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as in aura
a special quality or impression associated with something
the fireplace and cozy armchairs give the bookstore the atmosphere of a comfortable home
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as in environment
the circumstances, conditions, or objects by which one is surrounded
liked the quiet and scholarly atmosphere of his prep school
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Recent Examples of atmosphere
Mars' atmosphere is too cold and then to support life now, but billions of years ago the planet had an abundance of water, NASA said, which is also evidenced in the ferrihydrite found in its dust.
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Brie Stimson, Fox News, 1 Mar. 2025
Reddish light, which travels more directly in the air, manifests to ground observers during sunrises and sunsets when the sun is near the horizon and its incoming light travels at a longer, low-angle path through Earth's atmosphere.
—Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 1 Mar. 2025
His remains would orbit space for years before re-entering Earth’s atmosphere as a shooting star, according to the organization’s website.
—Samantha Moilanen, Chicago Tribune, 28 Feb. 2025
Arrange for live music or stand-up comedy to entertain guests throughout the evening, enhancing the celebratory atmosphere.
—Matt Rozo, The Mercury News, 28 Feb. 2025
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Brie Stimson, Fox News, 1 Mar. 2025
Reddish light, which travels more directly in the air, manifests to ground observers during sunrises and sunsets when the sun is near the horizon and its incoming light travels at a longer, low-angle path through Earth's atmosphere.
—Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 1 Mar. 2025
His remains would orbit space for years before re-entering Earth’s atmosphere as a shooting star, according to the organization’s website.
—Samantha Moilanen, Chicago Tribune, 28 Feb. 2025
Arrange for live music or stand-up comedy to entertain guests throughout the evening, enhancing the celebratory atmosphere.
—Matt Rozo, The Mercury News, 28 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for atmosphere
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And of course, no beauty splurge list would be complete without a sophisticated fragrance to elevate your winter aura.—
Tira Urquhart,
Essence,
26 Feb. 2025
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This digital detox will cleanse and calm your aura.—
Lisa Stardust,
Vogue,
26 Feb. 2025
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Wild animals who become dependent on humans should be provided with environments and care appropriate to their needs, the ASPCA states.—
Tom Rogers,
Newsweek,
21 Feb. 2025
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This sows the seeds of an environment where children not only learn core subjects but also develop critical thinking, imagination, and collaboration skills.—
Hilary Tetenbaum,
USA TODAY,
21 Feb. 2025
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In addition to being found in soil, small amounts of heavy metals can be spotted naturally in the environment, including in food products, due to air, water, and soil exposure, according to the Girl Scouts.—
Jonathan Limehouse,
USA TODAY,
1 Mar. 2025
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The grille panel at the vehicle's front-end also extends forward and drops down to serve as a curved loveseat for enjoying some fresh air.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
1 Mar. 2025
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My birthday came around, and my date took me to a fun restaurant with great ambience and food.—
Harriette Cole,
The Mercury News,
14 Feb. 2025
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The music incorporates sounds of modern jazz, oscillating between background ambience and intense bursts that mirror the story’s rising tension.—
Joseph Strauss,
Sun Sentinel,
15 Jan. 2025
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It was considered the largest investment in climate action in American history, earmarking $369 billion to clean energy and climate projects with the goal of getting the U.S. to net zero emissions by 2030 and boosting American industrial production in the process.—
Simmone Shah,
TIME,
27 Feb. 2025
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This rare geopolitical climate may not bode well for Iran's prospects of finally receiving state-of-the-art Russian weaponry.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
27 Feb. 2025
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His take, the curry shrimp burger, brings the bold aromas of herbs and Scotch bonnet peppers to a shrimp patty served on a warm brioche bun and topped with a mango pickled slaw, arugula, and a signature curry mango aioli.—
Jessica Fields,
Essence,
21 Feb. 2025
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The sprays use essential oils to create nuanced aromas inspired by dreamy settings and are designed to fragrance rooms, sheets, and even cars.—
Jenny Berg,
Allure,
20 Feb. 2025
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Its sound quality is superb, with deep bass and crisp, clear vocals, and the DTS Headphone:X surround tech adds a lot to the experience.—
Shubham Yewale,
PCMAG,
25 Feb. 2025
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Perhaps its most enviable detail, however, was the stunning wood-burning fireplace that sat in a corner of the living room, with an intricate brick surround that stretched up to the second floor.—
Katie Schultz,
Architectural Digest,
25 Feb. 2025
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“Atmosphere.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/atmosphere. Accessed 6 Mar. 2025.
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