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as in scope
an area over which activity, capacity, or influence extends
didn't know she had such a wide range of knowledge until I talked to her
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as in spectrum
the distance or extent between possible extremes
an actor who can go through the full range of emotion, from joy to sorrow, in mere minutes
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as in stroll
a relaxed journey on foot for exercise or pleasure
they were stopped by security personnel while taking an innocent range through the palace grounds
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as in stove
an appliance that prepares food for consumption by heating it
the high-end appliances include a professional-quality gas range
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as in habitat
the place where a plant or animal is usually or naturally found
the American robin's winter range has steadily extended farther and farther north
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as in to classify
to arrange or assign according to type
the campers were ranged in patrols, each patrol consisting of girls in a certain age group
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as in to roam
to move about from place to place aimlessly
she let her dog off the leash and whistled for him every now and then to make sure he didn't range out of hearing
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as in to arrange
to put into a particular arrangement
chairs were ranged round the perimeter of the room
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Recent Examples of range
Rikkilynn Shields Hannigan,
Health,
24 June 2026
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari on Tuesday discussed a range of issues, including regional peace and economic cooperation, according to a statement from the presidency in Islamabad.
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Munir Ahmed,
Fortune,
24 June 2026
Mia Huelsbeck,
PEOPLE,
25 June 2026
Inspired by the bathing rituals of Ancient Rome and Greece, the circuit features thermal pools ranging from bracing cold plunges to toasty caldariums, alongside a salt exfoliation area, hot tub, and steam room.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 June 2026
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Complete 5 slow head circles clockwise and 5 counterclockwise, moving only within a comfortable range.
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Rikkilynn Shields Hannigan,
Health,
24 June 2026
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari on Tuesday discussed a range of issues, including regional peace and economic cooperation, according to a statement from the presidency in Islamabad.
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Munir Ahmed,
Fortune,
24 June 2026
Verb
These picks start at $11 and range from a one-piece swimsuit that snatches your waist to an everyday pair of wide-leg jeans and this summer-friendly tank top.
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Mia Huelsbeck,
PEOPLE,
25 June 2026
Inspired by the bathing rituals of Ancient Rome and Greece, the circuit features thermal pools ranging from bracing cold plunges to toasty caldariums, alongside a salt exfoliation area, hot tub, and steam room.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for range
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Ranchers have long used fire to manage land and renew pasture.
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Every morning, hundreds of sheep arrive for milking in the village from the high pastures of Mount Nemrut, Turkey.
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Parias' case showcases the nexus of the issues — and the narrow scope of oversight and resources within the judicial and agency level for someone injured by the federal agency that is also detaining them.
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His LinkedIn profile currently lists his most recent title as vice president of booster engineering—a refinement that narrows his scope to Starship’s first-stage Super Heavy booster, the most complex and powerful rocket booster ever constructed.
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Families may also appreciate that the kids’ club has trained autism-spectrum counselors.
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By Friday afternoon, solidarity for Meloni had poured in from across the government and political spectrum, and included a call from President Sergio Mattarella, Italy’s respected head of state.
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This linen-blend striped shirt might inspire you to take a stroll by the Seine.
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Even a slower stroll—just 2 mph—can improve all of the health markers above, the study found.
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While wind conditions around Big Bear Lake weren't necessarily high on Friday afternoon, there were reports of strong gusts in the Lucerne Valley, where there's a main SCE line that feeds BVES the majority of its power.
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Made up of sharp angles and straight lines, the quilt and its matching shams have a look that strikes the right balance between classic and contemporary.
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Most candied nut recipes call for a low-and-slow bake in the oven, but this recipe cooks quickly on the stove.
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His older sister had been cooking breakfast and forgot to turn off the stove before leaving for work.
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Jackie and Shadow became internet sensations thanks to the live webcams maintained in their nest by nonprofit organization Friends of Big Bear Valley, which is an outspoken voice for conserving eagle habitat.
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Fleenor said rapid development is creating the ideal habitat for the roaches to thrive.
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Companies need to have an airtight hold on their own sourcing data—an understanding not only of where the materials and inputs are coming from, but how to substantiate their claims and classify customs entries with precision.
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Gambling disorder is now classified in the same section in the DSM as substance abuse disorders because of the similarities in clinical presentation and treatment.
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“Range.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/range. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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