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as in people
a member of the human race
every individual has value
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as in entities
one that has a real and independent existence
our general concept of what constitutes a chair is based on our experience with many individuals that were called chairs
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Recent Examples of individuals
And when unlawful acts are committed, hold individuals accountable.
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Arkansas Online, 10 Jan. 2026
To date, more than 30 individuals have been prosecuted and convicted.
—Chase Jordan
january 10, Charlotte Observer, 10 Jan. 2026
Anyone who recognizes the individuals seen in the surveillance footage is urged to contact Ridley Township police detectives.
—Ross Dimattei, CBS News, 10 Jan. 2026
To get the biggest benefit checks in retirement, experts generally recommend individuals hold off on claiming for as long as possible, up to age 70.
—Lorie Konish, CNBC, 9 Jan. 2026
While new limitations have since been placed on Grok’s capabilities on X, NBC News reported on January 9 that the AI model is still complying with requests on Grok’s stand-alone app and website to put nonconsenting individuals in more revealing clothing or sexualized contexts.
—Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 9 Jan. 2026
Most people in that age group have already been exposed to HPV, so the vaccine helps some individuals but won’t change infection rates overall.
—Washington Post, 9 Jan. 2026
The victim was taken to a local hospital for treatment while several individuals were detained in the area, resulting in one man being taken into custody on the day of the incident.
—Sabrina Weiss, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
Of course, the rest is left to individuals, who are free to decide what to eat.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 9 Jan. 2026
Arkansas Online, 10 Jan. 2026
To date, more than 30 individuals have been prosecuted and convicted.
—Chase Jordan
january 10, Charlotte Observer, 10 Jan. 2026
Anyone who recognizes the individuals seen in the surveillance footage is urged to contact Ridley Township police detectives.
—Ross Dimattei, CBS News, 10 Jan. 2026
To get the biggest benefit checks in retirement, experts generally recommend individuals hold off on claiming for as long as possible, up to age 70.
—Lorie Konish, CNBC, 9 Jan. 2026
While new limitations have since been placed on Grok’s capabilities on X, NBC News reported on January 9 that the AI model is still complying with requests on Grok’s stand-alone app and website to put nonconsenting individuals in more revealing clothing or sexualized contexts.
—Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 9 Jan. 2026
Most people in that age group have already been exposed to HPV, so the vaccine helps some individuals but won’t change infection rates overall.
—Washington Post, 9 Jan. 2026
The victim was taken to a local hospital for treatment while several individuals were detained in the area, resulting in one man being taken into custody on the day of the incident.
—Sabrina Weiss, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
Of course, the rest is left to individuals, who are free to decide what to eat.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 9 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for individuals
Noun
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There are thousands of entities across the state that receive property taxes, including school districts, cities, and county governments.—
Nick Coltrain,
Denver Post,
6 Jan. 2026
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This would affect revenue from any new businesses or entities established within the entire STAR bond district area and any increase in revenue from existing businesses.—
Taylor O'Connor,
Kansas City Star,
5 Jan. 2026
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Two men — identified as Paul Markoff, 38, of North Bend, and Erik Henne, 43, of Snoqualmie Pass —were killed in the avalanche.—
Gabrielle Rockson,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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In fact, seven of the top 10 most-listened to podcasts—with collective audiences numbering in the tens of millions—are hosted by men.—
Sam Reed,
Glamour,
12 Jan. 2026
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However, Chuba Hubbard’s calf injury in the second quarter of the season opened things up for Dowdle to emerge.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Jan. 2026
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Jeff Klaiber took those things and molded Lehman into an Olympian, at times pushing boundaries and pushing Lehman to the brink.—
Andrew Carter,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The Hoosiers are the bad guys, the bullies come to take your pride and your lunch money, albeit politely.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
10 Jan. 2026
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Wouldn’t be surprised if a few cheerleaders and equipment guys are looking to leave, too.—
Mac Engel
January 9,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Keep a distance from tall, isolated trees or other elevated objects.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Nov. 2025
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Each specimen’s unique characteristics reminded him of the patterns and patinas that distinguish the objects at the family’s haveli, or nobleman’s mansion, in the Pink City.—
Victoria Gomelsky,
Robb Report,
9 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Episode 3 ended with Ron, Eric Nam, Kristen Kish, and Caroline Stanbury all tied to trees and hilariously pleading for their lives while the Traitors and a masked executioner all just kind of stood there awkwardly.—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Jan. 2026
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What happened next was the drive of Beck’s and the Hurricanes’ lives.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
9 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Officer Fadil said the rapper had tested positive for illicit substances — including amphetamines, methamphetamine, ketamine, and THC — and he was remanded for two days before his release, per the outlet.—
Becca Longmire,
PEOPLE,
4 Nov. 2025
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Sharing a series of photos documenting the painstaking process, the homeowner revealed layers of paint, tar, and other substances that had built up over the years.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Nov. 2025
Noun
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But no creatures are as synonymous with the Everglades as the alligators and crocodiles.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Jan. 2026
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What differs from living creatures is how the gelatin can heal.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Individuals.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/individuals. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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