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Recent Examples of pyramid
Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 14 Mar. 2026
The prosecutors described a pyramid of murder and impunity with Duterte at the apex, police and civilian officials in the middle, and low-level policemen, police assets, and hit men at the bottom.
—Sheila Coronel, The Atlantic, 13 Mar. 2026
Other international traditions, including tribal African art, Mesoamerican pyramid temples, and the pediments of ancient Greek temple design also influenced the look of Art Deco.
—Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 10 Mar. 2026
The Leafs are likely always going to enjoy their standing at the top of the Toronto sports pyramid.
—Joshua Kloke, New York Times, 8 Mar. 2026
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Noun
As the reviews start coming in that night, this pyramid of praise leading to the New York Times review, Hart is brave about it.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 14 Mar. 2026
The prosecutors described a pyramid of murder and impunity with Duterte at the apex, police and civilian officials in the middle, and low-level policemen, police assets, and hit men at the bottom.
—Sheila Coronel, The Atlantic, 13 Mar. 2026
Other international traditions, including tribal African art, Mesoamerican pyramid temples, and the pediments of ancient Greek temple design also influenced the look of Art Deco.
—Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 10 Mar. 2026
The Leafs are likely always going to enjoy their standing at the top of the Toronto sports pyramid.
—Joshua Kloke, New York Times, 8 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pyramid
Noun
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But a swath of traffic cones and an unfinished project have lingered, and sidewalks, a layer of asphalt and road striping still need to be finished.—
Nathan Pilling,
Kansas City Star,
6 Apr. 2026
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The lack of precipitation has allowed chaparral to turn much drier, including along the coast, where the marine layer has often been very weak in recent weeks.—
Gary Robbins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Apr. 2026
Verb
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All these factors stack the deck in the issuer’s favor.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
2 Apr. 2026
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Despite the odds being stacked against him, Colby says he's had more fun this time than in previous seasons.—
Stephanie Petit,
PEOPLE,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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New Era, a 200-bed facility, has had recurring outbreaks of Legionella, the bacteria that grow within water and air conditioning systems and can cause Legionnaires’ Disease, records show.—
Carol Marbin Miller,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2026
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The sight of a heated and jet-equipped hydrotherapy pool greets you at check in, and is flanked by relaxation day beds, a sauna, and a steam room.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Kitchen staff pile the plates high with big portions, ensuring leftovers to take home.—
Joe Marusak
April 1,
Charlotte Observer,
1 Apr. 2026
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Mugs on your bedside table, random forks on the kitchen table—gather them all and pile them in there.—
Jenna Ryu,
SELF,
1 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Wilderness Trail takes their time with everything, from using sweet mash (instead of the usual sour mash) to aging their whiskey in lower warehouse ricks for better flavor development.—
Emily Price,
Forbes.com,
9 June 2025
Verb
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Set out salad plates, mounding each with the salad (or serve on a large platter).—
Nancy Vienneau,
Southern Living,
11 Mar. 2026
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Waldron back to mound Matt Waldron pitched in the bullpen Thursday, his first time on the mound in nearly two weeks.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
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If applying for a Real ID, gather documents that prove your identity or residency, such as a passport, birth certificate, utility bills and bank statements.—
Alexiah Syrai Olsen,
Sacbee.com,
7 Apr. 2026
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The grant builds on the bank’s ongoing community engagement in the city that houses its largest workforce, Wells Fargo said.—
Chase Jordan
April 7,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Apr. 2026
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“Pyramid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pyramid. Accessed 8 Apr. 2026.
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