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as in things
something material that can be perceived by the senses
I kept tripping over countless little objects scattered about the darkened room
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as in entities
one that has a real and independent existence
trying to determine whether communication with the dead is an object for study, a hoax, or a figment of the imagination
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as in purposes
something that one hopes or intends to accomplish
the object of this course is to teach you algebra
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as in protests
to present an opposing opinion or argument
they objected to the conductor's insistence that their train tickets were not valid
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Recent Examples of objects
Matthew Rodriguez, CBS News, 19 June 2026
Stay away from water, wet items, and metal objects.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 19 June 2026
This enables robots to identify objects, track movement, plan motions, and manipulate components with a high degree of precision.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 19 June 2026
Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 19 June 2026
He, like the objects, is stuck between here and the hereafter, and is mourning a lost love just as a new one introduces herself.
—Brian Seibert, New Yorker, 19 June 2026
Do not approach water, wet objects, or metal items.
—Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 June 2026
Disinfect objects that have come into contact with floodwater before offering them to children or toddlers.
—Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 19 June 2026
The result feels less like a collection of furniture and objects and more like a record of the people and places dear to the family.
—Kristen Flanagan, Architectural Digest, 12 June 2026
Jill Newman, Robb Report, 18 June 2026
The purpose of any heat shield is to be sure the extreme temperatures that objects hitting Earth’s atmosphere experience don’t harm the crew or cargo inside the vehicle.
—Margaret Landis, The Conversation, 18 June 2026
Quarantine orders, which can be enforced with fines and prison time, are a rare legal step that can be taken if someone objects to a public health request.
—ABC News, 16 June 2026
Tracking objects periodically to predict orbits is no longer enough.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 15 June 2026
Keeping circularity at the center, the exhibition was also created in partnership with resale site Le Bon Coin, so that objects such as a clawfoot bathtub used for the installation will be resold.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 12 June 2026
For years, the top theory was that water came to our planet via comets — objects made of frozen matter that orbit the sun, often decorated with sparkling tails.
—Quanta Magazine, 12 June 2026
Shoemaker, who met me one time and knows nothing about my good character, objects to my career.
—Clarke Ahlers, Baltimore Sun, 10 June 2026
Precious historic buildings and objects gone.
—Julie Orringer, Travel + Leisure, 9 June 2026
Noun
Officers believe the suspect started throwing objects out of the passenger-side window during the pursuit.
—Matthew Rodriguez, CBS News, 19 June 2026
Stay away from water, wet items, and metal objects.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 19 June 2026
This enables robots to identify objects, track movement, plan motions, and manipulate components with a high degree of precision.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 19 June 2026
Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 19 June 2026
He, like the objects, is stuck between here and the hereafter, and is mourning a lost love just as a new one introduces herself.
—Brian Seibert, New Yorker, 19 June 2026
Do not approach water, wet objects, or metal items.
—Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 June 2026
Disinfect objects that have come into contact with floodwater before offering them to children or toddlers.
—Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 19 June 2026
The result feels less like a collection of furniture and objects and more like a record of the people and places dear to the family.
—Kristen Flanagan, Architectural Digest, 12 June 2026
Verb
The Lotus bangles exemplify that thinking—open, architectural lines invite light to pass through the forms, casting reflections and subtle tonal variations as the wrist moves—objects made to engage naturally with the body.
—Jill Newman, Robb Report, 18 June 2026
The purpose of any heat shield is to be sure the extreme temperatures that objects hitting Earth’s atmosphere experience don’t harm the crew or cargo inside the vehicle.
—Margaret Landis, The Conversation, 18 June 2026
Quarantine orders, which can be enforced with fines and prison time, are a rare legal step that can be taken if someone objects to a public health request.
—ABC News, 16 June 2026
Tracking objects periodically to predict orbits is no longer enough.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 15 June 2026
Keeping circularity at the center, the exhibition was also created in partnership with resale site Le Bon Coin, so that objects such as a clawfoot bathtub used for the installation will be resold.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 12 June 2026
For years, the top theory was that water came to our planet via comets — objects made of frozen matter that orbit the sun, often decorated with sparkling tails.
—Quanta Magazine, 12 June 2026
Shoemaker, who met me one time and knows nothing about my good character, objects to my career.
—Clarke Ahlers, Baltimore Sun, 10 June 2026
Precious historic buildings and objects gone.
—Julie Orringer, Travel + Leisure, 9 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for objects
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And as things like broadcast quality and stadium design become more and more homogenised, making every tournament look more and more similar, kit design is more and more important to their visual identity.—
Nick Miller,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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Some things — Shar Peis, linen pants, prunes — are just supposed to have wrinkles.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
17 June 2026
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One of the entities that helped turn an idea into those accounts was a partnership called the Emergency Savings Initiative (ESI), between asset manager BlackRock and Commonwealth, a national nonprofit focused on financial security.—
Andrea Riquier,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
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Generally, dark energy and dark matter are regarded as separate entities, their elusiveness their primary link.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
22 June 2026
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Sheriff's officials said a detailed investigation determined three employees used the system for non-law enforcement purposes, violating both agency policy and Georgia law.—
Zachary Bynum,
CBS News,
23 June 2026
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While the singer-songwriter has been vocal about her disdain for generative AI models, her latest argument against it comes after learning hundreds of her own songs have been used for training purposes.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
22 June 2026
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Protest Passion Project The Climb was first unveiled by Beta Cinema at the European Film Market in February 2022, with Delevingne (Carnival Row) attached as a daredevil climber who protests against oil drilling in the Arctic by ascending The Shard.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
3 June 2026
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Investigators ask for patience after video sparks protests The police department provided the findings of the investigation to the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation for an independent review of any criminal violations, Fraser said.—
Zoe Sottile,
CNN Money,
31 May 2026
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Secure loose outdoor items and adjust plans as necessary so you're not caught outside.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
18 June 2026
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Releasing simultaneously with the sneakers will be an 18-piece apparel collection including the first Standard Issue women’s products and items using the new Aerofit technology that debuted on Nike’s World Cup kits.—
Ian Servantes,
Footwear News,
17 June 2026
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Last year, the Los Angeles County Public Health Department linked the deaths of six county residents to the use of 7-OH mixed with other substances.—
Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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Berry said the body recognizes those substances as foreign and creates antibodies that attach to fentanyl molecules, potentially preventing users from experiencing a euphoric high and reducing the risk of a fatal overdose.—
Gino Vicci,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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One hundred and twenty-six supporters lost their lives after police fired tear gas into the terraces following two late goals from Hearts of Oak in a game against Asante Kotoko.—
Simon Hughes,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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Messi’s two goals came 20 years after his first World Cup goal in his debut on June 16, 2006, at age 18.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
17 June 2026
Verb
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But today nobody complains about the cost of his castles.—
Tribune News Service,
Baltimore Sun,
8 June 2026
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Never says a word, never complains about it, right?—
Anderson Cooper,
CBS News,
17 May 2026
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“Objects.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/objects. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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