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as in general
belonging or relating to the whole
do a global search and replace the misspelling throughout the whole document
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as in comprehensive
covering everything or all important points
published a global report on the plight of Third World economies
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as in spherical
having every part of the surface the same distance from the center
one of the fair's more striking pavilions was a global structure with a monorail running through its center
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Recent Examples of global
That would improve the global flow of crude and hopefully lower its price.
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Stan Choe, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2026
Last year, global data centers used 448 trillion watt-hours of electricity, more than all but 10 countries of the world, said the report issued Wednesday.
—ABC News, 3 June 2026
These findings align with global health benchmarks, particularly those established by the World Health Organization’s International Agency for Research on Cancer.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 3 June 2026
Ben Townsend, Google's global head of infrastructure strategy and sustainability, said in a statement the company sees a responsibility to balance data center expansion with community water needs.
—Mateo Rosiles, USA Today, 3 June 2026
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Stan Choe, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2026
Last year, global data centers used 448 trillion watt-hours of electricity, more than all but 10 countries of the world, said the report issued Wednesday.
—ABC News, 3 June 2026
These findings align with global health benchmarks, particularly those established by the World Health Organization’s International Agency for Research on Cancer.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 3 June 2026
Ben Townsend, Google's global head of infrastructure strategy and sustainability, said in a statement the company sees a responsibility to balance data center expansion with community water needs.
—Mateo Rosiles, USA Today, 3 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for global
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That's our mission now is to help other DIYers learn how to do more on their project, from general contracting all the way through some of the actual construction elements.—
Tabitha Parent,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
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There are chances to take a deep dive into various history or literature classes beyond general education requirements, or for students to discover their passions or potential career pathways, Ellman said.—
Michelle Mullins,
Chicago Tribune,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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To operate safely in dynamic industrial settings, the robot is equipped with dual front-and-rear LiDAR systems and a comprehensive perception suite.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
2 June 2026
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Kenjura told Crain the police department was working on a comprehensive update to the city’s safety ordinances that will address concerns related to e-scooters and other mobility devices.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 June 2026
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Check It Out, 2022, consists of an educational program on anger management that plays on a spherical red television set recalling a space helmet.—
Theo Belci,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
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Benjamin began the bee Tuesday by correctly spelling micellar, an adjective that describes anything relating to or composed of micelles, which are tiny, self-assembling, spherical clusters of molecules.—
City News Service,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 May 2026
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Fancy suites are part of some packages, of course, but so are much more generic tickets elsewhere in the stadium, sold alongside private dinners, concerts, hotel rooms and other types of access.—
Sara Germano,
Sportico.com,
28 May 2026
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Making an agent generic enough to handle the full surface area and meet the expectations of every team out there is, practically speaking, an impossible task.—
Ethan Pronev,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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The ship includes cooler-climate adaptations such as panoramic glass walls in the Athletic Club, cozier seating throughout The Roundabout and an indoor version of the line’s signature Scarlet Night celebration.—
Josh Rivera,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
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The Relais & Châteaux property has elegant rooms with high-end furnishings, private patios, and panoramic views out every window.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
28 May 2026
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Their harsh geometric forms are sometimes punctuated by recognizable symbols like crosses and hearts, while others are made entirely of abstract twisting, circular, and diagonal forms.—
Eliza Goodpasture,
ARTnews.com,
3 June 2026
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According to Allie, viewers continue sending screenshots of their own hilariously circular text exchanges on a daily basis.—
Ashley Vega,
PEOPLE,
3 June 2026
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When an infected male mates with a wild female mosquito, the resulting eggs don't hatch, helping reduce the overall population.—
Kimberly Miller,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
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Franklin is looking for its second overall title; the team last won in 2024.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
3 June 2026
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Although an overwater mansion may be a more apt description—there’s a full kitchen, private beach set up, private gym, and three separate massage rooms.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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On a trip from the city of Isfahan to his grandfather’s farm, the young narrator and his parents stop to see family friends, Abbas, and Saba, whose home is full of love and storytelling.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 June 2026
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“Global.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/global. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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