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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
Many scenes involved a combination of practical stunts and effects that were added in post-production, which meant that intense preparation and frequent communication were non-negotiable necessities.
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Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 7 June 2026
There was already a large police presence at the scene, including off-duty officers working for the festival, and some officers heard the shots.
—N'dea Yancey-Bragg, USA Today, 7 June 2026
Investigators at the scene spoke to United’s customer service, which found a reservation for Oriyomi, court documents say.
—Sneha Dhandapani, CNN Money, 7 June 2026
The front seat passenger was ejected from the SUV and died on the scene, according to the KCPD.
—Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 7 June 2026
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Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 7 June 2026
There was already a large police presence at the scene, including off-duty officers working for the festival, and some officers heard the shots.
—N'dea Yancey-Bragg, USA Today, 7 June 2026
Investigators at the scene spoke to United’s customer service, which found a reservation for Oriyomi, court documents say.
—Sneha Dhandapani, CNN Money, 7 June 2026
The front seat passenger was ejected from the SUV and died on the scene, according to the KCPD.
—Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 7 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for scene
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The four council members’ proposal would also add $750,000 to restore a program that helps small businesses, $900,000 to help council offices fund community events and $200,000 to restore a position devoted to promoting San Diego as a setting for movies and TV.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2026
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Asia’s Most photogenic Markets for Travelers Asian craft markets often double as cultural events, drawing artisans, ethnic minority groups and travelers to settings that range from ancient temples to remote mountain villages.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
29 May 2026
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The larger and more immediate risk came from the possible explosion.—
Jason Henry,
Oc Register,
30 May 2026
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The chemical behind the explosion — ammonium nitrate — is not regulated under RMP.—
Evan Bush,
NBC news,
30 May 2026
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While medical providers have generally relied on fees from commercial health insurance companies to cover losses from patients who can’t pay, or whose government coverage doesn’t cover costs, the current situation is eroding that payment source.—
Paul Sisson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 June 2026
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The Federal Aviation Administration doesn’t track exactly how often these stowaway situations occur.—
Sneha Dhandapani,
CNN Money,
7 June 2026
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The long days of summer feel designed for leisurely train travel, journeys that unfold at an unhurried pace and encourage travelers to settle in and enjoy the passing scenery.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
4 June 2026
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For travelers who want maximum visual payoff over a shorter window, Laugavegur delivers more changing scenery per kilometer than almost any other route on this list.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
4 June 2026
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Bains, backed by Democratic Party leaders and major labor organizations, ran as a more moderate Democrat with a healthcare background who occasionally broke with her party on Assembly votes.—
Mathew Miranda
June 9,
Sacbee.com,
10 June 2026
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When someone of Perkins’ caliber is cast in a recurring role, they won’t be expected to just linger in the background.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
9 June 2026
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Rhodes celebrated with the crowd at the Inalpi Arena in Turin, while Gunther walked back up the entrance ramp in a huff.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
31 May 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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Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content.—
Tim Stelloh,
NBC news,
30 May 2026
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This two-story house has three bedrooms and four bathrooms.—
Bay Area Home Report,
Mercury News,
30 May 2026
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Antique furnishings and high ceilings give it a stately feel, with plenty of decor ideas to bookmark—starting with the lace canopy curtains in the bedroom.—
Elly Leavitt,
Vogue,
9 June 2026
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Walk into a luxury hotel lobby and the smell hits before the décor does.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Sacbee.com,
8 June 2026
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“Scene.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scene. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.
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