as in very
being this and no more
the mere idea of your traveling alone to Europe is ridiculous
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Recent Examples of mere
April White, JSTOR Daily, 20 May 2026
However, what elevates proceedings from mere political proclamation is Shah’s unyielding focus on his trans characters’ multifaceted experience.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 20 May 2026
If bits are mere mortals, occupying space and time, qubits possess omnipresence and telepathy.
—Aldo Svaldi, Mercury News, 19 May 2026
This kind of behavior goes beyond mere apple-polishing.
—Tom Nichols, The Atlantic, 19 May 2026
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Adjective
Āyandigān lasted a mere three more months after that tumultuous May day, but its fragile newsprint was preserved.
—April White, JSTOR Daily, 20 May 2026
However, what elevates proceedings from mere political proclamation is Shah’s unyielding focus on his trans characters’ multifaceted experience.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 20 May 2026
If bits are mere mortals, occupying space and time, qubits possess omnipresence and telepathy.
—Aldo Svaldi, Mercury News, 19 May 2026
This kind of behavior goes beyond mere apple-polishing.
—Tom Nichols, The Atlantic, 19 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mere
Adjective
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What followed was not just recovery from cancer, but the rebuilding of an immune system erased by the very treatment that saved her life, Sullivan tells PEOPLE.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
23 May 2026
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There was no fireball this time until the very end.—
Marcia Dunn,
Los Angeles Times,
23 May 2026
Noun
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The waterproof construction helps keep feet dry in light rain or shallow puddles, while the breathable lining prevents things from getting too stuffy.—
Francesca Krempa,
Travel + Leisure,
16 May 2026
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Steer clear of puddles - Driving into puddles or low areas of rainwater can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
16 May 2026
Adjective
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The German supermodel attended the event in a brown figure-hugging corset dress with a scalloped neckline and sheer mesh cutouts on the sides, as well as a thigh-high slit and ruching at the hip.—
Lori A Bashian,
FOXNews.com,
23 May 2026
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And that’s not to mention the sheer number of candidates or amount of money pouring into these races this year.—
Linh Tat,
Daily News,
23 May 2026
Noun
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The pool attendant during a recent visit was especially intuitive, offering towels and drinks on cue.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 May 2026
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Dotted with palm and mossy cypress trees, the grounds host a 125,000-gallon, grotto-style pool with a slide and waterfalls, along with a basketball court and a dock.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
22 May 2026
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“Mere.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mere. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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