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as in newspaper
a publication that appears at regular intervals
we get the paper every morning
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as in article
a short piece of writing done as a school exercise
write a paper about your favorite author
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as in essay
a short piece of writing typically expressing a point of view
the papers written by the Founding Fathers urging adoption of the federal constitution
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as in titular
being something in name or form only
there's a paper boycott of that company's products that nobody seems to be honoring
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Recent Examples of paper
Riley Jones, Footwear News, 14 May 2025
To try this at home: Line a sheet pan with parchment paper and spritz it with oil or nonstick cooking spray.
—Karla Walsh, CNN Money, 14 May 2025
Shirley MacFarland, cleveland, 26 Aug. 2022
Some theater owners have told customers that certain sizes are available only in those non-paper options.
—Erich Schwartzel, WSJ, 31 May 2022
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Noun
On paper, Igloo Air Jordans may sound like a sneaker best suited for winter, but instead, Nike Inc.’s Jordan Brand has given a classic model a new look that is sure to be a street staple come summertime.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 14 May 2025
To try this at home: Line a sheet pan with parchment paper and spritz it with oil or nonstick cooking spray.
—Karla Walsh, CNN Money, 14 May 2025
Adjective
Staples, clips and other non-paper materials must be removed.
—Shirley MacFarland, cleveland, 26 Aug. 2022
Some theater owners have told customers that certain sizes are available only in those non-paper options.
—Erich Schwartzel, WSJ, 31 May 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for paper
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Reductions had started at Health and Human Services, Housing and Urban Development, Labor, AmeriCorps and the Small Business Administration, according to court documents.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
19 May 2025
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Court documents filed in March 2025 revealed prosecutors intend to include a college assignment written by Kohberger as evidence.—
Corin Cesaric,
People.com,
18 May 2025
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According to The Guardian newspaper, QUB estimates that building the branch campus will cost £5 million to £7 million, or approximately $6.25 million to $8.75 million.—
Anna Esaki-Smith,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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The National Business Daily, a Chinese state-run newspaper, said the listing would provide a necessary capital boost for CATL’s international expansion as it has been constrained by limited foreign currency reserves and rising geopolitical risks.—
John Liu,
CNN Money,
20 May 2025
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This article has been updated with additional information.—
Anna Commander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 May 2025
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Listen to this article Northwest Indiana’s three casinos saw decreases in gaming revenue year over year in March and April, according to the Indiana Gaming Commission’s monthly gaming reports.—
Alexandra Kukulka,
Chicago Tribune,
21 May 2025
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Every element, including essays, recommendation letters and extracurriculars, should reinforce the student’s identity and direction and be presented in an authentic, personal voice.—
Heather Wishart-Smith,
Forbes.com,
21 May 2025
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This essay is adapted from Jonathan Zittrain’s forthcoming book on humanity simultaneously gaining power and losing control.—
Jonathan L. Zittrain,
The Atlantic,
21 May 2025
Adjective
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De Armas also spoke highly of costar Keanu Reeves, who stars as the titular John Wick in the action franchise.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
15 May 2025
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But as our titular hero flies off to hear the crucial piece of information that will ultimately bring peace to that collection of stars far, far away, there’s the stabbing knowledge in the back of our minds that he, K-2SO, and so many others are doomed.—
Josh Weiss,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
Noun
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The silver coins — called denarii — were introduced in Rome in 211 B.C. and were the dominant form of currency for about 500 years, per the Art Institute of Chicago.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
18 May 2025
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The ocean’s depths harbor some of the strangest and most beautiful life forms on the planet.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2025
Noun
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Walnuts may lower your risk of colon cancer and reduce overall inflammation in the body, according to a study recently published in the journal Cancer Prevention Research.—
Amy McGorry,
FOXNews.com,
19 May 2025
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The simulation is described in a study published May 13 in the journal Nature Astronomy.—
Victoria Corless,
Space.com,
19 May 2025
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Hockney participated in the composition of each sequence and the layout of each space.—
Melinda Sheckells,
HollywoodReporter,
16 May 2025
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The Actual Portfolio: This refers to the current composition of the investment holdings.—
Paul Westall,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
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“Paper.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/paper. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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