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as in profound
difficult for one of ordinary knowledge or intelligence to understand
metaphysics is such an esoteric subject that most people are content to leave it to the philosophers
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as in confidential
not known or meant to be known by the general populace
must have had some esoteric motive for leaving his art collection to a museum halfway around the globe
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Recent Examples of esoteric
Where are the many monographs on green and yellow, the treatises on more esoteric shades like violet or tangerine?
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Amanda Fortini, New York Times, 26 Feb. 2025
Seemingly mundane and esoteric to the outsider, chart reviews are a foundational task that underpins a wide range of clinical and administrative workflows within health systems (and for other ecosystem partners).
—Seth Joseph, Forbes.com, 27 Mar. 2025
Others point to more esoteric answers to the practical problem.
—Tanya Akim, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
Such a debate is esoteric and, to some, a pointless distraction.
—Peter Baker, New York Times, 6 Apr. 2025
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Amanda Fortini, New York Times, 26 Feb. 2025
Seemingly mundane and esoteric to the outsider, chart reviews are a foundational task that underpins a wide range of clinical and administrative workflows within health systems (and for other ecosystem partners).
—Seth Joseph, Forbes.com, 27 Mar. 2025
Others point to more esoteric answers to the practical problem.
—Tanya Akim, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
Such a debate is esoteric and, to some, a pointless distraction.
—Peter Baker, New York Times, 6 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for esoteric
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Benefits of minimalism As highlighted in Nicodemus and Millburn's podcast and documentary, the benefits of minimalism can be profound.—
Ana Morales,
Vogue,
16 Apr. 2025
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But there’s also a remarkable elasticity to Bennett’s prose: the narrator’s thoughts stretch from the very inconsequential to the most profound.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
16 Apr. 2025
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The White House’s claims about Abrego Garcia’s gang affiliation are based mostly on one confidential tip.—
Caroline Vakil,
The Hill,
23 Apr. 2025
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Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at (800) 577-TIPS; all calls are kept confidential.—
Nicholas Williams,
New York Daily News,
22 Apr. 2025
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In 2022, a consortium of private retirement-plan providers announced a collaboration to boost the portability of small retirement accounts.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025
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The firm’s team includes analysts from leading tech private equity firms, engineers, operating partners – former technology CEOs and COOs.—
Kenneth Squire,
CNBC,
19 Apr. 2025
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When Charlie reveals a secret passion project, and professional lines begin to blur, the two forge an unexpected bond that will teach them both how to live.—
Samantha Bergeson,
IndieWire,
16 Apr. 2025
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The secret ingredient in this chili is definitely the butter.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Apr. 2025
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Cargo services will open in Sylhet on April 27, with Chattogram following suit and an undisclosed date.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
21 Apr. 2025
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One plaintiff, elevator operator Owen Diaz, settled in March 2024 for undisclosed terms after a $3.2 million jury verdict.—
Reuters,
CNN Money,
18 Apr. 2025
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“Esoteric.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/esoteric. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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