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or nexus
1
as in chains
a series of things linked together
the oft-repeated claim that any person on the planet can be connected to any other person through a nexus of six relationships
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as in centers
a thing or place that is of greatest importance to an activity or interest
as the nexus for three great religions, Jerusalem has had a troubled as well as illustrious history
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Recent Examples of nexuses
Is there any nexus to terrorism or anything that is going on in regard to the worldwide caution at this moment?
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CBS News, 1 Mar. 2026
That, of course, is not an ideal nexus of impulse and instructional rigor.
—Tyler Estep, AJC.com, 25 Feb. 2026
The event was a nexus for dealmaking and investment announcements.
—semafor.com, 23 Feb. 2026
Fricke's meditation on cycles of creation and destruction is free-associative yet thematically controlled, with the final result existing somewhere at the nexus of musical, essay, and poem.
—Eric Farwell, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Feb. 2026
The creative duo embark on a weekend excursion to sample the city’s spirited mix of regional history, world-class innovation, and natural splendor—discovering how much is in reach of this buzzy but unhurried Gulf nexus.
—Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Feb. 2026
The brand is meant to exist at the nexus of consumer pain points and accessibility.
—James Manso, Footwear News, 17 Feb. 2026
Analysts also noted that the longstanding nexus between business leaders and politicians has been a mixed blessing in Bangladesh—often facilitating swift policy decisions to support industry, yet at times blurring lines between commercial and political interests.
—Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 16 Feb. 2026
About Artforum Artforum is the magazine of record for the contemporary art industry and holds the unique roles of institution, nexus, and foremost tastemaker of the art world.
—News Desk, Artforum, 11 Feb. 2026
CBS News, 1 Mar. 2026
That, of course, is not an ideal nexus of impulse and instructional rigor.
—Tyler Estep, AJC.com, 25 Feb. 2026
The event was a nexus for dealmaking and investment announcements.
—semafor.com, 23 Feb. 2026
Fricke's meditation on cycles of creation and destruction is free-associative yet thematically controlled, with the final result existing somewhere at the nexus of musical, essay, and poem.
—Eric Farwell, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Feb. 2026
The creative duo embark on a weekend excursion to sample the city’s spirited mix of regional history, world-class innovation, and natural splendor—discovering how much is in reach of this buzzy but unhurried Gulf nexus.
—Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Feb. 2026
The brand is meant to exist at the nexus of consumer pain points and accessibility.
—James Manso, Footwear News, 17 Feb. 2026
Analysts also noted that the longstanding nexus between business leaders and politicians has been a mixed blessing in Bangladesh—often facilitating swift policy decisions to support industry, yet at times blurring lines between commercial and political interests.
—Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 16 Feb. 2026
About Artforum Artforum is the magazine of record for the contemporary art industry and holds the unique roles of institution, nexus, and foremost tastemaker of the art world.
—News Desk, Artforum, 11 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nexuses
Noun
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Like many mattress brands, some hotel chains offer a lengthy trial period, warranty, and even white glove delivery to make a pricey purchase worthwhile.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
9 Mar. 2026
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The concept resembles drive-through beverage chains such as Dutch Bros Coffee and the Human Bean.—
Nicole Buss,
Sacbee.com,
9 Mar. 2026
Noun
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This phase would most likely have included the use of cruise missiles, stealth bombers, and drones to hit air defense installations and command centers.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Mar. 2026
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One of the Chinese ministries involved in the joint centers helped organize the World Conference of Classics.—
Chang Che,
New Yorker,
8 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Fragment-sequences in time swept toward a place before history, before chronology, where everything that ever-happened fades, where past present and future exist all at once in the sea of African time.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 Mar. 2026
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From thunderous victory to shattering downfall, this play delivers sweeping action sequences, political intrigue, and a theatrical experience that hits with the force of a battle drum.—
Cincinnati Enquirer,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
7 Mar. 2026
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Its location in the new upscale development of Takanawa Gateway City, puts guests in a less touristy and much quieter part of town, while still being steps away from major transportation hubs like Takanawa Gateway Station and Shinagawa Station.—
Lois Alter Mark,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
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Others have started afresh in the US, particularly in urban hubs like San Francisco, Los Angeles and New York.—
Laura Sharman,
CNN Money,
7 Mar. 2026
Noun
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All five of the Hollywood Drift coaster trains will have the same four Fast & Furious cars in the same order – Dodge Charger, Mazda RX-7, Nissan Skyline GT-R and Toyota Supra MK IV.—
Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
4 Mar. 2026
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Now, three weeks later (and after flights and buses and trains around Korea and Taiwan), both injuries are still inflamed and painful and energy-sapping.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
3 Mar. 2026
Noun
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News that Russia may be providing Iran with wartime intelligence may also change the calculus in Washington and other Western capitals.—
Nathan Hodge,
CNN Money,
7 Mar. 2026
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How does Boise compare to other state capitals?—
Hali Smith
March 6,
Idaho Statesman,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Much of that owes to Jonny Greenwood’s score — its cello solos replacing the genre’s traditional guitar strings and sweeping orchestras — which gives the onscreen action an otherworldly feeling.—
Sezin Devi Keohler,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Mar. 2026
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Then-current neoclassicism is evident in bright scorings — for double winds and brass, strings and timpani — and patches of contrapuntal business.—
Scott Cantrell,
Dallas Morning News,
6 Mar. 2026
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With one day left to declare candidacy in the race for Los Angeles mayor, all eyes are on Rick Caruso, the billionaire developer behind outdoor shopping meccas like The Grove.—
Seth Abramovitch,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Feb. 2026
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After all, the Moroccan city is one of the world's great shopping meccas.—
Elizabeth Cantrell,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Nexuses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nexuses. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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