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
However, Kylie is concerned that there are a few traits of Donna’s that might limit her time on the show.
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Rachel McRady, People.com, 19 June 2025
What, if any, human traits do the zombies still carry with them?
—Aaron Couch, HollywoodReporter, 18 June 2025
Some of that comes from trauma, some of it is an inherent trait maybe.
—Antonia Blyth, Deadline, 18 June 2025
The study found that, once again, this trait strongly predicted breadcrumbing, and was also associated with ghosting behaviors.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 10 June 2025
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Rachel McRady, People.com, 19 June 2025
What, if any, human traits do the zombies still carry with them?
—Aaron Couch, HollywoodReporter, 18 June 2025
Some of that comes from trauma, some of it is an inherent trait maybe.
—Antonia Blyth, Deadline, 18 June 2025
The study found that, once again, this trait strongly predicted breadcrumbing, and was also associated with ghosting behaviors.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 10 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for trait
Noun
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This means the fruit from the seedling will closely resemble that of the parent plant in flavor and other characteristics.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
28 June 2025
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Two other graves, isolated from the rest, show the same characteristics.—
Eli Wizevich,
Smithsonian Magazine,
26 June 2025
Noun
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Shoppers love it, too: Over 1,000 pool owners have given the Scuba S1 a perfect rating, praising its long battery life and futuristic deep-cleaning features.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 June 2025
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The only above-ground feature is a rooftop penthouse, while everything else is tucked deep underground.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
27 June 2025
Noun
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The list of spirits is long, each with their own physical attributes, epic folklore and methods of appeasement.—
Vanessa Anderson,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2025
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Using cryptographic tools like zero-knowledge proofs, individuals can verify specific identity attributes—like being over 18—without disclosing more than necessary.—
Steven Smith,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2025
Noun
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For mental stamina, practices like mindfulness, quality sleep, and a strong social network are key.—
Jakob Roze,
Health,
19 June 2025
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In the office, your communication skills can be just as important as the quality of your work.—
Sophie Caldwell,
CNBC,
19 June 2025
Noun
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Like attribution, data aggregation has always been complex for businesses with smaller marketing budgets.—
John Readman,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2025
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The smaller figure’s attribution was meant to say Nvidia.—
Andrew Nusca,
Fortune,
22 June 2025
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“Trait.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trait. Accessed 2 Jul. 2025.
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