variants
also gasses
as in joys
slang
a source of great satisfaction
that movie with the spectacular special effects was a gas
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variants
or gasses
1
as in chats
to engage in casual or rambling conversation
a group of kids in the mall, gassing about their favorite music
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2
as in delights
slang
to give satisfaction to
a swinging jazz set that really gassed the crowd
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Recent Examples of gases
Jamie Thompson, The Atlantic, 6 Nov. 2025
This finding opens the door to more stable and cost-effective systems for turning waste gases into useful chemical feedstocks, a key requirement for sustainable manufacturing.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 5 Nov. 2025
Flaring at an oil refinery is a safety measure used to burn off excess gases during operations like maintenance or unexpected issues like power outages.
—Rob Nikolewski, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Nov. 2025
Sonora Attorney General Gustavo Salas Chávez said preliminary investigations showed the deaths were caused by inhalation of toxic gases.
—NPR, 2 Nov. 2025
As the comet draws closer to the Sun, its frozen gases begin to vaporize, releasing dust and ice into space—a process that gradually causes the comet to lose mass.
—Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Oct. 2025
Such observations suggest the nickel may be bound in molecules that break apart under solar radiation, releasing both metals and gases in chemical reactions.
—Darryl Seligman, Space.com, 27 Oct. 2025
But its standing as a leading supplier of industrial gases provides management with a 30,000-foot view of demand dynamics in various end markets across the globe.
—Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 26 Oct. 2025
These safety devices are designed to identify leaks of flammable gases, such as methane, propane, or butane—all of which are naturally odorless.
—Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Oct. 2025
Noun
Below a certain depth, however, pressure prevents gases from building up, and keeps the body from rising.
—Jamie Thompson, The Atlantic, 6 Nov. 2025
This finding opens the door to more stable and cost-effective systems for turning waste gases into useful chemical feedstocks, a key requirement for sustainable manufacturing.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 5 Nov. 2025
Flaring at an oil refinery is a safety measure used to burn off excess gases during operations like maintenance or unexpected issues like power outages.
—Rob Nikolewski, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Nov. 2025
Sonora Attorney General Gustavo Salas Chávez said preliminary investigations showed the deaths were caused by inhalation of toxic gases.
—NPR, 2 Nov. 2025
As the comet draws closer to the Sun, its frozen gases begin to vaporize, releasing dust and ice into space—a process that gradually causes the comet to lose mass.
—Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Oct. 2025
Such observations suggest the nickel may be bound in molecules that break apart under solar radiation, releasing both metals and gases in chemical reactions.
—Darryl Seligman, Space.com, 27 Oct. 2025
But its standing as a leading supplier of industrial gases provides management with a 30,000-foot view of demand dynamics in various end markets across the globe.
—Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 26 Oct. 2025
These safety devices are designed to identify leaks of flammable gases, such as methane, propane, or butane—all of which are naturally odorless.
—Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gases
Noun
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An ensemble piece in the truest sense, Tyler Taormina's film captures the joys and exhaustions of holiday gatherings via a Long Island family's annual Christmas Eve shindig.—
Randall Colburn,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 Nov. 2025
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Now, with her due date on the horizon, Fletcher is looking forward to the simplest joys.—
Brittany Talarico,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Gathered around the couch, in a spacious living room soundtracked by hushed jazz piano, her little sister disassociates with headphones while her pops casually chats to her stepmother; observing from a wheelchair is her 94-year-old great-grandmother.—
Alphonse Pierre,
Pitchfork,
30 Oct. 2025
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Brie Larson chats about her new cookbook with Courtney McBroom Party People at Better Homes & Garden's Red Plaid Café in New York City.—
Lex Goldstein,
PEOPLE,
22 Oct. 2025
Verb
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SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe.—
David M. Ewalt,
Scientific American,
7 Nov. 2025
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Every year, the actor surprises and delights us with her choice of costume, paying homage to Pamela Anderson one year and channeling Queen Amidala the next.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
27 Oct. 2025
Noun
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These cookies are our take on the famous Levain Bakery treats from New York City.—
Lizzy Briskin,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Nov. 2025
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Hershey's holiday treats are in stores nationwide for a limited time this holiday season while supplies last.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
8 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The cooler chills contents down to -4 degrees Fahrenheit, so there is no need for ice!—
Nora Colomer
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FOXNews.com,
23 Aug. 2024
Noun
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The end of year signals holiday cheer, festive feasts and of course, the yearly return of Spotify Wrapped — the streaming platform's annual review highlighting users' listening habits for the year.—
Diana Leyva,
Nashville Tennessean,
7 Nov. 2025
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Options range from complete feasts with turkey or ham to a la carte sides and desserts.—
Gege Reed,
Louisville Courier Journal,
4 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Tommy is ready to go to war, but Mireya talks her way free before Tommy arrives.—
Derek Lawrence,
Vulture,
8 Nov. 2025
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Mark walks differently than you, talks different than you, fights differently than you.—
Scott Feinberg,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Once the weather warms, remove the protective cover.—
Sheryl Geerts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Nov. 2025
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The best months are usually July and August, when the water warms enough for dry-fly-fishing but the cutthroat are still hungry after the long, cold spring.—
Outside,
Outside,
4 Nov. 2025
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“Gases.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gases. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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