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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2
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
Catholic leadership felt Darwinism could explain physical biology but threatened the existence of unique human souls.
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Rachel Brodsky, Rolling Stone, 20 June 2026
When their biggest demonic enemy (Lee Byung-hun) encourages the formation of an equally popular K-pop boy band aimed at stealing the souls of their fans, the trio has to fight harder than ever to hold the demons at bay while keeping their friendship intact.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 18 June 2026
Which means the island craves eight more souls, one for each bell toll.
—Jen Chaney, Vulture, 17 June 2026
Can walruses peer into our souls?
—Stefanie Waldek, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 June 2026
The tactic saved the banking industry, but the great railway boom was over, and there was no reprieve for the gullible souls who had been drawn into it.
—John Cassidy, New Yorker, 15 June 2026
Whatever conclusions investigators might reach, the loss of at least 50 souls, and the wounding of dozens more innocents, is an unbearable blow for any community.
—Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 June 2026
Boeing’s earlier jets—the 707, 727, and 737—carried fewer than 200 souls.
—Ian Bogost, The Atlantic, 12 June 2026
The film follows three souls across Edo-period Japan, 1865 New South Wales and 2027 Australia, where each lifetime carries the emotional imprint of the last.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 11 June 2026
Rachel Brodsky, Rolling Stone, 20 June 2026
When their biggest demonic enemy (Lee Byung-hun) encourages the formation of an equally popular K-pop boy band aimed at stealing the souls of their fans, the trio has to fight harder than ever to hold the demons at bay while keeping their friendship intact.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 18 June 2026
Which means the island craves eight more souls, one for each bell toll.
—Jen Chaney, Vulture, 17 June 2026
Can walruses peer into our souls?
—Stefanie Waldek, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 June 2026
The tactic saved the banking industry, but the great railway boom was over, and there was no reprieve for the gullible souls who had been drawn into it.
—John Cassidy, New Yorker, 15 June 2026
Whatever conclusions investigators might reach, the loss of at least 50 souls, and the wounding of dozens more innocents, is an unbearable blow for any community.
—Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 June 2026
Boeing’s earlier jets—the 707, 727, and 737—carried fewer than 200 souls.
—Ian Bogost, The Atlantic, 12 June 2026
The film follows three souls across Edo-period Japan, 1865 New South Wales and 2027 Australia, where each lifetime carries the emotional imprint of the last.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 11 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for souls
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Thank you for a plethora of news on June 17 that didn’t crush our spirits.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2026
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As one of the world’s largest spirits conglomerates, the company certainly had access to some choice, well-aged stocks.—
David Thomas Tao,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2026
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Canada has an 8-0 advantage in shots on goal; meanwhile, Qatar is down to 10 men after a red card, the fifth of the tournament so far.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
19 June 2026
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That's when two men jumped in, and fists started flying.—
Joy Benedict,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
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One notable upgrade is the Sheet Mask Boost Mode, specifically designed to help hydrating essences penetrate deeper into the skin.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
23 June 2026
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In this process, neuroscientists assess the emotional benefits of natural essences using functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI).—
Laia Farran Graves,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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Millennials have a soft spot in their hearts for babydoll tops.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
22 June 2026
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Our hearts go out to the people who were lost, their families, and everyone who has been impacted.—
Steven Rosenbaum,
CBS News,
22 June 2026
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The town’s predicament highlights the limits of any ceasefire between Hezbollah and Israel, and the lingering hardship faced by residents whose lives have been upended by years of conflict.—
Tal Shalev,
CNN Money,
23 June 2026
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The labor of these aging world-builders becomes a blueprint to navigate memory, legacy, and mortality, revealing the divine spirit residing in their daily lives.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
22 June 2026
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Last year, the Los Angeles County Public Health Department linked the deaths of six county residents to the use of 7-OH mixed with other substances.—
Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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Berry said the body recognizes those substances as foreign and creates antibodies that attach to fentanyl molecules, potentially preventing users from experiencing a euphoric high and reducing the risk of a fatal overdose.—
Gino Vicci,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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Creating a dynamic and an atmosphere where people feel comfortable speaking, saying what’s on their minds, is the most vital part of a writers’ room.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
19 June 2026
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No, the Belgians aren’t losing their minds.—
Steve Douglas,
Chicago Tribune,
19 June 2026
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They were written by a bunch of guys in powdered wigs and knee socks.—
Britta Miller,
The Washington Examiner,
17 June 2026
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Your memoir reframed Black Sabbath less as mythology and more as four working-class guys trying to survive life in Birmingham.—
Steve Appleford,
SPIN,
17 June 2026
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“Souls.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/souls. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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