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Recent Examples of stratification
Thoughtful stratification, intelligent overlaps, and a mix of weights and proportions.
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Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 2 Mar. 2026
Seed stratification is a process that wakes up dormant seeds through a change in temperature.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 26 Feb. 2026
The show has dipped its toe hesitantly into matters of equity and social stratification this season with mixed results.
—Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 29 Jan. 2026
Some seeds need a cold period called stratification to germinate.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Jan. 2026
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Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 2 Mar. 2026
Seed stratification is a process that wakes up dormant seeds through a change in temperature.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 26 Feb. 2026
The show has dipped its toe hesitantly into matters of equity and social stratification this season with mixed results.
—Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 29 Jan. 2026
Some seeds need a cold period called stratification to germinate.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stratification
Noun
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The hierarchy at the BayArena are set to replace Kasper Hjulmand at the end of the season.—
Andy Naylor,
New York Times,
30 Mar. 2026
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Even in private family moments, hierarchy never fully disappears.—
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
28 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Codas, or groupings of clicks, were longer during the birth and then became shorter after the newborn emerged, the authors wrote in Scientific Reports.—
Mindy Weisberger,
CNN Money,
30 Mar. 2026
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Now that first grouping, while fun, might be too small a sample size to take to the bank at this point.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
29 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Counter to the notion that a focus on caste and community is insular and, therefore, detrimental to business, Jayaraman embraces his heritage with a certain chutzpah and a largesse that makes customers return with their friends and family.—
Kalpana Mohan,
Mercury News,
4 Mar. 2026
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That comes with his caste and class.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
25 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The exhibition begins by presenting three different layers, which are sort of presented as a stratum.—
Lisa Deaderick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Mar. 2026
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The taco features a stratum of smoke and heat, with the octopus piled onto a fresh corn tortilla with purple onions pickled Yucatan-style with citrus.—
Jenn Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Together, the potential departures of two of Kansas City’s most experienced lawmakers — one on his own terms, one forced — could play a role in shaping the city’s future and diminish its ability to secure local priorities at the federal level.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
1 Apr. 2026
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And decibel levels would abide by local noise ordinances, with the facility’s HVAC system making about as much sound as a standard office system, according to the company.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
1 Apr. 2026
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“Stratification.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stratification. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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