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as in centers
a thing or place that is of greatest importance to an activity or interest
the heart of the village economy was the outdoor market
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as in roots
the central part or aspect of something under consideration
at the heart of the problem is the school's outmoded computer system avoided any small talk and got right to the heart of the matter
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as in souls
the seat of one's deepest thoughts and emotions
deep down in her heart, she knew he was telling the truth
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Recent Examples of hearts
Today, our broken hearts have been lifted at the news that no one is above the law, not even royalty.
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Janelle Ash , Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 23 Feb. 2026
Nine hearts were on display for the nine victims, six of whom were clients on the three-day skiing trip, and the other three were their guides.
—Kayla Moeller, CBS News, 23 Feb. 2026
For the former, sesame, flaxseed, and hemp hearts are our favorites.
—Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Feb. 2026
Today, our broken hearts have been lifted at the news that no one is above the law, not even royalty.
—Laura Trujillo, USA Today, 21 Feb. 2026
An orphaned monkey in Japan has captured hearts, flooding the zoo with visitors and boosting sales for the plush toy that has been a comfort to him.
—Maggie Penman, Washington Post, 21 Feb. 2026
Our hearts are with his family, friends, and colleagues, as well as the many fans whose lives were touched by his work.
—Chad De Guzman, Time, 20 Feb. 2026
There are countless ways to wear hearts on your nails—this one uses shape.
—Christina Perrier, InStyle, 16 Feb. 2026
The news warmed our hearts in the midst of this cold, dark and endless winter.
—Glenn Whipp, Los Angeles Times, 16 Feb. 2026
Janelle Ash , Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 23 Feb. 2026
Nine hearts were on display for the nine victims, six of whom were clients on the three-day skiing trip, and the other three were their guides.
—Kayla Moeller, CBS News, 23 Feb. 2026
For the former, sesame, flaxseed, and hemp hearts are our favorites.
—Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Feb. 2026
Today, our broken hearts have been lifted at the news that no one is above the law, not even royalty.
—Laura Trujillo, USA Today, 21 Feb. 2026
An orphaned monkey in Japan has captured hearts, flooding the zoo with visitors and boosting sales for the plush toy that has been a comfort to him.
—Maggie Penman, Washington Post, 21 Feb. 2026
Our hearts are with his family, friends, and colleagues, as well as the many fans whose lives were touched by his work.
—Chad De Guzman, Time, 20 Feb. 2026
There are countless ways to wear hearts on your nails—this one uses shape.
—Christina Perrier, InStyle, 16 Feb. 2026
The news warmed our hearts in the midst of this cold, dark and endless winter.
—Glenn Whipp, Los Angeles Times, 16 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hearts
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Literacy screenings are not typically conducted in medical settings, but several prominent pediatric care centers, including Boston Children's Hospital, promote early literacy resources to families in recognition of reading's importance for a child's development.—
MAKIYA SEMINERA THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
1 Mar. 2026
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This system can be used around airports, stadiums, power plants, water treatment centers, correctional facilities, borders and other critical infrastructure.—
Jan Wagner,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 Feb. 2026
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The Jackson family wanted to make sure their patriarch, a native of Greenville, South Carolina, returned to his roots on the East Coast.—
Darius Johnson,
CBS News,
26 Feb. 2026
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Its slender stems branch out from the mother plant and form roots wherever the leaf nodes touch the soil.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Feb. 2026
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Ferries couldn't run, so adventurous souls drove their cars - and even raced - between New York's Westchester and Rockland counties.—
Tony Aiello,
CBS News,
20 Feb. 2026
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Adventurous souls tried tackling a rotating rock-climbing wall, which slowly spun as the climber stretched for the blue, pink and purple holds.—
Tribune News Service,
Baltimore Sun,
19 Feb. 2026
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For more than a decade, Gulf capitals urged de-escalation, arguing diplomacy was the only path to prevent Iran from targeting the wealthy cities and advanced energy infrastructure the region has spent trillions of dollars building.—
Mohammed Sergie,
semafor.com,
28 Feb. 2026
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For policymakers in national capitals, energy security has become a primary phrase because of concerns that geopolitical disruption could hamper access to energy.—
Justin Worland,
Time,
28 Feb. 2026
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This could answer the question of why stars aren't as densely packed into the cores of galaxy clusters as astronomers expect.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
20 Feb. 2026
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The stars eventually go supernova, and their respective cores collapse to form black holes containing as much as 100 times the mass of the sun.—
Phil Plait,
Scientific American,
13 Feb. 2026
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Rising anti-Chinese sentiment in the US has also fed the return of some of the country’s brightest minds.—
Jeronimo Gonzalez,
semafor.com,
27 Feb. 2026
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In terms of design, both the third and fourth generations have forged ties with a diverse array of design-forward minds over the decades that have helped create a united vision based on contemporary and modern principles.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
27 Feb. 2026
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Other cities that made the list include London; Basel, Switzerland; Dublin, Ireland; and other global arts hubs.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Feb. 2026
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Flea markets are hubs for those who value an item’s history.—
Marisa Suzanne Martin,
The Spruce,
21 Feb. 2026
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The spa uses oils and essences from the hotel's medicinal garden, while the treatment rooms are set within the former convent's nuns' cells.—
Jenn Rice,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Feb. 2026
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Skin care leads the conversation, alongside a growing focus on niche fragrances, refined essences and wellness treatments.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
22 Dec. 2025
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“Hearts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hearts. Accessed 1 Mar. 2026.
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