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as in heart
the seat of one's deepest thoughts and emotions
in my very core I knew that an injustice was being committed
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as in center
a thing or place that is of greatest importance to an activity or interest
the capitol building is the core of the political life of the state
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as in essence
the central part or aspect of something under consideration
at last, we come to the core of the issue that has been dividing us
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as in body
the main or greater part of something as distinguished from its subordinate parts
a starfish can even survive the division of its core into two parts; both halves then regenerate
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Recent Examples of core
Your hands should be under your shoulders and your knees under your hips, with your back flat and your core engaged.
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Emma Yasinski, New York Times, 23 Jan. 2025
First, unlike Marathon, which is still a shooter, this is going to be far outside that core Bungie space.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
Even as the core narrative escalates to hardened violence, Poggi and Vinel are careful to maintain a certain delicacy (a fluttering score by electronic musician Ssaliva is a guiding force here).
—J. Kim Murphy, Variety, 10 Jan. 2025
This article was produced by KFF Health News, a national newsroom that produces in-depth journalism about health issues and is one of the core operating programs at KFF — the independent source for health policy research, polling, and journalism.
—Emily Alpert Reyes, Los Angeles Times, 10 Jan. 2025
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Emma Yasinski, New York Times, 23 Jan. 2025
First, unlike Marathon, which is still a shooter, this is going to be far outside that core Bungie space.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
Even as the core narrative escalates to hardened violence, Poggi and Vinel are careful to maintain a certain delicacy (a fluttering score by electronic musician Ssaliva is a guiding force here).
—J. Kim Murphy, Variety, 10 Jan. 2025
This article was produced by KFF Health News, a national newsroom that produces in-depth journalism about health issues and is one of the core operating programs at KFF — the independent source for health policy research, polling, and journalism.
—Emily Alpert Reyes, Los Angeles Times, 10 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for core
Noun
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Being around you was like being in connection with such a deep place of heart and soul.—
Mark Olsen,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Jan. 2025
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Central to the collection are accessories such as baseball caps, canvas totes and shoelaces adorned with heart motifs in the signature Valentine’s palette of red and white.—
Ty Gaskins,
WWD,
17 Jan. 2025
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Three-deck Atrium Lobby, Walt Disney Theatre (977-capacity live productions) and Buena Vista Theatre (278-capacity cinema); family and adult pools; spa and fitness center, jogging track.—
Mark Gauert,
Sun Sentinel,
20 Jan. 2025
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If Ukraine develops its own air defense system, this would ease Kyiv's independence on the likes of the U.S. for the protection of its population centers and vital infrastructure.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
20 Jan. 2025
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Local landmarks are, in essence, silent witnesses to past eras, kingdoms, and tastes.—
Katherine McGrath,
Architectural Digest,
23 Jan. 2025
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In essence, by terming the coin as an artwork, the issuers of $TRUMP shift the coin’s primary purpose away from financial speculation and possibly the watchful eye of the Securities and Exchange Commision.—
George Nelson,
ARTnews.com,
23 Jan. 2025
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Every stair-climber, treadmill, and mat is occupied by a glistening body, each person sweating and trying to catch their breath.—
Brittany Spanos,
Rolling Stone,
21 Jan. 2025
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The Halcyon concept was the company's most recent design study featuring a low body just 4 inches off the ground featuring aerodynamic blades to control the wind around the vehicle.—
Kristen Waggoner,
Newsweek,
21 Jan. 2025
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In the midst of the Star series, Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas announced a new initiative to address the drug crisis and keep local residents from dying.—
Laura Bauer,
Kansas City Star,
16 Jan. 2025
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The fires struck at a challenging time, with the city in the midst of a post-pandemic transition that has reordered work life and left many downtown buildings with high vacancy rates.—
Michael R. Blood,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Jan. 2025
Noun
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These kind souls travel around the world just to help.—
Tamara Conniff,
The Hollywood Reporter,
13 Jan. 2025
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Carrie Nation was trying to transform the soul of her country.—
Shayla Love,
The Atlantic,
13 Jan. 2025
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That will include shifting some production — particularly control room production — from New York and Washington, D.C., to CNN’s Atlanta hub.—
Alex Weprin,
The Hollywood Reporter,
23 Jan. 2025
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The appeal lies in creating a space where New Yorkers can enjoy exceptional service, free parking (a rarity in the region), and an experience that feels just as special as a trip to Manhattan’s luxury hubs.—
Kate Hardcastle,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
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The first lady, who has consistently championed American designers throughout her time in the public eye, stayed true to her style roots with the Ralph Lauren creation.—
Ty Gaskins,
WWD,
20 Jan. 2025
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Set plants only deep enough such that their root collars (where branches meet the root system) are level with or slightly above the surrounding soil level.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
20 Jan. 2025
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“Core.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/core. Accessed 28 Jan. 2025.
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