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as in spirits
a state of mind dominated by a particular emotion
losing my favorite sweater left me in a bad mood for the rest of the day
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as in auras
a special quality or impression associated with something
there's a haunting mood of melancholy about the ruined old castle
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Recent Examples of moods
The new seven-story building is made of glass, similar to its sister UHealth Doral, an intentional architectural design that is meant to create openness and let in natural light to help boost moods and make the hospital feel less like a medical facility.
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Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2025
One Battle also exemplifies where Hall’s career has taken her, which is to say across genres, moods, and Hollywood whims.
—Matthew Jacobs, Vulture, 30 Sep. 2025
Football is a game with inherent jeopardy and, in turn, fortunes and moods can transform.
—Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025
Fading from an emerald green up front to a Prince-like purple, the shades represent the shifting moods that inspired the sneaker.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 27 Sep. 2025
By all indications, the first full day at the San Diego International Airport’s new Terminal 1 went without a hitch Tuesday, with smooth check-in and security zones, bustling concession stands, speedy baggage claim and airy spaces that brightened the moods of travelers.
—Roxana Popescu, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Sep. 2025
One Battle is really an Anderson-Pynchon mashup, a work that filters Pynchonesque ideas and moods through Anderson’s prismatic vision.
—Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 18 Sep. 2025
Leaders who practice time boxing don’t let moods, convenience or distractions dictate their day.
—Wilson Luna, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Our moods are often better, as are our relationships with other people.
—Laura Kiniry, Popular Science, 17 Sep. 2025
Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2025
One Battle also exemplifies where Hall’s career has taken her, which is to say across genres, moods, and Hollywood whims.
—Matthew Jacobs, Vulture, 30 Sep. 2025
Football is a game with inherent jeopardy and, in turn, fortunes and moods can transform.
—Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025
Fading from an emerald green up front to a Prince-like purple, the shades represent the shifting moods that inspired the sneaker.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 27 Sep. 2025
By all indications, the first full day at the San Diego International Airport’s new Terminal 1 went without a hitch Tuesday, with smooth check-in and security zones, bustling concession stands, speedy baggage claim and airy spaces that brightened the moods of travelers.
—Roxana Popescu, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Sep. 2025
One Battle is really an Anderson-Pynchon mashup, a work that filters Pynchonesque ideas and moods through Anderson’s prismatic vision.
—Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 18 Sep. 2025
Leaders who practice time boxing don’t let moods, convenience or distractions dictate their day.
—Wilson Luna, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Our moods are often better, as are our relationships with other people.
—Laura Kiniry, Popular Science, 17 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for moods
Noun
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On select dates, the pop-up offers a unique drink-and-tattoo experience, as well as live tarot readings ready to reveal what the spirits have in store.—
Diana Leyva,
Nashville Tennessean,
1 Oct. 2025
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The pair was in good spirits during the season 8 reunion, with Daniel flaunting a tattoo of Taylor's eyes on his chest that's equal parts romantic and upsetting.—
Randall Colburn,
Entertainment Weekly,
1 Oct. 2025
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People read auras and palms, too.—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
23 Sep. 2025
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Now in 2025, the fantasy is closer than ever, thanks to a select group of innovators who have created vehicles that can drive on public roads, in garages, and change modes in minutes.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Oct. 2025
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Some models also feature adaptive noise cancellation to adjust ANC levels and ambient modes to allow specific sounds through, which helps noise control across different environments.—
Jackie Cucco,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Oct. 2025
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By studying their weather in such detail, astronomers are beginning to piece together how atmospheres behave on distant worlds.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
30 Sep. 2025
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In it, Sunset has picked 10 tasting rooms (or appellations with good tasting options), from classic vineyards to producers of zero-proof beverages, that should delight everyone with their delectable offerings, innovative techniques and visually stimulating atmospheres.—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
25 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Lyrics suggest the friend from her past died suddenly, leaving her with unresolved feelings.—
Audrey Gibbs,
Nashville Tennessean,
3 Oct. 2025
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Additionally, multitasking contributes to mental fatigue and negatively impacts overall well-being, with some participants reporting feelings of exhaustion after.—
Diane Brady,
Fortune,
2 Oct. 2025
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The show will be available to stream with a regular Hulu subscription Sunday, the day after a new episode airs.—
Kaycee Sloan,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
3 Oct. 2025
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Breakthrough Women in Science & Medicine is streaming online and airs on PBS.—
Helen Carefoot,
Flow Space,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The nose is captivating with aromas of brown sugar, caramel corn, and vanilla mingle with wood and a hint of cherry.—
Gege Reed,
Louisville Courier Journal,
1 Oct. 2025
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The aromas, which were two years in the making, were worth the wait.—
Jackie Fields,
PEOPLE,
1 Oct. 2025
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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
Cite this Entry
“Moods.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/moods. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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