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
Adam Summers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 May 2026
While just a simulation, one verging on the edge of science fiction, the results prove a cautionary tale as AI moves from a mere tool to operating autonomous systems.
—Jake Angelo, Fortune, 28 May 2026
What once made the lake awkward to reach helped preserve the sense that life along its banks belonged to a different Austin, despite being mere minutes from the city center.
—Spencer Elliott, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
The mere mention of the vaginal microbiome outside of the gyno’s office or group chats was once off limits.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 28 May 2026
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Adjective
This is not an accident or a mere statistical anomaly.
—Adam Summers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 May 2026
While just a simulation, one verging on the edge of science fiction, the results prove a cautionary tale as AI moves from a mere tool to operating autonomous systems.
—Jake Angelo, Fortune, 28 May 2026
What once made the lake awkward to reach helped preserve the sense that life along its banks belonged to a different Austin, despite being mere minutes from the city center.
—Spencer Elliott, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
The mere mention of the vaginal microbiome outside of the gyno’s office or group chats was once off limits.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 28 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mere
Adjective
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Potential side effects The downside to treating zinc cream like an overnight face mask is that the very thing making skin look calmer can also unearth problems beneath the surface.—
Tatiana Dias,
Vogue,
29 May 2026
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Then to Sydney Harbour, the very scene of that embarrassing capsize exactly a year earlier, and the Americans won the event outright for a first win since October 2023.—
Andrew Rice,
New York Times,
29 May 2026
Noun
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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,
7 June 2026
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At 20, Stevie's features float vaguely in the growing puddle of her face.—
Carly Tagen-Dye,
PEOPLE,
3 June 2026
Adjective
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Visitors passing through the imposing glass doors of FamilySearch Library on Salt Lake City’s Temple Square are likely to pause at the sheer size of the five-story, 135,000-square-foot archive, which houses the largest collection of genealogical data in the world.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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The Skims founder opted for a daring sheer black lace corset tank top paired with light-wash jeans with horsebit buckle details on the hips for the outing.—
Meg Walters,
InStyle,
6 June 2026
Noun
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Over at the spa, there's a 14-meter pool, and a host of treatments.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 June 2026
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Each day, highlights include visits to remote jungles, snorkeling, swimming in natural crystal-clear pools, visiting historical sites like the ruins of Uaxactún, and more.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
4 June 2026
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“Mere.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mere. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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