as in characteristic
something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind
honesty is one of her defining traits
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Recent Examples of trait
But that only presented more questions because the fossil didn’t show any classic amphibian tadpole traits.
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Sarah Durn,
Popular Science,
18 June 2026
The first idea is that the earliest strains didn’t have the right genetic traits to be really lethal.
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ArsTechnica,
18 June 2026
Like people, culinary traditions continue to circulate and change in new contexts, an American trait if there ever was one.
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Ashley Rose Young,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
18 June 2026
The former Kansas quarterback possesses a lot of traits — in terms of size, arm strength and mobility — as Baker Mayfield, who may be a perfect mentor for Daniels.
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Rick Stroud,
The Orlando Sentinel,
18 June 2026
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Sarah Durn,
Popular Science,
18 June 2026
The first idea is that the earliest strains didn’t have the right genetic traits to be really lethal.
—
ArsTechnica,
18 June 2026
Like people, culinary traditions continue to circulate and change in new contexts, an American trait if there ever was one.
—
Ashley Rose Young,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
18 June 2026
The former Kansas quarterback possesses a lot of traits — in terms of size, arm strength and mobility — as Baker Mayfield, who may be a perfect mentor for Daniels.
—
Rick Stroud,
The Orlando Sentinel,
18 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for trait
Recent Examples of Synonyms for trait
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Continuous review President reviews, according to CSU policy, allow the CSU board of trustees to understand the unique characteristics of each campus, assess their leadership and further the school’s progress.
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The game changer was a move to fermentation in stainless-steel tanks or neutral wood barrels, which imparted fewer oak characteristics to the wines.
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Opt for these wireless ones with a 50-hour battery life, comfortable padding, and more handy features.
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One of the most distinguishing features of the new planes are the colors painted on its exterior.
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This total encompasses the energy output alongside its associated capacity and environmental attributes.
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All great attributes for the Hawks’ post-Trae Young reality.
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Too many teams, not enough quality.
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Researchers are hoping to better understand what Minnesotans think about water quality.
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This stark discrepancy—akin to selling a Hermès bag at a 60 percent discount in one location while attempting to sell it at full price at a nearby store—has exacerbated mistrust in the art system’s attribution of prices and value.
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The fight over attribution Why is there so much fuss about scientific advice to judges?
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“Trait.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trait. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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