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as in setting
the place and time in which the action for a portion of a dramatic work (as a movie) is set
the first scene was the kitchen of a fancy restaurant during dinner
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as in explosion
an outburst or display of excited anger
please don't make a scene while we're at the restaurant
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as in scenery
the array of painted backgrounds and furnishings used to establish the setting in a stage production
helped build and paint scenes for the school play
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Recent Examples of scene
The scene Sunday evening was quiet in the typically bustling entertainment district amid downtown Austin’s hills and vintage homes, including that of the governor, whose residence is just blocks away.
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Jack Myer, Los Angeles Times, 1 Mar. 2026
Yasmin’s remaining scenes play out like a horror movie.
—Inkoo Kang, New Yorker, 1 Mar. 2026
Upon arrival, officers found a man who was later pronounced dead at the scene.
—Austin Turner, CBS News, 1 Mar. 2026
Officers then came to the scene and fatally shot the suspect.
—Joseph Wilkinson, New York Daily News, 1 Mar. 2026
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Jack Myer, Los Angeles Times, 1 Mar. 2026
Yasmin’s remaining scenes play out like a horror movie.
—Inkoo Kang, New Yorker, 1 Mar. 2026
Upon arrival, officers found a man who was later pronounced dead at the scene.
—Austin Turner, CBS News, 1 Mar. 2026
Officers then came to the scene and fatally shot the suspect.
—Joseph Wilkinson, New York Daily News, 1 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for scene
Noun
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Go ahead and speak up in a group setting, propose plans that excite you, or introduce yourself to someone fascinating.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
6 Mar. 2026
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In the lab setting, various atmospheric variables can be precisely manipulated to closely understand the phenomenon.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Mar. 2026
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Others reported explosions around the Iranian city of Kermanshah in an area that is home to multiple missile bases.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
6 Mar. 2026
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Amid the explosions, internet blackouts, and continued uncertainty, some Iranians are seeking a way out.—
Kara Fox,
CNN Money,
6 Mar. 2026
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According to a source familiar with the situation, the Pentagon used AI services from Anthropic, including its Claude tools, during the attack on Iran.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
2 Mar. 2026
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The one thing that is undetermined that could free up even more cap space is the situation surrounding defensive tackle Kenny Clark.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Tobin pointed out a player at that range who was limited in crowded position groups on their team (Hendrickson), under-appreciated change-of-scenery candidates (Hilton, Awuzie, Bell, Karras, Cappa) or a willing splash at the top of the positional market (Reader).—
Paul Dehner Jr,
New York Times,
5 Mar. 2026
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That certainly doesn’t appear to be the case here, given the detail of the scenery within FH6’s rendition of Tokyo, and how the Metropolitan Expressway has been faithfully woven into its fabric.—
Adam Ismail,
The Drive,
5 Mar. 2026
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While the eruption of two major features in the Norris Geyser Basin raised concerns among locals, USGS experts reassured that Yellowstone’s overall activity remains at a normal, background level.—
Munis Raza,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Mar. 2026
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The bill expanded background checks for gun purchasers under the age of 21 and also provided federal money for state red flag laws.—
Lauren Green,
The Washington Examiner,
3 Mar. 2026
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Among agonized grunts and huffs, Probst narrated the fumbles.—
Sarah Grant,
New Yorker,
2 Feb. 2026
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David walks out of the kitchen and Moira huffs and takes his spot over the pot.—
Sabrina Weiss,
PEOPLE,
31 Jan. 2026
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Like mentioned previously, the staff felt incredibly in touch with the guests of the 50-story hotel, creating a personalized experience that is a feat for the size of the hotel.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Mar. 2026
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The full text for this story was provided via a press release from Cincinnati Shakespeare Company.—
Cincinnati Enquirer,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
7 Mar. 2026
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Inside, the decor looks tasteful and contemporary.—
Adam Williams
March 01,
New Atlas,
1 Mar. 2026
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Wayfair’s Epic Spring Sale includes outdoor furniture and patio decor deals up to 83 percent off.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
1 Mar. 2026
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“Scene.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scene. Accessed 7 Mar. 2026.
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