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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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But many scientists and engineers believe nuclear propulsion offers the only realistic path for a sustainable campaign ferrying people between the Earth and Mars.—
Stephen Clark – Jun 3,
ArsTechnica,
3 June 2025
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The Catalan filmmaker was able to provide a realistic depiction of her situation by choosing to emphasize the actual process of coping with the trauma, a process which can’t be rushed.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
3 June 2025
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The Time to Act on Antisemitism is Now This final example demonstrated how Washington’s Jewish community made use of their physical location to enact international change.—
Time,
Time,
3 June 2025
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When calories are too restricted or not enough nutrients are being provided by a diet, there could be an interruption in physical processes that could lead to fatigue, sleep problems and difficulty concentrating, Keeler added.—
Madeline Holcombe,
CNN Money,
3 June 2025
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The intent of this article is to provide objective information; however, readers should be aware that the author may have a financial interest in the subject matter discussed.—
Joel Shulman,
Forbes.com,
8 June 2025
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And all of us—users, voters, citizens—can demand that AI serve science and objective truth, not just correlations.—
Erik Otárola-Castillo,
Time,
7 June 2025
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Jennette’s Pier Nags Head, North Carolina This 1,000-foot-long concrete pier juts out into the Atlantic Ocean and is a prime spot for an Outer Banks fishing experience.—
Betsy Cribb Watson,
Southern Living,
7 June 2025
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In June, a four-lane concrete bridge that was being built across the River Ganges in the eastern state of Bihar collapsed for the second time in just over a year, raising questions about the quality of its construction.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
6 June 2025
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Market volatility, regulatory backlash, and reputational risk all come with tangible financial costs—costs borne not just by Musk himself, but by those who have trusted and invested in his vision.—
Joel Shulman,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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Unlike stocks, which can be valued on the basis of tangible components such a company’s goods and services, bitcoin is considered a store of value, and its price is driven by what others are willing to pay for it.—
Jeanne Sahadi,
CNN Money,
7 June 2025
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The film blends naturalistic domestic moments with dreamlike, oneiric sequences, aiming to recreate a tactile, analogue Santiago through stop-motion techniques.—
Callum McLennan,
Variety,
4 June 2025
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The filmmakers know exactly how to leverage Hawkins’s warm, naturalistic screen presence, using her offbeat sweetness to keep the audience guessing as to her character’s exact level of malevolence.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
30 May 2025
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Visitors also saw her figurative works on the themes of freedom and democracy, made in collaboration with the former South African statesman and anti-apartheid icon Nelson Mandela.—
Percy Zvomuya,
Artforum,
1 June 2025
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Most of her figurative heads function as metaphors for big ideas that lead us down introspective alleyways.—
Nina-Sophia Miralles,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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After the worst games, the stress was visible in the set of his shoulders.—
Cody Stavenhagen,
New York Times,
2 June 2025
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The northern lights will be visible at night on Sunday, June 1, and Monday, June 2, between 7 p.m. and 7 a.m. ET.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
2 June 2025
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“Nonabstract.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonabstract. Accessed 12 Jun. 2025.
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