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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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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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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
Nick Paton Walsh, CNN Money, 31 Jan. 2026
In the event of a counter-protest, police can separate the two groups — as long as the groups can still see and hear each other.
—Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 30 Jan. 2026
State law requires animal shelters and rescue groups to disclose a dog’s bite history in writing.
—Sandra McDonald, Los Angeles Times, 30 Jan. 2026
The executive order also accuses Cuba of providing safe haven for transnational terrorist groups, such as Hezbollah and Hamas.
—Nora Gámez Torres, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2026
Schools and community groups have reported sharp spikes in absences during and immediately following enforcement activity.
—Daniel Anello, Chicago Tribune, 30 Jan. 2026
When Scott was elected in 2020, rowdy groups of teenagers were assaulting visitors in Harborplace just for fun, sending visitors back injured and traumatized, vowing never to return, nor any of their kin.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 30 Jan. 2026
When community immunity slips, high-risk groups often pay the highest price.
—Jesse Pines, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Enjoy schmoozing with friends and groups.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 24 Jan. 2026
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His June assault on Iran’s nuclear facilities had two carrier groups in the region, more there as a counter-weight to any Iranian reprisals than to be directly involved in the attack.
—Nick Paton Walsh, CNN Money, 31 Jan. 2026
In the event of a counter-protest, police can separate the two groups — as long as the groups can still see and hear each other.
—Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 30 Jan. 2026
State law requires animal shelters and rescue groups to disclose a dog’s bite history in writing.
—Sandra McDonald, Los Angeles Times, 30 Jan. 2026
The executive order also accuses Cuba of providing safe haven for transnational terrorist groups, such as Hezbollah and Hamas.
—Nora Gámez Torres, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2026
Schools and community groups have reported sharp spikes in absences during and immediately following enforcement activity.
—Daniel Anello, Chicago Tribune, 30 Jan. 2026
When Scott was elected in 2020, rowdy groups of teenagers were assaulting visitors in Harborplace just for fun, sending visitors back injured and traumatized, vowing never to return, nor any of their kin.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 30 Jan. 2026
When community immunity slips, high-risk groups often pay the highest price.
—Jesse Pines, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Enjoy schmoozing with friends and groups.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 24 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for groups
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Inside, the last clusters of conversation continued over champagne and the remnants of that improbable charcuterie spread.—
Rachel Marlowe,
Vanity Fair,
11 Jan. 2026
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The advisory described clusters of poisoning cases around Monterey and the San Francisco Bay Area.—
Aria Bendix,
NBC news,
10 Jan. 2026
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With five defensive backs on the field most of the time, Patterson’s scheme is intended to adjust to any offense, allowing for his defense to limit substitutions and match up against most personnel groupings.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Jan. 2026
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After a top coat, Sun added asymmetrical groupings of rhinestones, jewels, sequins, and caviar beads for a truly otherworldly outcome.—
Marci Robin,
Allure,
28 Jan. 2026
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Aside from including two types of hyaluronic acid, Japanese miru seaweed, volcanic marine ferment, and snow mushrooms, all of which boast anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
29 Jan. 2026
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For both order types, groceries will be bagged and customers will be charged a small fee for the bags used.—
Emery Glover,
Des Moines Register,
29 Jan. 2026
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This month, Lemme added Walmart to its retail roster, which includes Ulta, Amazon, TikTok Shop and Target, where the brand grew 100 percent in 2025 and ranks as the number-one beauty ingestible brand, said cofounder Simon Huck.—
Noor Lobad,
Footwear News,
27 Jan. 2026
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Between 1957 to 1989, Fennell moved through the department ranks as patrolman, detective, sergeant, lieutenant, and captain.—
Edmund H. Mahony,
Hartford Courant,
27 Jan. 2026
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In contrast, Real Madrid assembles superteams.—
Zak Garner-Purkis,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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At the moment the company’s Saudi facility only assembles kits from its Arizona plant.—
Matthew Martin,
semafor.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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Working in batches if needed, arrange pickles in a single layer in air-fryer basket (do not overcrowd).—
Holly Riordan,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Jan. 2026
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The contractors would be given batches of 50,000 names at a time, and are expected to provide photos of homes and workplaces, according to federal contracting data.—
Trevor Hughes,
USA Today,
8 Jan. 2026
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Viewers get a glimpse into college life in the South, the history of Black marching bands, and Black fraternities and sororities.—
Lynnette Nicholas,
Parents,
27 Jan. 2026
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Fritz pointed out that means bands can insist on more money, which leads to higher ticket prices.—
Dan Kelly,
Kansas City Star,
27 Jan. 2026
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On the more playful end of the spectrum, Forty Creek’s Cinnamon Bun Cream Whisky and Crown Royal Chocolate took top spots in the cream and flavored categories.—
Emily Price,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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That stat and the Sinners success is a stark contrast to even six years ago, when no women were nominated as a best director for the BAFTA Film Awards for the seventh year in a row, and all 20 nominees in the lead and supporting acting categories were white.—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Jan. 2026
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“Groups.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/groups. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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