as in stuff
transportable items that one owns
gather your things and get out
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Recent Examples of things
The 53-year-old Dane is many things that Ten Hag is not.
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Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 31 Oct. 2025
However, there are signs that things could be changing, and quickly.
—Christian Blauvelt, IndieWire, 31 Oct. 2025
Just a few months ago, Carlson himself likened Fuentes to David Duke, the former Ku Klux Klan leader, and accused Fuentes of being part of a campaign to say the most bigoted things possible to make the rest of the right look bad.
—Ali Breland, The Atlantic, 31 Oct. 2025
During a 2020 interview with DJ VLAD, Mack 10 rehashed the near-altercation with Common and reiterated that Fat Joe stepped in to smooth things over.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 31 Oct. 2025
On the Dodgers’ side of things, Roberts has already made some tweaks to his sputtering lineup.
—Joe Kozlowski, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
Because these are things that Ciri has never experienced.
—Jordan Moreau, Variety, 31 Oct. 2025
Dylan Dreyer kicked things off repping for the Garden State.
—Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 31 Oct. 2025
Meghan’s travel formula is warm, comfortable, and practical for holiday getaways, which is why now is a good time to copy her pieces before things really get busy.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 25 Oct. 2025
Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 31 Oct. 2025
However, there are signs that things could be changing, and quickly.
—Christian Blauvelt, IndieWire, 31 Oct. 2025
Just a few months ago, Carlson himself likened Fuentes to David Duke, the former Ku Klux Klan leader, and accused Fuentes of being part of a campaign to say the most bigoted things possible to make the rest of the right look bad.
—Ali Breland, The Atlantic, 31 Oct. 2025
During a 2020 interview with DJ VLAD, Mack 10 rehashed the near-altercation with Common and reiterated that Fat Joe stepped in to smooth things over.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 31 Oct. 2025
On the Dodgers’ side of things, Roberts has already made some tweaks to his sputtering lineup.
—Joe Kozlowski, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
Because these are things that Ciri has never experienced.
—Jordan Moreau, Variety, 31 Oct. 2025
Dylan Dreyer kicked things off repping for the Garden State.
—Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 31 Oct. 2025
Meghan’s travel formula is warm, comfortable, and practical for holiday getaways, which is why now is a good time to copy her pieces before things really get busy.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 25 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for things
Noun
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The blanket comes with a USB charging cable, a pocket for the battery, and a stuff sack for storage and travel.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Oct. 2025
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In other words, the stuff of literature.—
Elizabeth D. Samet,
Foreign Affairs,
29 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Generally, taking up space from somebody else’s chair by spreading your belongings around is not considered acceptable on a plane, where individual space is already limited.—
Maria Azzurra Volpe,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
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Authorities believe the burglary took place before the students could return to collect their belongings, occurring between Thursday and Saturday, according to the outlet.—
Julia Bonavita,
FOXNews.com,
27 Oct. 2025
Noun
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This lack of production could be connected to a hit Flagg took during the first possession of the game.—
Matt Audilet,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Oct. 2025
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Thibodeaux emerged from the turf with the ball, but referees ruled that the quarterback’s forward progress had stalled, meaning no change of possession occurred.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
28 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Different types of fiber have different effects on the body.—
Merve Ceylan,
Health,
29 Oct. 2025
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This week, those effects point to cheaper short-term money, a debate about December, and a high premium on the Fed’s forward guidance.—
Robert Daugherty,
Forbes.com,
29 Oct. 2025
Noun
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That being said, some travel essentials stay packed and ready—the gear, gadgets, and go-tos that make every trip that much easier.—
Samantha Leal,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Oct. 2025
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Hailey opted out of wearing Blue Jays gear, instead choosing a gray hooded jacket.—
Angel Saunders,
PEOPLE,
28 Oct. 2025
Noun
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In exchange, trading partners have committed to increasing purchases of American goods and increasing their investments in American businesses on top of lowering tariffs on American exports.—
Elisabeth Buchwald,
CNN Money,
2 Nov. 2025
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Toiletries Similar to bulk pantry goods, clear bins are ideal for storing excess toiletries, like extra bars of soap, razors, or toothbrushes.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 Nov. 2025
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“Things.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/things. Accessed 4 Nov. 2025.
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