1
as in spirits
an immaterial force within a human being thought to give the body life, energy, and power
many religions teach that the soul is immortal
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as in people
a member of the human race
I promise I won't tell another soul
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as in essences
the quality or qualities that make a thing what it is
a kind act that was the very soul of charity
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as in hearts
the seat of one's deepest thoughts and emotions
knew in her soul that it was true
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Recent Examples of souls
But tens of thousands of films are made each year, and quite a few of them break the rules, defy conventional narrative expectations and smack us deep in our souls.
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Peter Debruge, Variety, 8 Feb. 2026
The world must stand with the people of Iran before more of our bravest souls are lost.
—Benjamin Weinthal, FOXNews.com, 7 Feb. 2026
On his mother’s side, a line of troubled souls and eccentrics.
—Maya Singer, Vogue, 1 Feb. 2026
Michael’s ability to inhabit two distinct souls with such power and nuance is nothing short of extraordinary.
—Jack Smart, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026
From tragic love stories to heartbreaking dramas, these are the films that touch our souls.
—Kevin Jacobsen, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Jan. 2026
We are mostly meant to feel the movie, to allow our souls to be prodded and hugged tightly by this benevolent picture’s generous assessment of the most dangerous animal to ever exist on the planet.
—Richard Lawson, HollywoodReporter, 27 Jan. 2026
Yards away, a few brave souls enjoy a wintery walk off the Monon Trail, where a pair of snow angels glitter in the sun.
—Heather Bushman, IndyStar, 27 Jan. 2026
Even so, the island drew outsiders seeking to save souls or make their fortune.
—Margaret Talbot, New Yorker, 26 Jan. 2026
Peter Debruge, Variety, 8 Feb. 2026
The world must stand with the people of Iran before more of our bravest souls are lost.
—Benjamin Weinthal, FOXNews.com, 7 Feb. 2026
On his mother’s side, a line of troubled souls and eccentrics.
—Maya Singer, Vogue, 1 Feb. 2026
Michael’s ability to inhabit two distinct souls with such power and nuance is nothing short of extraordinary.
—Jack Smart, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026
From tragic love stories to heartbreaking dramas, these are the films that touch our souls.
—Kevin Jacobsen, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Jan. 2026
We are mostly meant to feel the movie, to allow our souls to be prodded and hugged tightly by this benevolent picture’s generous assessment of the most dangerous animal to ever exist on the planet.
—Richard Lawson, HollywoodReporter, 27 Jan. 2026
Yards away, a few brave souls enjoy a wintery walk off the Monon Trail, where a pair of snow angels glitter in the sun.
—Heather Bushman, IndyStar, 27 Jan. 2026
Even so, the island drew outsiders seeking to save souls or make their fortune.
—Margaret Talbot, New Yorker, 26 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for souls
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To see him in such high spirits, seemingly not dampened by being rested for the final half-hour as Chelsea continue to manage his minutes, was a rare treat.—
Cerys Jones,
New York Times,
8 Feb. 2026
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Some readers may be old enough to remember the 1976 Bicentennial, which occurred during one of the city’s lowest ebbs and lifted everyone’s spirits.—
John Calvelli,
New York Daily News,
7 Feb. 2026
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Skin care leads the conversation, alongside a growing focus on niche fragrances, refined essences and wellness treatments.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
22 Dec. 2025
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And this year’s lineup is loaded with glow-boosting icons—from milky toners and hydrating essences to overnight masks that make your skin feel like a cloud.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
2 Dec. 2025
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But Canadian superstar Connor McDavid, a three-time NHL MVP, broke America’s hearts in overtime, scoring a championship-clinching goal.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
26 Jan. 2026
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Our hearts were and are still broken.—
Hope Hunt,
Baltimore Sun,
26 Jan. 2026
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The two men, in their respective corners, stared each other down.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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Two men were taken to the hospital in critical condition, and two other men were in fair condition.—
David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
6 Feb. 2026
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The document states that similar incidents involving toxic substances in domestic settings have been reported in other states, underscoring persistent public safety risks and challenges for first responders.—
Emma Bussey , Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
5 Feb. 2026
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Fights Inflammation and Arthritis Pain Cherry juice is packed with antioxidants, substances that combat cell damage in your body.—
Kelly Burch,
Verywell Health,
5 Feb. 2026
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La Cava, Lee and Elo-Rivera had already made up their minds to support a different proposal that would include charging nonresidents to park at Balboa Park and would not include a ballot measure.—
Donna Frye,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Feb. 2026
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As the world gears up for the 2026 Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics Games in Italy, other winter sports like ice skating are also at the forefront of travelers’ minds.—
Lydia Price,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Feb. 2026
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My grandfathers had both been miners whose early deaths owed much to their working lives.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Jan. 2026
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Agencies meticulously plan out public debuts, coordinate every detail of schedules and fan interactions and even oversee many parts of stars’ personal lives.—
Allison Cho,
CNN Money,
27 Jan. 2026
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Hval’s restless melodies and at-times Proustian lyrics trail cigarette smoke or the fragrance of roses toward litanies of memory, all the while deconstructing the very natures of stage performance, recording technology, and digital existence.—
Jenn Pelly,
Time,
4 Dec. 2025
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The world features beautifully ethereal landscapes as well as industrial facilities that feel functional and fully realized despite their alien natures.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
2 Dec. 2025
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“Souls.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/souls. Accessed 10 Feb. 2026.
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