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a pronounceable series of letters having a distinct meaning especially in a particular field
what's the term for the odd feeling that you've experienced an event before?
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as in names
to give a name to
the armed forces began a rescue mission termed Operation In and Out
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Recent Examples of terms
Tomris Laffly, Time, 6 Sep. 2025
That instinct proved to be a good one, as the first Deadpool film earned over $780 million globally and spawned two additional sequels, 2018's Deadpool 2 (which earned $785 million worldwide) and 2014's Deadpool & Wolverine, which nearly doubled both films' hauls in terms of global ticket sales.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 6 Sep. 2025
Rosé Doubles the Previous Record Holder Rosé’s smash has more than doubled the previous record holder in terms of longevity on the Radio Songs chart.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
Redefine yourself on your own terms.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 6 Sep. 2025
Perhaps the terms of a US deal with Intel could require Tan to divest certain holdings that the US fears compromises the CEO.
—Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 15 Aug. 2025
Despite the split, Jonas and Turner — who is now dating British aristocrat Peregrine Pearson, 30 — are reportedly currently in a great place in terms of their relationship and co-parenting their two girls.
—Becca Longmire, People.com, 15 Aug. 2025
The show is a change of pace for Blumhouse in terms of genre, give or take a few Fogler scenes, but maintains its reputation for modest budgets in cheap-looking sets and an unglamorous South Carolina setting.
—Alison Herman, Variety, 15 Aug. 2025
In terms of cleaning, first place the vacuum cleaner on the dock, and the rinse system will clean it without any intervention.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 15 Aug. 2025
Matthew Wills, JSTOR Daily, 16 Aug. 2025
Noun
Greengrass approached the portrayal of PG&E corporation and its negligence on similar terms.
—Tomris Laffly, Time, 6 Sep. 2025
That instinct proved to be a good one, as the first Deadpool film earned over $780 million globally and spawned two additional sequels, 2018's Deadpool 2 (which earned $785 million worldwide) and 2014's Deadpool & Wolverine, which nearly doubled both films' hauls in terms of global ticket sales.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 6 Sep. 2025
Rosé Doubles the Previous Record Holder Rosé’s smash has more than doubled the previous record holder in terms of longevity on the Radio Songs chart.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
Redefine yourself on your own terms.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 6 Sep. 2025
Perhaps the terms of a US deal with Intel could require Tan to divest certain holdings that the US fears compromises the CEO.
—Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 15 Aug. 2025
Despite the split, Jonas and Turner — who is now dating British aristocrat Peregrine Pearson, 30 — are reportedly currently in a great place in terms of their relationship and co-parenting their two girls.
—Becca Longmire, People.com, 15 Aug. 2025
The show is a change of pace for Blumhouse in terms of genre, give or take a few Fogler scenes, but maintains its reputation for modest budgets in cheap-looking sets and an unglamorous South Carolina setting.
—Alison Herman, Variety, 15 Aug. 2025
In terms of cleaning, first place the vacuum cleaner on the dock, and the rinse system will clean it without any intervention.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 15 Aug. 2025
Verb
Brixius terms the results creolization, a hybridization of people and knowledge.
—Matthew Wills, JSTOR Daily, 16 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for terms
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As with many schools, Birmingham-Southern College (BSC) had a myriad of hallmarks that students sought comfort in throughout their tenures on campus—and long after graduation too.—
Katherine Polcari,
Southern Living,
6 Sep. 2025
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Some young Democrats running for Congress are calling attention to the age breakdown and lengthy tenures that many hold within the party, and citing these as reasons why the party has struggled.—
Elena Moore,
NPR,
5 Sep. 2025
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Netflix’s Martha chronicles the rise, fall, and comeback of lifestyle icon Martha Stewart, all in her own words.—
Lizzie Hyman,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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Bella and Luna are both Spanish words.—
Paige Moore,
AZCentral.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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The declaration also names the FBI, the DOJ, and the Executive Office of the President as defendants.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
11 Sep. 2025
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In addition to Patel, the lawsuit names Attorney General Pam Bondi, the FBI, the Department of Justice, and the executive office of the President as defendants.—
Solcyré Burga,
Time,
10 Sep. 2025
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Swift’s most recent set to pass 150 turns before Midnights was Fearless (Taylor’s Version), which is now up to 175 stints on the tally.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Dane Glasgow, a pedigreed tech exec who has had executive stints at Google and most recently Meta, has been hired as Paramount‘s Chief Product Officer.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
10 Sep. 2025
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Cells can be referred to by expressions in other cells using a special function use() with relative coordinates.—
Cameron Kaiser,
ArsTechnica,
12 Sep. 2025
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Enough expressions of preference create a sort of consensus, one that celebrates the uncertainty that comes with ranking players.—
The Athletic NHL,
New York Times,
11 Sep. 2025
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North Korea labels the allies' joint drills as invasion rehearsals and often uses them as a pretext to dial up military demonstrations and weapons tests aimed at advancing its nuclear program.—
KIM TONG-HYUNG THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
13 Aug. 2025
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Designed by house favorite architect Peter Marino, the new House of Dior New York location is the first in the world to house the designer labels' entire offerings, including women's, men's, beauty, and home, under one roof.—
Roxanne Robinson,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Street food tours through Gwangjang Market echo scenes of communal joy found in the film’s lighter moments.—
Emese Maczko,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Zillow owns Follow Up Boss, one of the largest CRMs for real estate professionals, where AI is being used to lighten the load of human real estate agents juggling calls, notes, follow-ups, and property tours.—
Sharon Goldman,
Fortune,
11 Sep. 2025
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Additionally, domain names are appreciating assets, and their value tends to grow over time, especially in relation to emerging industries or trending phrases.—
Michael Gargiulo,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Many kids find repeating these phrases satisfying, or silly, or just plain fun to say, Estevez says.—
Wendy Wisner,
Parents,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Terms.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/terms. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.
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