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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
Adjective
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The reality is that traditional university models aren’t a realistic option for some people.—
Arne Duncan,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2025
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Research rental markets carefully, weigh all the true costs of moving, and be realistic about whether a new salary offer truly offsets a higher cost of living.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Rather than bearing imagery of the state or the monarchy, Elisabeth’s portraits were focused on her defining physical features, particularly her long, flowing hair.—
Elizabeth Djinis,
Smithsonian Magazine,
28 Apr. 2025
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Teams from outside England also seem to struggle with Arsenal’s sheer athleticism — certainly Real Madrid struggled to keep pace with their physical output in the quarter-final.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Consider these common scenarios: • A narcissistic leader may reject data that contradicts their opinion, disregarding objective insights.—
Nino Letteriello,
Forbes.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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That was an intentionally objective exercise, while the Player Tiers project is inherently more subjective.—
Law Murray,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The hotel takes up residence in a commanding 1968 concrete structure envisioned by Marcel Breuer overlooking the Long Island Sound—and an Ikea, too, for your home shopping needs.—
Katie Chang,
Forbes.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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The new north end zone stand won’t be finished for the 2025 football season, but the entire structure, including almost all the concrete work and any underground work, is expected to be completed by the start of the new season.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
18 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Questions were raised over Putin’s motives in calling the brief halt to hostilities, which came just after the Trump administration threatened to abandon peace efforts without tangible signs of progress.—
Ivana Kottasová,
CNN Money,
21 Apr. 2025
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Yet in our increasingly digital world, the tangible nature of oracle and tarot decks offers a rare form of material connection—something to hold, shuffle, and physically engage with outside the digital realm.—
Michaela Trimble,
Vogue,
21 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Spurred by the overwhelming trend for photorealistic gourmands and naturalistic fruity fragrances, perfumers are finding ways to make floral fragrances that smell more naturalistic—like how flowers smell in nature.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
19 Mar. 2025
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McBurney knows that the naturalistic acting style used in film can easily fall flat in opera, which has a slower pace in which the magic lies in a kind of zooming in on time.—
Jeffrey Arlo Brown,
New York Times,
12 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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These installations highlight how Kansas City evolved from primarily historical statuary to a mix of conceptual and figurative public art.—
Courtney Lane,
Kansas City Star,
15 Apr. 2025
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As for the current exhibition, Hood hopes people will gain a deeper awareness of figurative art and enjoy experiencing the artwork through the free exhibitions and community workshops.—
Liz Rothaus Bertrand,
Charlotte Observer,
19 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Reuters photos from the aftermath of the incident showed paramedics and ambulances at the scene, with police cordons visible.—
Lucas Lilieholm,
CNN Money,
27 Apr. 2025
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The dress featured long sleeves and a modest neckline, with sheer portions visible at the sleeves and the lower part of the dress.—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
26 Apr. 2025
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“Nonabstract.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonabstract. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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