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as in clusters
a number of things considered as a unit
her absurd explanation for the collision was a parcel of lies
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as in properties
a small piece of land that is developed or available for development
subdivided the huge farm into smaller parcels for sale
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as in groups
a usually small number of persons considered as a unit
a parcel of kids trailing at their heels
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Recent Examples of parcels
Developers could also move forward with a project that would create neighborhoods on vacant parcels with more than three units.
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Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 12 Apr. 2026
Even so, looking at the 2024 city operating budget, which was $393 million, industrial parcels produced a net benefit to the budget of more than $16 million, according to the Northspan report, while residential uses lost nearly $38 million through demand for services exceeding tax revenues.
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 9 Apr. 2026
Imperial County supervisors voted to combine several parcels of land to clear the way for construction of a massive data center, which has faced opposition from residents who worry about the complex’s environmental footprint, Kori Suzuki reports for KPBS.
—Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 9 Apr. 2026
Real estate company Walton Global approached Fort Worth zoning commissioners in May 2024 to rezone parcels of their 1,756-acre property along Chisholm Trail Parkway for a data center and higher-density housing than what existing designations allowed.
—Samuel O’Neal 8, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Apr. 2026
The town confirmed the new parcels will add about 30 acres to Idlewild Park.
—Mary Ramsey
april 7, Charlotte Observer, 7 Apr. 2026
Air parcels can vary by temperature and pressure, and these factors can greatly affect relative humidity.
—John P. Rafferty, Encyclopedia Britannica, 7 Apr. 2026
Community members are encouraged to submit ideas for adaptive reuse of the current Dallas City Hall building, as well as redevelopment opportunities on adjacent land, including parcels becoming available after the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center's redevelopment.
—S.e. Jenkins, CBS News, 6 Apr. 2026
Okean’s project is two parcels known as Park West North and Park West South in West Delray.
—Abigail Hasebroock, Sun Sentinel, 5 Apr. 2026
Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 12 Apr. 2026
Even so, looking at the 2024 city operating budget, which was $393 million, industrial parcels produced a net benefit to the budget of more than $16 million, according to the Northspan report, while residential uses lost nearly $38 million through demand for services exceeding tax revenues.
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 9 Apr. 2026
Imperial County supervisors voted to combine several parcels of land to clear the way for construction of a massive data center, which has faced opposition from residents who worry about the complex’s environmental footprint, Kori Suzuki reports for KPBS.
—Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 9 Apr. 2026
Real estate company Walton Global approached Fort Worth zoning commissioners in May 2024 to rezone parcels of their 1,756-acre property along Chisholm Trail Parkway for a data center and higher-density housing than what existing designations allowed.
—Samuel O’Neal 8, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Apr. 2026
The town confirmed the new parcels will add about 30 acres to Idlewild Park.
—Mary Ramsey
april 7, Charlotte Observer, 7 Apr. 2026
Air parcels can vary by temperature and pressure, and these factors can greatly affect relative humidity.
—John P. Rafferty, Encyclopedia Britannica, 7 Apr. 2026
Community members are encouraged to submit ideas for adaptive reuse of the current Dallas City Hall building, as well as redevelopment opportunities on adjacent land, including parcels becoming available after the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center's redevelopment.
—S.e. Jenkins, CBS News, 6 Apr. 2026
Okean’s project is two parcels known as Park West North and Park West South in West Delray.
—Abigail Hasebroock, Sun Sentinel, 5 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for parcels
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Hummingbirds need open space when hunting for insects, so plants should be in clusters with hover space in between, allowing the birds good visibility and clear space to dart after a meal on the wing.—
Ernie Cowan,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Apr. 2026
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First, look for clusters of light green eggs, often laid in a triangle shape like billiard balls, on the undersides of leaves, and crush them.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
10 Apr. 2026
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Most notably, Point Loma Heights and Azure Vista-adjacent Sunset Cliffs and Riviera Villas were large tracts with good-size lots, wide streets, alleys, smooth sidewalks and all utilities.—
Eric DuVall,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Apr. 2026
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During a special board meeting on Tuesday, board members discussed, in closed executive session, multiple paths forward for seven tracts of land that surround the field, which has stood at 1501 University Drive for the last 87 years.—
Samuel O’Neal
April 14,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Apr. 2026
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The City of Brookhaven has approved a major redevelopment project along North Druid Hills Road, paving the way for more than $150 million in private investment aimed at transforming a stretch of aging commercial properties.—
Zachary Bynum,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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The hotel is the brand’s first in the Czech Republic, and the opening is part of W's larger renaissance that has included several new and renovated properties across the globe.—
Travel + Leisure Editors,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Apr. 2026
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The tactics are commonly associated with South American theft groups known for operating across state lines and moving quickly from one community to another.—
Abby Dodge,
CBS News,
18 Apr. 2026
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Organizers said more than 700 volunteers and dozens of community groups are expected to take part, with the meatballs to be served at shelters.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
18 Apr. 2026
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The network also launched a subscription offering that bundles together its free news offerings with some exclusive content.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
15 Apr. 2026
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Travelers can avoid these fees by purchasing fare bundles, getting an airline credit card, or achieving elite frequent flyer status.—
Zach Wichter,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
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Handcrafted in small batches, these blends are designed to take the guesswork out of cooking.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2026
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Wednesday Season 2 debuted in 2025, split into two batches.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
9 Apr. 2026
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These courses prepare senior servicepeople for positions of responsibility in the national-defense arena and also provide them with the opportunity to collaborate with their civilian counterparts, many of whom will go on to be leaders in a multitude of strategically important fields.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
13 Apr. 2026
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The lake has been shrinking for decades as farmers divert melting snow and rain onto fields to grow crops, including alfalfa for cattle.—
Trevor Hughes,
USA Today,
12 Apr. 2026
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Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood said that new legislation would be introduced to address violent plots that aren’t considered terrorism.—
Brian Melley,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Apr. 2026
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Even basic additions that followed, such as mushrooms and sweet peppers, sprang from secret plots.—
Danielle Paquette The Washington Post,
Arkansas Online,
12 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Parcels.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/parcels. Accessed 18 Apr. 2026.
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