1
as in clusters
a number of things considered as a unit
car buffs stood around admiring a group of classic cars in the parking lot
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Relevance
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2
as in groupings
a usually small number of persons considered as a unit
the next tour group was being seated for dinner
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3
as in types
one of the units into which a whole is divided on the basis of a common characteristic
you'll find both good and bad in every ethnic group
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as in ranks
to arrange or assign according to type
you should first group the invertebrates by genus
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as in assembles
to bring together in one body or place
group the kids together and we'll see if they're all here
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Recent Examples of groups
Chelsea Adams, USA Today, 20 June 2026
At the same time, progressive and labor groups that often find themselves at odds with the Chamber are avoiding jumping to conclusions, saying the move speaks more to the group’s quest for relevance than Becerra’s politics.
—Ben Paviour, Sacbee.com, 20 June 2026
Both of those groups also sued along with WPATH.
—Devi Shastri, Los Angeles Times, 20 June 2026
It’s relegated to a specific section of the ballpark, where groups can purchase tickets that usually come with a community-specific giveaway.
—Jon Root Outkick, FOXNews.com, 19 June 2026
Those groups, including the statewide Connecticut Students for a Dream organization, are now adapting to a new wave of fear surrounding ICE activity in communities near several universities.
—Valentina Toro, Hartford Courant, 19 June 2026
Increasing popularity not only increases congestion on the mountain, but also means less experienced climbers are more likely to be among the groups attempting the trek, one sherpa told AFP.
—CBS News, 19 June 2026
The town’s Woodland Community School is offering donations, and Facebook groups are helping neighbors find displaced items.
—Adriana Pérez, Chicago Tribune, 19 June 2026
In the winter of 1920, the United States entered Prohibition in the United States after years of campaigning by temperance groups who believed alcohol sat at the root of many social ills.
—Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
Noun
Accommodations range from traditional hotel rooms to six-bedroom houses, ideal for larger groups.
—Chelsea Adams, USA Today, 20 June 2026
At the same time, progressive and labor groups that often find themselves at odds with the Chamber are avoiding jumping to conclusions, saying the move speaks more to the group’s quest for relevance than Becerra’s politics.
—Ben Paviour, Sacbee.com, 20 June 2026
Both of those groups also sued along with WPATH.
—Devi Shastri, Los Angeles Times, 20 June 2026
It’s relegated to a specific section of the ballpark, where groups can purchase tickets that usually come with a community-specific giveaway.
—Jon Root Outkick, FOXNews.com, 19 June 2026
Those groups, including the statewide Connecticut Students for a Dream organization, are now adapting to a new wave of fear surrounding ICE activity in communities near several universities.
—Valentina Toro, Hartford Courant, 19 June 2026
Increasing popularity not only increases congestion on the mountain, but also means less experienced climbers are more likely to be among the groups attempting the trek, one sherpa told AFP.
—CBS News, 19 June 2026
The town’s Woodland Community School is offering donations, and Facebook groups are helping neighbors find displaced items.
—Adriana Pérez, Chicago Tribune, 19 June 2026
In the winter of 1920, the United States entered Prohibition in the United States after years of campaigning by temperance groups who believed alcohol sat at the root of many social ills.
—Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for groups
Noun
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Researchers estimate that at least 4% of the ocean's surface is covered by floating mats and clusters of seaweed, with levels expected to increase further throughout June.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
13 June 2026
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Bright orange milkweed aphids (Aphis nerii) usually emerge toward the end of summer and feed in clusters on the stems and leaves of common milkweed, swamp milkweed, and other milkweed plants.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 June 2026
Noun
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When in a forest, stay in proximity to shorter tree groupings.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
19 June 2026
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When in a forest, stay in proximity to shorter tree groupings.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
18 June 2026
Noun
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Other types of attractions include shows, character meet-and-greets, climbing structures and wet and dry play areas.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
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Assembly Bill 46, which cleared the Senate late last month, gives judges wider latitude to deny diversion petitions and limits the types of crimes for which a defendant can be granted diversion.—
James Queally,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
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From a box-score perspective, Brind’Amour’s case ranks similarly to that of Rick Tocchet, Bill Guerin and Ray Whitney, who are all unlikely to be inducted given other sure-thing candidates about to retire around the league.—
James Mirtle,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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Take a look team history, players to watch and where FIFA ranks both teams.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
16 June 2026
Verb
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The crew assembles prominent figures from the Ghibli pipeline alongside newer talent.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
16 June 2026
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Travelers forward their confirmations, and the software assembles an organized trip timeline in one clear view, without the usual manual entry.—
Gretchen Wittenmyer-Stone,
Miami Herald,
9 June 2026
Noun
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The batches were distilled between January 2015 and April 2016, the whiskey was aged for a full decade in char #4 barrels with char #3 heads, and it was bottled at 102 proof without chill filtration.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
13 June 2026
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Add chicken to air-fryer basket in batches, if necessary.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 June 2026
Noun
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But for me, all my favorite bands, their debut album and sophomore album are very different.—
Carita Rizzo,
Deadline,
16 June 2026
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What has changed is public access to the data as today, people can measure HRV through smartwatches, fitness bands, chest straps and health apps.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
15 June 2026
Noun
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The system focuses on detecting and identifying Class 1 drones, which are among the smallest categories of military and commercial unmanned aircraft.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
18 June 2026
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The rooms There are 19 room categories, including 11 different suite types.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 June 2026
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“Groups.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/groups. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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