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as in area
a region of activity, knowledge, or influence
medieval history is really Professor Clinton's realm, so I'll let her answer your question
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as in scope
an area over which activity, capacity, or influence extends
a medical breakthrough that is within the realm of possibility
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Recent Examples of realm
The roughly $850-million project covers the political and personal realms of the nation’s first Black president.
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Sophia Tareen, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2026
As chips become smaller, computations move from the realm of classical physics to that of quantum physics.
—Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 3 June 2026
Galitzine stars as Adam, a prince of the realm of Eternia, where pretty much everybody looks jacked.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 2 June 2026
Also in the realm of reality is a docuseries on Michael Jackson's 2005 child molestation trial which famously ended with his acquittal.
—Madeleine Janz, PEOPLE, 2 June 2026
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Sophia Tareen, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2026
As chips become smaller, computations move from the realm of classical physics to that of quantum physics.
—Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 3 June 2026
Galitzine stars as Adam, a prince of the realm of Eternia, where pretty much everybody looks jacked.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 2 June 2026
Also in the realm of reality is a docuseries on Michael Jackson's 2005 child molestation trial which famously ended with his acquittal.
—Madeleine Janz, PEOPLE, 2 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for realm
Noun
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The vote comes as communities around the country debate how to handle increasingly large data centers creeping into populated areas.—
Mary Ramsey
Updated June 8,
Charlotte Observer,
9 June 2026
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Homeowners are also encouraged to seal openings and potential nesting areas around their properties.—
Joan Murray,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
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This will cost $15 million to $22 million, depending on the full scope of expansion.—
Allen Best,
Denver Post,
14 June 2026
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Others have expressed concern over patient privacy, as well as the need for human judgment that takes into account the scope of a patient’s health history, rather than a single dataset.—
Teresa Mull,
FOXNews.com,
13 June 2026
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The successful test not only demonstrates the maturity of the MICA NG program but also highlights France’s commitment to maintaining technological superiority in the rapidly evolving domain of aerial warfare.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
7 June 2026
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The theater is Mother’s domain!—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
7 June 2026
Noun
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Apple Watches can already monitor blood pressure to an extent with hypertension notifications, but this process happens entirely in the background.—
Kimberly Gedeon,
PC Magazine,
8 June 2026
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Officials said the review will examine whether, and to what extent the districts notified the parents of their right to opt their children out of such instruction.—
Tim Fang,
CBS News,
8 June 2026
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This exposure has helped forge a distinct cultural identity that prioritizes the integration of human infrastructure with elements of the wilderness.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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The event also featured traditional performance elements, including a vibrant dancer, as city officials and community members marked the beginning of the project.—
Maddie White,
CBS News,
10 June 2026
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From the beach’s crystal clear waters to its lush mountains, the Dominican Republic features a range of options that go beyond the sun and sand.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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Well, tonight, Harper is 3-for-3 from 3-point range in the first half and has scored 15 points.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
11 June 2026
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At every World Cup game, children between the ages of 6 and 10 will escort players onto the field before kickoff.—
Chelsea Torres,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
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In 2013, off-the-field issues began to affect his on-field availability.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 June 2026
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The department would eventually sue the medical school if such a resolution is not found.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
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The Board of Supervisors voted 4-1 to put the measure on the ballot, with an allocation plan that will move revenue primarily to nonprofit health care providers and county health departments and hospitals, but also to Planned Parenthood and city health care departments in Pasadena and Long Beach.—
Steve Scauzillo,
Daily News,
10 June 2026
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“Realm.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/realm. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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