as in aura
a special quality or impression associated with something
as the site of a string of failed businesses, the building definitely had bad karma
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Recent Examples of karma
Some even credited Bregman for the comeback, suggesting the karma of his signing seeped into Ben Johnson’s game plan.
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Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 15 Jan. 2026
From there, consider thrift store karma.
—Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 14 Jan. 2026
As good fortune, karma or just a brain-dead decision would have it, Eagles punt returner Xavier Gipson decided returning a punt from his own 2-yard line was a great idea.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Nov. 2025
But the karma has been hell to pay.
—Miami Herald, 31 Oct. 2025
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Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 15 Jan. 2026
From there, consider thrift store karma.
—Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 14 Jan. 2026
As good fortune, karma or just a brain-dead decision would have it, Eagles punt returner Xavier Gipson decided returning a punt from his own 2-yard line was a great idea.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Nov. 2025
But the karma has been hell to pay.
—Miami Herald, 31 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for karma
Noun
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That aura of 20th-century glamour was immortalized by Slim Aarons.—
Annabelle Dufraigne,
Architectural Digest,
12 Feb. 2026
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But what about the romantic aura?—
Jeff Wagner,
CBS News,
11 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Surveil your barmates Inside Berghain, the atmosphere is eclectic and electric.—
Jessica Chapel,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Feb. 2026
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Focusing on classic pieces of decor, rather than constantly following changing trends, ensures your space feels like home and creates a cozy, lived-in atmosphere.—
Gabriela Izquierdo,
Southern Living,
14 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The smell of methanol racing fuel and the buzz of anticipation filled Lucas Oil Stadium as a procession of monster trucks rumbled into position for Monster Jam’s two-show weekend on January 31 and February 1.—
Travis LaCoss,
IndyStar,
5 Feb. 2026
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Great for pet smells and musty spots.—
Ashlyn Needham,
The Spruce,
5 Feb. 2026
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“Karma.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/karma. Accessed 18 Feb. 2026.
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