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the outward form of someone or something especially as indicative of a quality
the orchestra's musical director has a very stately presence
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Recent Examples of presence
No discussion of important watch-world personalities would be complete without the presence of Günter Blümlein.
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Oren Hartov, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2025
The aim was also to encourage both existing and new overseas investors, since their presence continued to be seen as a boost to Swaziland’s independence.
—The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 15 Aug. 2025
This comes after President Donald Trump's recent move to increase the presence of federal law enforcement in Washington in an effort to cut down on crime in the district, although the mayor has said crime had already been on the decline in the city.
—Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Gill was a beguiling presence, breaking into an in-place trot when singing a lyric about running around on a sunny day.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 3 Aug. 2025
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Oren Hartov, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2025
The aim was also to encourage both existing and new overseas investors, since their presence continued to be seen as a boost to Swaziland’s independence.
—The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 15 Aug. 2025
This comes after President Donald Trump's recent move to increase the presence of federal law enforcement in Washington in an effort to cut down on crime in the district, although the mayor has said crime had already been on the decline in the city.
—Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Gill was a beguiling presence, breaking into an in-place trot when singing a lyric about running around on a sunny day.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 3 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for presence
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The elites of colonial society had to legislate difference in status, distance in proximity, and the alienation of affections between people of European, African and Indigenous ancestry.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Aug. 2025
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All the peace and love in proximity generated a collective energy that was shared by all.—
Angie Martoccio,
Rolling Stone,
6 Aug. 2025
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Sign up for Entertainment Weekly's free daily newsletter to get breaking TV news, exclusive first looks, recaps, reviews, interviews with your favorite stars, and more.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
EW.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Plus, the organic woven look of the bamboo will bring a charming, rustic feel to your kitchen.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Aug. 2025
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Kangaroos lounge lazily on the beach, a surreal sight against the turquoise sea—while snorkelers drift through clear shallows teeming with Australian salmon, blue groper, and queen snapper.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Although the Cowboys have no plans of moving on from the homegrown star, the end of this saga appears to be nowhere in sight.—
Kevin McCormick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Aug. 2025
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Stewart, who was placed on the injured list on Tuesday, made four appearances for the Dodgers, giving up two runs and six hits in 3⅔ innings for a 4.91 ERA.—
Mike Digiovanna,
Oc Register,
14 Aug. 2025
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There were two other appearances last season too, offering fans a glimpse of his talent.—
Matt Woosnam,
New York Times,
13 Aug. 2025
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Sure, the work on NANDA takes place in the context of other protocols like A2A and, famously, MCP, but since those other projects are tied to leading AI companies, why not involve academia in something so central to future interface design?—
John Werner,
Forbes.com,
9 Aug. 2025
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Utility company Ameren confirmed to PEOPLE that a contractor and its subcontractor were repairing and replacing tower lighting and marker balls on transmission lines in Madison County, Ill., when the incident occurred.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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These attitudes, ranging from judgments about individual behaviors to criticism of the chronically poor, are shaping policies that affect millions of people.—
Stephanie Armour,
CNN Money,
5 Aug. 2025
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What Is Generational Financial Trauma Generational financial trauma refers to physical, psychological, and emotional inheritance of attitudes and beliefs that are influenced by financial stress and financial anxiety experienced by previous generations.—
Rahkim Sabree,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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With good baseball instincts, and with enough athletic ability to be a versatile player, Isaac Collins has the ability, the baseball demeanor, and the confidence to continue to contribute to the winning Milwaukee Brewers team culture.—
Bernie Pleskoff,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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That might be the best way to describe the contrast between Naperville North senior defensive tackle Gabriel Hill’s dominance on the football field and his low-key demeanor off it.—
Matt Le Cren,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Aug. 2025
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The additional talent can be acquired in any manner, so the Pacers have a new tool to sign someone, make a trade, or claim someone off of waivers.—
Tony East,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Carey continues in her characteristically reserved manner.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
7 Aug. 2025
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“Presence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/presence. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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