1
as in manners
a distinctive way of putting ideas into words
uses a colloquial mode of expression for his informal essays
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2
as in moods
a state of mind dominated by a particular emotion
when I'm in my cooking mode, I just have to go into the kitchen and make something
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as in trends
a practice or interest that is very popular for a short time
slim, tanned bodies are definitely the mode at this beach resort
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Recent Examples of modes
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
29 June 2026
Leaders can reduce transition tax by clustering similar work, shortening meeting chains, and creating reset rituals between modes.
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Gerald J. Leonard,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
Elon Musk has taken it upon himself to distribute a film online that has been blocked from traditional modes of promotion in its native Germany.
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Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
29 June 2026
As the system can mix and match these operating modes, all power sources can contribute simultaneously when maximum performance is needed, or operate separately when efficiency is the priority.
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Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
28 June 2026
The lightweight, water-resistant device easily attaches to clothing, bags, leashes and more, offering three lighting modes along with a powerful siren designed to help attract attention when needed.
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ABC News,
27 June 2026
Switching modes from producer to hotel visionary, LVP already has a pretty good idea what life inside the hotel will look like a year from now.
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Melinda Sheckells,
HollywoodReporter,
25 June 2026
Those ponies are sent to the rear wheels only via a seven-speed, dual-clutch automatic transmission with the same three powertrain and transmission modes as the suspension.
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Jerry Perez,
The Drive,
24 June 2026
Families can play three different, exciting game modes to keep things fresh.
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Anja Webb,
Parents,
24 June 2026
Noun
If that conversation also seems too anxiety-provoking, focus on modes of communication that do feel accessible to you.
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R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
29 June 2026
Leaders can reduce transition tax by clustering similar work, shortening meeting chains, and creating reset rituals between modes.
—
Gerald J. Leonard,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
Elon Musk has taken it upon himself to distribute a film online that has been blocked from traditional modes of promotion in its native Germany.
—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
29 June 2026
As the system can mix and match these operating modes, all power sources can contribute simultaneously when maximum performance is needed, or operate separately when efficiency is the priority.
—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
28 June 2026
The lightweight, water-resistant device easily attaches to clothing, bags, leashes and more, offering three lighting modes along with a powerful siren designed to help attract attention when needed.
—
ABC News,
27 June 2026
Switching modes from producer to hotel visionary, LVP already has a pretty good idea what life inside the hotel will look like a year from now.
—
Melinda Sheckells,
HollywoodReporter,
25 June 2026
Those ponies are sent to the rear wheels only via a seven-speed, dual-clutch automatic transmission with the same three powertrain and transmission modes as the suspension.
—
Jerry Perez,
The Drive,
24 June 2026
Families can play three different, exciting game modes to keep things fresh.
—
Anja Webb,
Parents,
24 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for modes
Noun
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Post set the gold standard for manners and social behavior for generations of Americans, social graces still valued and taught today.
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Remember that coughing and sneezing without a mask is considered very bad manners, as is attempting to board a train at the last minute and potentially causing a late departure.
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Similar to the way the moon waxes and wanes, this Water sign’s moods are known to fluctuate.
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Priorities shifted along with his moods.
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In fact, 72% of Gen Z look to social media for food and drink-focused wellness trends, according to 2025 data shared with CNBC by food & beverages analytics firm Datassentials.
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The American Culture Quiz is a weekly test of our unique national traits, trends, history and people — including current events and the sights and sounds of the United States.
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An InStyle editor breaks down five outdated pant trends and the fresher styles replacing them this summer.
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Instead of sticking to styles that squeeze your legs in a skinny-jean kind of way, opt for looser, baggier silhouettes like these from Levi’s.
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The loss threatened the summer learning session, but on Sunday, the community stepped up at an impromptu fundraiser that raised spirits and funds.
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As for cosmic weather this week, the planets align on June 28, igniting our adventurous spirits and libidos, eager to live life in the moment and sojourn onward!
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Emory drank heavily and was prone to terrifying rages.
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Leo is expected to double down on his messages of unity amid polarization, peace as war rages, welcome for migrants and hope for young Spaniards in the era of artificial intelligence.
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As summer lingers into autumn, the flower heads take on pink tones as the foliage turns a brilliant wine-red.
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The vibe of every room is prim and professional, with clean lines and neutral tones, creating spaces that would feel appropriate as the backdrop of a last-minute work Zoom, but not too rigid for the kick-off of a leisure trip.
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Two of Zohran Mamdani’s enthusiasms — better bus service and soccer — have, in the World Cup, found their moment of zingy cross-pollination.
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The movie thus offers a complaint about the end results of Putinism, not about the ideas—the emotions, the enthusiasms, the resentments, the hatreds—that brought it about.
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“Modes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/modes. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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