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Recent Examples of radius
Ladis and Jess first met in 2019 after extending their search radius on a dating app.
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Erin Clack, PEOPLE, 31 Dec. 2025
The remarkable discoveries of 2025 went even deeper — into Earth’s innermost layer, which is a hot, solid ball of metal, with a radius of about 759 miles (1,221 kilometers), surrounded by a liquid metal outer core.
—Katie Hunt, CNN Money, 29 Dec. 2025
It was centered on a 5-nautical-mile radius of the sinking site, where rescuers found the boat debris, Rahman said.
—CBS News, 27 Dec. 2025
However, there’s no need to wait for warmer weather to enjoy the outdoors; the Tiki Patio Fire Pit boasts up to a four-foot radius of warmth, perfect for cozying up under the stars.
—Gabriela Izquierdo, Southern Living, 26 Dec. 2025
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Erin Clack, PEOPLE, 31 Dec. 2025
The remarkable discoveries of 2025 went even deeper — into Earth’s innermost layer, which is a hot, solid ball of metal, with a radius of about 759 miles (1,221 kilometers), surrounded by a liquid metal outer core.
—Katie Hunt, CNN Money, 29 Dec. 2025
It was centered on a 5-nautical-mile radius of the sinking site, where rescuers found the boat debris, Rahman said.
—CBS News, 27 Dec. 2025
However, there’s no need to wait for warmer weather to enjoy the outdoors; the Tiki Patio Fire Pit boasts up to a four-foot radius of warmth, perfect for cozying up under the stars.
—Gabriela Izquierdo, Southern Living, 26 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for radius
diameter
Noun
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Mice can fit through 1/4-inch diameter holes and often enter homes in search of food and shelter.—
Lauren Landers,
The Spruce,
7 Jan. 2026
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Participating anglers must bring their own bright red flags, (1 foot in diameter or larger) to hang on fishing shanties, according to the DNR.—
Tanya Wildt,
Freep.com,
5 Jan. 2026
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“Radius.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/radius. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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