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as in look
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
Noem previously said that ICE will have a heavy presence at the Super Bowl.
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Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 6 Oct. 2025
Helping Ben Stiller go on this journey are Taylor, their daughter Ella and their son Quin, who all handle their presence in the camera in different ways.
—Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 6 Oct. 2025
Receiver Xavier Worthy returned from injury and added a dimension and created a ripple effect with his presence.
—Kansas City Star, 6 Oct. 2025
CeraVe will have a presence at marquee moments like the Emirates NBA Cup, All-Star Weekend, and NBA Summer League.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 6 Oct. 2025
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Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 6 Oct. 2025
Helping Ben Stiller go on this journey are Taylor, their daughter Ella and their son Quin, who all handle their presence in the camera in different ways.
—Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 6 Oct. 2025
Receiver Xavier Worthy returned from injury and added a dimension and created a ripple effect with his presence.
—Kansas City Star, 6 Oct. 2025
CeraVe will have a presence at marquee moments like the Emirates NBA Cup, All-Star Weekend, and NBA Summer League.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 6 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for presence
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If the site was to be pursued for a data center, the location’s proximity to fresh water is also ideal — data centers need cooling methods to prevent overheating, and Lake Michigan is a good source if used responsibly, Wilson said.—
Miranda Dunlap,
jsonline.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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However, Sleepy Hollow also makes a great weekend getaway any time of year, especially considering its proximity to New York City.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Oct. 2025
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Here's your daily look at traffic on major highways in the Kansas City area.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
8 Oct. 2025
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Chic Classic Collection Stretch Pull-On Pant For moms who love a straight-leg look, these stretchy legging jeans are perfect for work, events, and beyond.—
Laura Lu,
Parents,
8 Oct. 2025
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So when substitute Norberto Alonso popped up for the winner in the opening 2-1 victory over Hungary, there was the somewhat egregious sight of him celebrating over on the far side with the No 1 on his back.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
5 Oct. 2025
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Their production, and the Florida offense as a whole, was a welcome sight for a defense that has been suffocating opponents for weeks.—
Noah White,
Miami Herald,
5 Oct. 2025
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What To Know Xavier Donaldson, defense attorney for Combs, addressed reports that his client had booked speaking appearances in Miami for next week, seemingly in anticipation of a light sentence.—
Peter Aitken,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Oct. 2025
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Since the sausages began racing, the Brewers have only made it to the postseason eight times and their only World Series appearance came much earlier, in 1982.—
Don Riddell,
CNN Money,
3 Oct. 2025
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So, while firing a worker solely for a statement or a belief may be shortsighted, companies can and will take action when employee behavior erodes trust, respect, or collaboration.—
Johnny C. Taylor Jr,
USA Today,
7 Oct. 2025
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When several residents received such offers, rumors about the company’s intentions quickly swirled.—
Miranda Dunlap,
jsonline.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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Our attitude influences others.—
Jonathan Carone,
Parents,
4 Oct. 2025
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Therefore, his win-now, impress-now attitude probably should come as no surprise.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
3 Oct. 2025
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Put a quick stop to any slobbering and jumping on people, which can ruin their clothes as well as their otherwise pleasant demeanor.—
Libby Monteith Minor,
Southern Living,
4 Oct. 2025
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Big horse, calm demeanor On Friday and Saturday nights, people might just bump into Ross on Lower Broadway.—
Craig Shoup,
Nashville Tennessean,
3 Oct. 2025
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But while Barcelona’s 4-1 battering at the hands of Sevilla on Sunday — their heaviest loss in La Liga for over 10 years — will go down as a major shock, the manner of their defeat will be of little surprise to those who have endured the full thrill of Hansi Flick’s reign.—
Thom Harris,
New York Times,
8 Oct. 2025
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There is no record of how William’s wife greeted the news of the instant stepson with the polished manners, who impressed even his hard-driving grandfather.—
Stacy Schiff,
The Atlantic,
8 Oct. 2025
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“Presence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/presence. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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