna Grace Lee, Vogue, 28 Mar. 2026
Don’t make it about your plan’s features — make it about your employees’ total options landscape.
—Charles Edward Gehrke, Fortune, 28 Mar. 2026
Accessibility Accessible guest rooms with mobility features have doorways with 32 inches of clear width, there are multiple elevators available, and the swimming pool is accessible to wheelchair users.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for features
Verb
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The conflict highlights a broader shift in digital advertising.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Mar. 2026
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Police say the incident highlights the dangers of relying on driver-assist technology, noting those features are not a substitute for being conscious, alert and sober behind the wheel.—
Cecilio Padilla,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The series’ first real twist is that the paranoid conspiracy Rachel imagines is in fact a bait-and-switch for what’s going on here.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
27 Mar. 2026
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Shah then enters with a verse that imagines a more just country.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
26 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Riboua argued that the Guards’ ideology can be mainly characterized by a pragmatism with hardliner characteristics.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
28 Mar. 2026
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The interactive Olaf can speak and engage in conversations, and his mannerisms and characteristics are spot on.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
28 Mar. 2026
Verb
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But as O’Neill emphasizes, this process quickly becomes political.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
25 Mar. 2026
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The author emphasizes that these calculations illuminate the nation’s choices and values, noting that the cost extends beyond immediate expenditures to include long-term expenses such as disability payments and medical care for those injured in the conflict.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The team envisions the wristband becoming a primary tool for virtual and augmented reality (VR/AR).—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
25 Mar. 2026
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Derwinski envisions the new park being used for multiple events including such things as Fourth of July fireworks displays.—
Deborah Laverty,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The Singapore Sling and the Million Dollar Cocktail are sisters who share the same DNA and many of the same qualities but possess quite different temperaments and have gone on to enjoy different lives.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 Mar. 2026
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Its output has become increasingly nuanced and creative over the years, however, displaying elements of conventionally human qualities like metaphor, satire and social commentary.—
Stephy Chung,
CNN Money,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Drought on its own already stresses water supplies, agriculture, and ecosystems.—
Daniel Manzo,
ABC News,
28 Mar. 2026
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But Johnson stresses that this approach may not work for everyone—and that’s OK, too.—
Korin Miller,
SELF,
27 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Miss Manners pictures your guests, looking forward to a pleasant evening with you, being confronted with your suggestions.—
Judith Martin,
Sun Sentinel,
24 Feb. 2026
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After all, no one pictures a futuristic city cloaked in exhaust fumes.—
Alex Hewitt,
IEEE Spectrum,
6 Jan. 2026
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“Features.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/features. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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