amazons

noun

Definition of amazonsnext
plural of amazon
as in giants

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  1. giants
  2. elephants
  3. titans
  4. elephant
  5. behemoths
  6. dinosaurs
Noun
  • The report, written by the executive search firm Russell Reynolds Associates, offers a closer look into the gender dynamics at the highest levels at these corporate giants.
    Kim Elsesser, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • The hit to Sonos’ brand has swung the door open for rivals such as Amazon, Bose, Apple and other tech giants that make smart speakers to capture more of the business’ customers.
    Queenie Wong, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of giants
Noun
  • The eco-friendly habitat is home to a herd of eight magnificent elephants and features lush landscaping designed to replicate the forests of Southeast Asia.
    Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Thirteen adult elephants are still trapped in their quarters.
    Kocha Olarn, CNN, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of elephants
Noun
  • The meteoric rise of a few titans of industry inevitably ending in a catastrophic downfall, while the city caught in the wake of their ruin is left to pick up the pieces.
    Jess Joho, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Multinational automakers looking to compete there face steep challenges in a market dominated by domestic titans who are bolstered by government backing, relentless innovation, and deep local insights.
    Lizzi C. Lee, Harvard Business Review, 2 Oct. 2024
Definition of titans
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  • These transparent accommodations are in the heart of the camp, and guests watch and listen as the elephants move about.
    Catherine Garcia, theweek, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Here are the female leaders making a real difference in Kenya through their conservation efforts that protect elephants, cheetahs, lions, and more.
    Venetia Martin, Travel + Leisure, 4 Nov. 2024
Definition of elephant
Noun
  • This fall from grace, for a member of one of the biggest cultural behemoths of all time, was too delicious for people not to mock on Twitter.
    Lucy Ford, TIME, 21 Oct. 2024
  • Until now, Lawrence has primarily been known for her acting roles, from Oscar-winning critics hits like Silver Linings Playbook to the box office behemoths like The Hunger Games.
    Elise Taylor, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2024
Definition of behemoths
Noun
  • The cloud of dust from the impact blotted out the sunlight, causing a dramatic die-off of plants and animals, including the dinosaurs (except for birds).
    Kate Golembiewski, CNN, 4 Oct. 2024
  • The study findings have given a new twist to the extinction of dinosaurs.
    Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of dinosaurs
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amazons

ambassador

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