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as in realistic
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as in physical
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Recent Examples of nonabstract
In New York City, these economic consequences tend to be nonabstract.
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Holman W. Jenkins, WSJ, 12 Oct. 2018
Holman W. Jenkins, WSJ, 12 Oct. 2018
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nonabstract
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Would a George Kirby-for-Tarik Skubal trade be a realistic framework for a deal between the Tigers and Mariners?—
Jim Bowden,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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The costumes are more fantastical than grittily realistic as well, with a hip Steampunk vibe that’s more fashionable than purely Victorian.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
16 June 2026
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My brothers-in-law and their spouses give their parents only limited amounts of time on holidays and limited physical assistance to their parents only if my husband begs for help.—
Jeanne Phillips,
Mercury News,
13 June 2026
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The goal is to lower barriers to humanoid robotics development and enable a wider community to experiment with motion learning and physical AI systems.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
12 June 2026
Adjective
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The assessment covered 36 objective criteria — ingredient quality, sugar type, caffeine content, vitamin levels, preservation methods, label honesty, and more.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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Researchers at the University of California, Berkeley, have developed a sensor system designed to provide a more objective assessment.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
17 June 2026
Adjective
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Lieurance’s car was found in the water perhaps as much as 100 feet away from the concrete boat ramp in Joe Bald Park.—
Eric Adler,
Kansas City Star,
17 June 2026
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Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle seemed frustrated with the lack of concrete details from the White House – especially because, as many noted, any potential nuclear accord would most likely come through Capitol Hill.—
Zachary Schermele,
USA Today,
16 June 2026
Adjective
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From the sitcom’s second season, Allen created an ecosystem of Black characters from varying socioeconomic backgrounds, with different ideals and goals, while showcasing both representational and aspirational models of Black excellence.—
Ronda Racha Penrice,
VIBE.com,
4 June 2026
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Soon, this recognition stretched to include representational painting by younger Black artists, as museums, galleries, and collectors still more clearly signaled their progressive intent.—
Katy Siegel,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
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Most Spurs players appeared to be lined up for the anthem, but Wembanyama was not visible during the portions shown on the broadcast.—
Dan Zaksheske OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
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Her recent carpets have made that knowledge visible.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
14 June 2026
Adjective
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Take Planting Cues from the Wild A naturalistic landscape in the Southwest will look much different from a Northeast woodland garden or a Midwest backyard.—
Miranda Crowell,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 June 2026
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The female gaze Few women photographed Monroe, and there’s a stark contrast between Arnold’s naturalistic, candid style and the more flirtatious interplay of her male counterparts.—
Sheena McKenzie,
CNN Money,
3 June 2026
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For younger readers who have grown up entirely online, physical books are a rare tangible object disconnected from screens.—
Josh Rivera,
USA Today,
14 June 2026
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Powered by a new investment package unveiled by Rio Mayor Eduardo Cavaliere at confab Rio2C in May, Rio de Janeiro’s goal to further bolster its film and TV industries has grown ever more tangible.—
Anna Marie de la Fuente,
Variety,
14 June 2026
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“Nonabstract.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonabstract. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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