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as in scenes
the array of painted backgrounds and furnishings used to establish the setting in a stage production
an era in which the mise-en-scène of Broadway musicals became ever more spectacular
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as in atmospheres
the circumstances, conditions, or objects by which one is surrounded
the movie captures the mise-en-scène of strife and desperation in a country torn apart by civil war
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mise-en-scènes
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State officials say federal agents first agreed to work with them at the scenes of the Good and Sosa-Celis shootings, then federal officials later took control of the evidence.—
Meg Anderson,
NPR,
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Dacre Montgomery plays Arthur, a serial killer who is re-creating scenes from the original Faces of Death, but now with real murder.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
10 Apr. 2026
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The team’s diamond-anvil device can generate pressures as high as five million atmospheres.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Apr. 2026
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The project aims to preserve the Swamp’s historic character, including orange Wing Walls and the close fan-to-field proximity that helps create one of the best game-day atmospheres in college football.—
Edgar Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
2 Apr. 2026
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The pearl color matches most home decors.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
27 Feb. 2026
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Options lean fruit-forward, herbal and slightly savory, with ingredients like citrus, fresh herbs and briny elements showing up across the list.—
Evan Moore
April 8,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Apr. 2026
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Competing Colors One painting mistake that will diminish the appearance of even the nicest new kitchen is not thoughtfully considering how your cabinet or wall color will coordinate with other elements in the room.—
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
7 Apr. 2026
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Transform everyday meals into flavorful creations with Gustus Vitae seasoning sets.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2026
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Upgrade your outdoor space with a spacious sectional, adjustable lounge chairs, and durable dining sets for alfresco meals.—
Jacquelyn McGilvray,
PEOPLE,
10 Apr. 2026
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Full sun is considered 6 or more hours of direct sunlight per day, while part sun is about half that, with morning sun typically preferred in hot climates.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
10 Apr. 2026
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Creeping Phlox Also known as moss phlox, creeping phlox is a native perennial that offers profuse blooms in shades of white, pink, purple, and red as soon as early April in temperate climates.—
Alexandra Jones,
The Spruce,
9 Apr. 2026
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The Borromean Islands While seascapes make for spectacular backdrops, so do Italy’s lakes.—
Elizabeth Heath,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Mar. 2026
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The process is quick and unremarkable to anyone familiar with the studio-shoot culture of the city, where the backdrops change but the conventions stay the same.—
Steven Zeitchik,
HollywoodReporter,
31 Mar. 2026
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They originally were found in tropical environments in Asia and often don’t bite humans, but there have been documented reports of humans being bit by them in Connecticut, according to CAES.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
9 Apr. 2026
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Moss is low-maintenance, eco-friendly, and can thrive in various environments, benefiting gardens by controlling erosion and suppressing weeds.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Apr. 2026
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“Mise-en-scènes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mise-en-sc%C3%A8nes. Accessed 11 Apr. 2026.
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