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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 mode is one of willing commendation, trading on the imperative, hortative and jussive moods, the latter two of which have long disappeared from the English tongue.
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Elaine L. Wang
september 11, Literary Hub, 11 Sep. 2025
Introducing Anthony, a pit bull terrier who mixes his moods in a perfectly puppy-like way.
—Tj MacIas, Kansas City Star, 8 Sep. 2025
Unlike moods or preferences, values form early on in life, and remain relatively stable.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
These issues ranged from academic difficulties and disruptive behaviors to depressive moods.
—Jack Beresford, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Sep. 2025
Our survey confirms other research that shows students who spend time outdoors – particularly in places with mature trees, open fields, parks, gardens and water – report better moods and lower stress.
—Chanam Lee, The Conversation, 2 Sep. 2025
Freestanding These are large wine racks that don’t need to be mounted to the wall and can hold enough bottles to suit all of your moods.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 1 Sep. 2025
Unlike television or passive media, AI plushies respond in real time, adapting to a child's questions, stories, and moods.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 31 Aug. 2025
For more color inspiration, Harding's book, Homing Instinct (Rizzoli, September 2025), delves deep into her passion for making spaces that feel truly like home, using color to create moods and manipulate space.
—Kathryn O'Shea-Evans, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Aug. 2025
Elaine L. Wang
september 11, Literary Hub, 11 Sep. 2025
Introducing Anthony, a pit bull terrier who mixes his moods in a perfectly puppy-like way.
—Tj MacIas, Kansas City Star, 8 Sep. 2025
Unlike moods or preferences, values form early on in life, and remain relatively stable.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
These issues ranged from academic difficulties and disruptive behaviors to depressive moods.
—Jack Beresford, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Sep. 2025
Our survey confirms other research that shows students who spend time outdoors – particularly in places with mature trees, open fields, parks, gardens and water – report better moods and lower stress.
—Chanam Lee, The Conversation, 2 Sep. 2025
Freestanding These are large wine racks that don’t need to be mounted to the wall and can hold enough bottles to suit all of your moods.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 1 Sep. 2025
Unlike television or passive media, AI plushies respond in real time, adapting to a child's questions, stories, and moods.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 31 Aug. 2025
For more color inspiration, Harding's book, Homing Instinct (Rizzoli, September 2025), delves deep into her passion for making spaces that feel truly like home, using color to create moods and manipulate space.
—Kathryn O'Shea-Evans, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for moods
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The category is projected to be worth roughly $8–10 billion USD in 2025, with a steady 5% annual growth rate through 2033, driven by rising demand in Asia and a global appetite for premium spirits, according to Data Insights Market.—
Gina Pace,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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The film has Lorraine Warren, using her psychic visions, uncovering that the spirits in the house are masking the demonic presence — one that’s tied to the mirror at the beginning of the film that is also seen in the series’ first film.—
Kevin Dolak,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Honda offers a Drive Mode system with Normal, Sport, and Individual modes.—
Michael Harley,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Even as tutor modes are refined and improved, students have to actively select that mode and, for now, also have to play along, deftly providing context and guiding the chatbot away from worthless, low-level questions or sycophancy.—
Brian W. Stone,
The Conversation,
10 Sep. 2025
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However, even if this is the case, scientists have suggested light molecules of silicon, like silane, should be found in the upper atmospheres of gas giants and brown dwarfs.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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This is a fascinating find, as these conditions were considered part of the graphite-stability regime, where graphite-rich exo-atmospheres are expected to produce only flat spectra, not the feature-rich spectra that would appear if organic hazes were present.—
Ethan Siegel,
Big Think,
10 Sep. 2025
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Listen To Your Gut With Clarity Gut feelings are not mystical.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Her therapist – who Heming Willis accidentally referred to her as her own caregiver – explained how normal these feelings were.—
David Oliver,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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How to watch The Rainmaker live without cable The Rainmaker airs on USA Network, which is available to stream on services like Sling TV.—
Jason Pham,
StyleCaster,
12 Sep. 2025
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The Drew Barrymore Show airs weekdays on CBS.—
Emlyn Travis,
Entertainment Weekly,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Attractive light orange color; aromas of orange roses, persimmon and a hint of cardamon.—
Tom Hyland,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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For the most delicious variety, food enthusiasts should follow the aromas to the most concentrated locations with bold gastronomic ambitions.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
2 Sep. 2025
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Just as nice, though, is how this gentle creamy cleanser still suds up to a satisfying lather, leaving your limbs—and your senses—feeling refreshed.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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Focus on indulging in your senses.—
Kyle Thomas,
PEOPLE,
14 Sep. 2025
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New & Noteworthy Say goodbye to sticky skin and unpleasant smells!—
Adam Mills,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Sep. 2025
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Step inside and be greeted by the earthy smells of the past, and you’ll be quickly transported back in time, to childhood or beyond.—
Olivia Lee,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Sep. 2025
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“Moods.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/moods. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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