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as in mode
a distinctive way of putting ideas into words
I correctly identified the quotation because I recognized Mark Twain's inimitable style
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2
as in approach
the means or procedure for doing something
unfortunately, the club president's usual style is to make decisions without asking anyone's advice or approval
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as in trend
a practice or interest that is very popular for a short time
parents who were very relieved when the style for having one's nose pierced faded
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as in to name
to give a name to
although nowadays he's often styled a biologist, he's probably better thought of as a classic 19th-century naturalist
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Recent Examples of style
Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 14 May 2025
If slouchy styles aren’t your thing, this Everlane jacket is the perfect trench for you.
—Anna Popp, Travel + Leisure, 2 May 2025
Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 10 May 2025
His early shows were cast with friends, staged in empty swimming pools, and styled with straw hats large enough to shade entire runways.
—Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 10 May 2025
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Noun
Kirkland Signature Double Sided Gift Wrap features six, 90-square foot rolls that come in four different styles.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 14 May 2025
If slouchy styles aren’t your thing, this Everlane jacket is the perfect trench for you.
—Anna Popp, Travel + Leisure, 2 May 2025
Verb
Having said that, though, there are occasions where wearing a button-up with no tie can be appropriate, when styled properly.
—Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 10 May 2025
His early shows were cast with friends, staged in empty swimming pools, and styled with straw hats large enough to shade entire runways.
—Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 10 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for style
Noun
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Hard mode, for instance, increases resource scarcity and enemy aggression, offering a sterner test for seasoned players.—
Jason Bennett,
Arkansas Online,
18 May 2025
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Smartphone users should use night mode and no flash when trying to get pictures of the northern lights.—
Antonio Pequeño IV,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2025
Noun
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In the competitive world of alternative investments, SWI Group has distinguished itself through an approach that emphasizes local market knowledge as a key differentiator.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
15 May 2025
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Her modern, organic approach leans into nature’s nuances, from seafoam greens to terra-cotta reds.—
Eleni N. Gage,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 May 2025
Noun
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In a world of evolving design trends, modular furniture is more than just a fleeting moment.—
Cori Sears,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 May 2025
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This trend is reminiscent of earlier eras when global events forced companies to rethink their sourcing and manufacturing strategies.—
Tim Bajarin,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
Verb
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The researchers point to high levels of financial anxiety, with 45% of respondents naming cash flow as a particular worry.—
Trevor Clawson,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2025
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The Un Certain Regard selection centers on Colin, a shy London lad played by Harry Melling, who encounters the smoldering and charismatic leader of a motorcycle club named Ray, Skarsgard, on Christmas Eve at a local pub.—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
18 May 2025
Noun
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Comfortable dress shoes are a worthwhile gamble, accenting the tone of the outfit with the rationale of a day spent walking around (sometimes through mud).—
Sam Cohn,
Baltimore Sun,
17 May 2025
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Dickinson shifts the tone in Loachian scenes with a parole officer and later a counselor.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
17 May 2025
Noun
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It is processed using a chrome tanning method to preserve its natural texture, then shrunk using special agents instead of heat to retain the organic grain and wrinkles.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
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Hippler is allowing the account’s click activity pertaining to knives and knife accessories, the payment method used, and details of items in the cart, including all items added to the cart and removed from the cart or wish listed in the shopping bag.—
Jean Casarez,
CNN Money,
9 May 2025
Noun
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The latests deaths included three residents of long-term care facilities in Dallas, as well as a Balch Springs man in his 20s and a Dallas man in his 60s.—
Dana Branham,
Dallas News,
30 Apr. 2020
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That equates to more than 45 million Americans using CBD products, based on latest available U.S. Census estimates.—
Brendan Bures,
chicagotribune.com,
2 Oct. 2019
Verb
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The day before: Assemble desserts, make dressings, chop, mince, and dice, and store all ingredients in deli containers and label them accordingly.—
Ginger Perra,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 May 2025
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Additionally, avoid storing near strongly smelling foods to keep your cheese from absorbing flavors or odors, and always label and date to keep track of the use by date.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
9 May 2025
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“Style.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/style. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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