atmospheric
adjective
at·mo·spher·ic
ˌat-mə-ˈsfir-ik 
-ˈsfer-
1
a
: of, relating to, or occurring in the atmosphere
atmospheric dust
b
: resembling the atmosphere : airy
2
: having, marked by, or contributing aesthetic or emotional atmosphere
an atmospheric inn
also
: marked by an emphasis on impression or tone
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The atmospheric energy of the record helps bring to life the intimacy-sourced escapism the pair croon about across Lido’s production.
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Michael Saponara, Billboard, 15 Apr. 2024
Only the return of the first stage, less than 10 minutes after liftoff, creates a sonic boom that can be heard from 80 miles away or farther, depending on atmospheric conditions.
—Phil Diehl, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Apr. 2024
Monsoon weather patterns are influenced by a variety of atmospheric factors, including moisture levels, temperature gradients and wind patterns.
—The Arizona Republic, 11 Apr. 2024
The beam is a powerful piece of machinery, forced to compete with Sacramento’s overwhelming supply of light pollution, among other atmospheric conditions like clouds and moonlight.
—Brianna Taylor, Sacramento Bee, 11 Apr. 2024
Down the other, a newer, more slippery pop-like strategy: atmospheric wordless music, some of it with tenuous-at-best connections to American jazz tradition, bolstered by trendsetting online publications.
—Evan Haga, SPIN, 11 Apr. 2024
However, there is compelling evidence that modern warming is driven by an increase in the concentration of atmospheric greenhouse gases due to human activity – specifically industrial pollution.
—USA TODAY, 11 Apr. 2024
The volume of the cicada calls is also affected by atmospheric temperatures, Clay said.
—Andy Fies, ABC News, 7 Apr. 2024
While the exterior is cool and commercial, the inside is a chic, atmospheric gathering space for the global glitterati.
—Nicole Trilivas, Travel + Leisure, 7 Apr. 2024
Michael Saponara, Billboard, 15 Apr. 2024
Only the return of the first stage, less than 10 minutes after liftoff, creates a sonic boom that can be heard from 80 miles away or farther, depending on atmospheric conditions.
—Phil Diehl, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Apr. 2024
Monsoon weather patterns are influenced by a variety of atmospheric factors, including moisture levels, temperature gradients and wind patterns.
—The Arizona Republic, 11 Apr. 2024
The beam is a powerful piece of machinery, forced to compete with Sacramento’s overwhelming supply of light pollution, among other atmospheric conditions like clouds and moonlight.
—Brianna Taylor, Sacramento Bee, 11 Apr. 2024
Down the other, a newer, more slippery pop-like strategy: atmospheric wordless music, some of it with tenuous-at-best connections to American jazz tradition, bolstered by trendsetting online publications.
—Evan Haga, SPIN, 11 Apr. 2024
However, there is compelling evidence that modern warming is driven by an increase in the concentration of atmospheric greenhouse gases due to human activity – specifically industrial pollution.
—USA TODAY, 11 Apr. 2024
The volume of the cicada calls is also affected by atmospheric temperatures, Clay said.
—Andy Fies, ABC News, 7 Apr. 2024
While the exterior is cool and commercial, the inside is a chic, atmospheric gathering space for the global glitterati.
—Nicole Trilivas, Travel + Leisure, 7 Apr. 2024
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atmospheric
adjective
at·mo·spher·ic
ˌat-mə-ˈsfi(ə)r-ik
-ˈsfer-
: of or relating to the atmosphere
atmospheric pressure
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