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as in senses
the idea that is conveyed or intended to be conveyed to the mind by language, symbol, or action
the unmistakable meaning of the skier's upraised arms as he finished his spectacular run
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as in purposes
something that one hopes or intends to accomplish
the people have a right to know what the president's meaning is in getting the nation involved in this war
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Recent Examples of meanings
Swift also shared the meanings behind each track on Showgirl before showing the lyric videos.
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Brittany Spanos, Rolling Stone, 3 Oct. 2025
Some of the gags (both meanings of the word apply) are inspired.
—A.a. Dowd, Vulture, 3 Oct. 2025
The film shows the unspoken love and care expressed by gestures among the emotionally more reserved Chinese families, while in the film, the Qeelin jewelry becomes part of that special moment with auspicious meanings.
—Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2025
The story of one death turns into the story of an entire generation, into the story of relationships between children and parents, into the story of betrayal and mistrust, full of comic words and tragic meanings, which Serhiy Zhadan knows how to combine so perfectly.
—Nelly Klos
september 29, Literary Hub, 29 Sep. 2025
But it had nonetheless been conserved and cared for, which allowed new meanings to slowly emerge.
—Mollie Barnes, The Conversation, 29 Sep. 2025
Finn, who has been tattooing for more than 30 years, says tattoos carry different meanings for everyone.
—Kai McNamee, NPR, 27 Sep. 2025
These motifs carry layered meanings, shifting from innocence to rebellion.
—Caterina De Biasio, Vogue, 25 Sep. 2025
When words lose their original meanings and are repurposed as verbal cudgels, the public sphere becomes a jungle of denunciation, intimidation, and even violence.
—Ian Buruma, New Yorker, 22 Sep. 2025
Brittany Spanos, Rolling Stone, 3 Oct. 2025
Some of the gags (both meanings of the word apply) are inspired.
—A.a. Dowd, Vulture, 3 Oct. 2025
The film shows the unspoken love and care expressed by gestures among the emotionally more reserved Chinese families, while in the film, the Qeelin jewelry becomes part of that special moment with auspicious meanings.
—Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2025
The story of one death turns into the story of an entire generation, into the story of relationships between children and parents, into the story of betrayal and mistrust, full of comic words and tragic meanings, which Serhiy Zhadan knows how to combine so perfectly.
—Nelly Klos
september 29, Literary Hub, 29 Sep. 2025
But it had nonetheless been conserved and cared for, which allowed new meanings to slowly emerge.
—Mollie Barnes, The Conversation, 29 Sep. 2025
Finn, who has been tattooing for more than 30 years, says tattoos carry different meanings for everyone.
—Kai McNamee, NPR, 27 Sep. 2025
These motifs carry layered meanings, shifting from innocence to rebellion.
—Caterina De Biasio, Vogue, 25 Sep. 2025
When words lose their original meanings and are repurposed as verbal cudgels, the public sphere becomes a jungle of denunciation, intimidation, and even violence.
—Ian Buruma, New Yorker, 22 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for meanings
Noun
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There’s a way to indulge your senses without overspending.—
Cody Godwin,
USA Today,
7 Oct. 2025
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In everything from gut health to the appearance of our drinks, the chemistry behind beer and wine keeps revealing how deeply these beverages connect to both our bodies and our senses.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
5 Oct. 2025
Noun
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While the Sixers theoretically have four centers, one is the brittle Joel Embiid, two are youngsters who haven’t clearly established themselves yet (Adem Bona and Johni Broome) and the other is a near-the-end Andre Drummond, who might also be traded for tax purposes.—
John Hollinger,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
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Antoni, a former Heritage Foundation economist, had come under fire for his history of social media posts that used economic stats for partisan purposes, sexist remarks, and insults targeting gay TV anchors.—
Ruth Umoh,
Fortune,
1 Oct. 2025
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Because the budget documents were reported by conference committees, made up of members from both parties and both chambers, the Legislature could only take up or down votes on their entire contents.—
Paul Egan,
Freep.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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All three of the boot styles, alongside a product manifest and brand artifacts — all buried in a container designed to withstand the elements, much like its contents.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Your goals can determine the type of account that makes the most sense.—
Andreina Rodriguez,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
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But even with the headwinds, there’s still enough good news to be a bit more bullish about Nike’s prospects, even it more time is needed to effect its comeback goals.—
Vicki M. Young,
Footwear News,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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When several residents received such offers, rumors about the company’s intentions quickly swirled.—
Miranda Dunlap,
jsonline.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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Candidate filing doesn’t officially open until December, but multiple candidates already have announced their intentions to run as Democrats.—
Mary Ramsey
October 3,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The event, launched in 1982, celebrates the freedom to read and express ideas and emphasizes the importance of fighting censorship.—
Jennifer Borresen,
USA Today,
5 Oct. 2025
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After months of trying to find the perfect balance of ideas and entertainment, the Planet Money game is ready for our next phase.—
Erika Beras,
NPR,
4 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Factors In Kenya’s Sovereign Credit Rating Rise There are usually multiple significances to a credit rating action.—
Ann Rutledge,
Forbes.com,
31 Aug. 2025
Noun
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That led to millions more people getting coverage, some of whom paid little or nothing, and more plans being offered.—
Todd Spangler,
Freep.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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The apartment's plans have changed over time.—
Bridget Fogarty,
jsonline.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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“Meanings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/meanings. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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