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as in breeze
a slight or gentle movement of air
we sailed into the bay on a light air and just in time to enjoy a spectacular sunset
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as in aura
a special quality or impression associated with something
Naomi's the only person I know who can wear old jeans and a T-shirt with an air of elegance
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as in act
airs plural
a display of emotion or behavior that is insincere or intended to deceive
ever since she joined the country club she's been putting on airs of being too "high society" for us ordinary folks
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as in to voice
to make known (as an idea, emotion, or opinion)
suggested we air any complaints about the seating arrangements to the person who actually planned the event
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Recent Examples of air
Eric Nehm, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2025
During a Zoom interview, Maury Purnell, 85, hangs in the air, firmly grasping a trapeze bar, answering questions and smiling, no less.
—Matt Fuchs, Time, 30 Apr. 2025
Ted Johnson, Deadline, 30 Apr. 2025
In 2002 there was a documentary that aired in Australia called The Trouble with Merle, directed by a very wonderful and helpful-to-me filmmaker named Maree Delofski.
—Hazlitt, 30 Apr. 2025
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Noun
In a panic to get rid of the ball, Trent jumped in the air and tried to throw it to a teammate, but Nembhard picked it off and found a teammate.
—Eric Nehm, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2025
During a Zoom interview, Maury Purnell, 85, hangs in the air, firmly grasping a trapeze bar, answering questions and smiling, no less.
—Matt Fuchs, Time, 30 Apr. 2025
Verb
But the clip that aired on Face the Nation was within that broadcast, not during a commercial break.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 30 Apr. 2025
In 2002 there was a documentary that aired in Australia called The Trouble with Merle, directed by a very wonderful and helpful-to-me filmmaker named Maree Delofski.
—Hazlitt, 30 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for air
Noun
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First, Seb does a little dance to the melody of our Zojirushi rice cooker.—
Mia Leimkuhler,
New York Times,
7 May 2025
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Taking the main melody, the nine-time Grammy winner’s piercing voice soars over lush harmonies provided by the other singers, with Eilish adding her own tasteful riffs throughout.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
5 May 2025
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And with Alexa voice control and Google TV, navigating your favorite shows is a breeze.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
2 May 2025
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The single temperature knob and reliable igniter are easy to use, and cleanup is a breeze with pre-oiled grates.—
Melanie Fincher,
Southern Living,
30 Apr. 2025
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In videos and photos on social media, Leake, now in his early fifties, had the aura of an elder-statesman goth punk.—
David Browne,
Rolling Stone,
26 Apr. 2025
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The overwhelming majority of those games have not carried the aura of a special occasion in the way UEFA Champions League or Copa Libertadores fixtures can in Europe and South America.—
Ian Nicholas Quillen,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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Tap the Neighbors tab to view pictures and video of events in your neighborhood such as porch thefts, attempted break-ins, and acts of vandalism.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
28 Apr. 2025
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State law enforcement agencies wanting to participate in the program must enter into memorandums of agreement with ICE, according to the act, before participating in the program.—
Michelle Watson,
CNN Money,
28 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Ben Whishaw, who played Q in Daniel Craig’s last three James Bond movies, voiced Paddington for the third time in Paddington in Peru.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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Bolton reportedly takes voice lessons and practices voice therapy with a coach.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
30 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Their roster features major players from both genres scenes, including Knocked Loose, State Champs, Less Than Jake, Senses Fail, and The Story So Far, who are named after a classic New Found Glory song.—
Maya Georgi,
Rolling Stone,
30 Apr. 2025
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The song incorporates music, spoken word, clips of a Vietnamese woman crying out for her son, and the sound of air raid sirens.—
Lilit Marcus,
CNN Money,
30 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Pain at injection sites for people who use intramuscular (IM) vitamins Allergic reactions Fever Itching Rash Shortness of breath Rapid weight gain People who use B12 injections are more prone to allergic reactions than those using oral medications.—
Emmanuella Ogbonna,
Health,
29 Apr. 2025
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Jerry Carlson Camarillo What a great article about Wes Parker — a breath of fresh air!—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Apr. 2025
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Even the ultra-competitive summer atmosphere on the island of Santorini—a 40-minute ferry from Ios—mellows at this time of year.—
Lee Cobaj,
Robb Report,
1 May 2025
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While the residence has a jewel-box atmosphere, with luxurious emerald green drapes, ruby red bathroom tiles, Murano chandeliers, and beautifully patterned throw pillows on the couches and beds, that balcony is a total scene stealer.—
Bailey Berg,
Architectural Digest,
1 May 2025
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“Air.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/air. Accessed 12 May. 2025.
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