1
as in feeling
an indefinite physical response to a stimulus
a strange sense of discomfort brought on by the room's strong colors
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2
as in intellect
the ability to learn and understand or to deal with problems
although he has little formal education, he is a man of considerable practical sense
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as in prudence
the ability to make intelligent decisions especially in everyday matters
you have the sense to handle anything that comes up
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as in meaning
the idea that is conveyed or intended to be conveyed to the mind by language, symbol, or action
got the general sense of the poem
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as in reasoning
the thought processes that have been established as leading to valid solutions to problems
your argument simply shows no sense
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as in to feel
to have a vague awareness of
the deer seemed to sense danger
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as in to understand
to have a clear idea of
I did not sense the full meaning of his cryptic warning until much later
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Recent Examples of sense
Max Tani, semafor.com, 7 Oct. 2025
The broad and tidy streets — unusual for a Mediterranean town — amplified the sense of tranquillity.
—Miquel Ros, CNN Money, 7 Oct. 2025
Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 4 Oct. 2025
Using infrared heat-sensing and other thermal imaging technology, a drone pilot can easily find a bear — even in a dense forest or other heavy cover.
—Dac Collins, Outdoor Life, 25 Sep. 2025
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Noun
Washington employees will get a better sense of her priorities for the team when Weiss visits the DC bureau on Thursday.
—Max Tani, semafor.com, 7 Oct. 2025
The broad and tidy streets — unusual for a Mediterranean town — amplified the sense of tranquillity.
—Miquel Ros, CNN Money, 7 Oct. 2025
Verb
In third grade, Lafferty sensed something was wrong.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 4 Oct. 2025
Using infrared heat-sensing and other thermal imaging technology, a drone pilot can easily find a bear — even in a dense forest or other heavy cover.
—Dac Collins, Outdoor Life, 25 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sense
Noun
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In fact, there was a feeling that world football lacked not merely great teams, but great players.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
5 Oct. 2025
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Movement also helps reduce feelings of anxiety.—
Carley Millhone,
Health,
4 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Literary parents often equate reading with empathy, intellect, and future success.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 Oct. 2025
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Gemini is a miracle air sign known for its dualistic nature and intellect.—
Lisa Stardust,
Vogue,
2 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Additionally, a boom-and-bust cycle in the early 2000s informs some of the company’s prudence on expansion.—
Zev Fima,
CNBC,
19 Sep. 2025
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Meanwhile, Taiwan’s military should exercise prudence in its rules of engagement and not assume that every close call is intentional.—
JOEL WUTHNOW,
Foreign Affairs,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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After releasing her latest album, Swift reflected on her admiration for Taylor and explained the meaning behind the song named after her.—
Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
4 Oct. 2025
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Along those lines, some Division I athletes might gain recognition as employees within the meaning of the National Labor Relations Act and/or the Fair Labor Standards Act.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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Another issue the Club takes with the Jefferies note is the reasoning behind the downgrade.—
Morgan Chittum,
CNBC,
3 Oct. 2025
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After the parties address Combs’ impending sentence, Judge Subramanian will seal his fate at the end of the hearing and likely explain the reasoning behind his decision.—
Kara Scannell,
CNN Money,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Wentland attended both of Alverno’s information sessions about the sale but left feeling her concerns weren’t addressed.—
Gina Lee Castro,
jsonline.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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There’s not many teams that can put four guys that don’t start into the game [on the offensive line] and feel confident about going and winning a game, especially on the road.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Laughter from the crowd breaks the tension of what could have been understood as metaphor for Netanyahu’s actions.—
Romina Ruiz-Goiriena,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025
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Plenty of Nashvillians can probably understand the Maxwell House coffee brand’s recent marketing move.—
Austin Hornbostel,
Nashville Tennessean,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Driven by Jonny Greenwood’s relentless score, the movie summons not only the images but the psycho-spiritual sensations of a country tearing itself apart.—
Graham Hillard,
The Washington Examiner,
3 Oct. 2025
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Sayer hopes that, in addition to becoming viral TikTok sensations, Neve and Nala will inspire people to foster or adopt a pet in need of a loving home.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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“Sense.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sense. Accessed 11 Oct. 2025.
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