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as in word
a pronounceable series of letters having a distinct meaning especially in a particular field
what's the term for the odd feeling that you've experienced an event before?
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as in to name
to give a name to
the armed forces began a rescue mission termed Operation In and Out
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Recent Examples of term
Npr Staff, NPR, 3 May 2025
But the coaching staff have barely used Vallejo, who has played 10 minutes this term and has made only 32 appearances for the club since joining in 2015.
—Mario Cortegana, New York Times, 3 May 2025
Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Apr. 2025
Masters Betting Promos: First-Bet Offers For those who wish to tackle the tournament with a first-bet offer that pays back losing first wagers in bonus bets -- often termed no-sweat bets, safety nets and other similar names -- the following offers are worth checking out.
—Raja Krishnamoorthi, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Ada Limón reflects on her tenure as the poet laureate
U.S. Poet Laureate Ada Limón reflects on her term and the urgency of connecting to nature through poetry.
—Npr Staff, NPR, 3 May 2025
But the coaching staff have barely used Vallejo, who has played 10 minutes this term and has made only 32 appearances for the club since joining in 2015.
—Mario Cortegana, New York Times, 3 May 2025
Verb
Hegseth was heavily criticized by Democrats and a handful of Republicans for what opponents termed a lack of experience and expertise.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Apr. 2025
Masters Betting Promos: First-Bet Offers For those who wish to tackle the tournament with a first-bet offer that pays back losing first wagers in bonus bets -- often termed no-sweat bets, safety nets and other similar names -- the following offers are worth checking out.
—Raja Krishnamoorthi, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for term
Noun
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Deng similarly boasts substantial industry experience, notably through his tenure at e-commerce giant Newegg.—
Jon Stojan,
USA Today,
13 May 2025
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In August 2023, Jordan ended his tenure as a majority owner of the NBA's Charlotte Hornets and transitioned into a minority role with the team.—
Natasha Dye,
People.com,
12 May 2025
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The promise of power to the people is still in the Constitution, and those words will be there forever.—
Steve Bousquet,
Sun Sentinel,
3 May 2025
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Just a few words that found their way into playlists, protest chants, school yards, and social media platforms.—
Eda Uysen,
Rolling Stone,
3 May 2025
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Greg Abel, 62, who had been expected to be named CEO when Buffett retired, should take over at the end of the year, Buffett said.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
4 May 2025
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The last passenger pigeon, named Martha, died in captivity at the Cincinnati Zoo in 1914, marking the end of the species.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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Although the Puerto Rican superstar has not posted on his socials or officially announced a stint, the chairs were spotted outside of venues and stadiums across Latin America and Europe, including in Peru, Chile, Mexico, Brazil, Poland, France, England, Spain and Costa Rica.—
Griselda Flores,
Billboard,
5 May 2025
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Gaudette rejoined the Sens for his second stint with the team as a free agent last summer and settled into his role as a fourth-line centre while also contributing a goal and 3 points in the playoffs, in addition to being a penalty killer.—
Julian McKenzie,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
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In an unusual twist in the governor’s race, a wealthy Democratic businessman is suing former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa over the use of a common phrase in political campaigns.—
Seema Mehta,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2025
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Critics have raised concerns that kids may unknowingly repeat phrases that are offensive.—
Annabelle Canela,
Parents,
1 May 2025
Verb
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Congress might also call on President Biden to ban TikTok under the IEEPA.—
Emily Baker-White,
Forbes,
14 Feb. 2023
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However, today most young people rarely call each other.—
Andrea Wigfield,
CNN,
14 Feb. 2023
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For the next hour, Baghi brought out bottle after bottle until there were about a dozen arrayed on the table, each a subtly different expression.—
Simon Willis,
Travel + Leisure,
10 May 2025
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Although the expression carries a list price of $59, the average retail price in the US, according to Wine Searcher, is $194.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2025
Verb
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The artist is about to give a landmark concert at the Stade de France, titled The Final Show, followed by an after-party at the Accor Arena.—
Billboard France,
Billboard,
10 May 2025
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On Sunday, noted sound designers Nicolas Becker (Oscar winner for Sound of Metal, whose credits also include Gravity and Arrival) and Peter Albrechtsen (Evil Dead Rise, and documentaries The Cave and The Territory) lead a master class titled Creating Immersive Audio in Documentary.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
10 May 2025
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“Term.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/term. Accessed 15 May. 2025.
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