as in comprehensive
covering everything or all important points
the president's state of the union speech is usually an omnibus look at the issues that the country is confronting
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as in bus
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as in anthology
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Recent Examples of omnibus
Imani Cruzen, Twin Cities, 16 May 2025
In June, the European Commission will present a new defense omnibus package that lays out plans to further integrate defense equipment markets.
—Arancha González Laya, Foreign Affairs, 12 May 2025
Ray Long, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2025
Bill author, state Sen. Josh Becker, D-Menlo Park, says the omnibus bill would modernize utility pricing, increase transparency, and improve wildfire mitigation planning.
—Molly Gibbs, Sacbee.com, 6 June 2025
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Adjective
The closure is expected to be completed in two phases upon passage of the public safety omnibus bill at the Legislature.
—Imani Cruzen, Twin Cities, 16 May 2025
In June, the European Commission will present a new defense omnibus package that lays out plans to further integrate defense equipment markets.
—Arancha González Laya, Foreign Affairs, 12 May 2025
Noun
And it was buried in an enormous omnibus bill … at the last possible minute to minimize discussion.
—Ray Long, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2025
Bill author, state Sen. Josh Becker, D-Menlo Park, says the omnibus bill would modernize utility pricing, increase transparency, and improve wildfire mitigation planning.
—Molly Gibbs, Sacbee.com, 6 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for omnibus
Adjective
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What makes Wiz particularly compelling is its ability to integrate with more than 150 tools across the modern cloud stack, enabling organizations to build a comprehensive and dynamic security posture.—
Chris McHenry,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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And hopefully, there’s a way forward on comprehensive immigration reform.—
David Culver,
CNN Money,
6 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Do not follow large vehicles closely - Large vehicles like trucks or buses can create a spray of water that can reduce your visibility.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
16 Aug. 2025
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Research shows that eliminating diesel bus exhaust can improve reading scores by as much as 7%.—
Michele Drucker,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 Aug. 2025
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The actress returned to television in 2017 for the first season of Ryan Murphy's anthology series Feud in the role of Olivia de Havilland.—
Karli Bendlin,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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This anthology series won people over because of its unique approach to detailing the story of love, of depicting romantic comedy as something slower and deeper, as a journey that is far more personal.—
Travis Bean,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Think dramatic cliffs, redwoods, and white-sand beaches, all in the same panoramic view.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Aug. 2025
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Ride the iconic Star Ferry across Victoria Harbour for panoramic views of its soaring skyline, or ascend to Victoria Peak for glorious sunsets.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
Noun
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On Saturday, two people died and 16 were wounded when a Russian drone hit a minibus in the suburbs of the Ukrainian city of Kherson, said regional Gov. Oleksandr Prokudin.—
SAMYA KULLAB,
Arkansas Online,
10 Aug. 2025
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At least two people died and another six were injured after a strike hit a minibus.—
Solcyré Burga,
Time,
9 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The novel will hit bookshelves next winter, and in the meantime, PEOPLE can exclusively reveal its cover.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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In both the novel and the report, Afghan fighters—many of them with day jobs as American security contractors—fire from the rooftops as the Marines penetrate a warren of mud-walled compounds.—
Book Marks
August 7,
Literary Hub,
7 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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If Roberson can bring her full repertoire, a podium finish is likely.—
Caroline Price,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Check out the full program for fall at the Academy Museum, with language provided by the museum, below.—
Samantha Bergeson,
IndieWire,
6 Aug. 2025
Noun
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There are conveniences to not having to get into a car to drive to the valley and sit in traffic.—
Lynette Rice,
Deadline,
7 Aug. 2025
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The people towing the car were known to Kolby, who lost control of his e-bike and was hit by the same vehicle pulling him, according to Carson.—
Skyler Caruso,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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“Omnibus.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/omnibus. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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