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as in mansion
a large impressive residence
the estates of multimillionaires line the shores of this ocean resort
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as in health
a state of being or fitness
the mayor pronounced the city's schools to be in their best estate ever
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as in class
one of the segments of society into which people are grouped
the passionate belief that a society is judged by how well it treats and cares for those in the lowest estate
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Recent Examples of estate
The unique and upscale retreat is situated on the former estate of poet Myron Benton, a contemporary of John Burroughs, Ralph Waldo Emerson, and Henry David Thoreau.
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Ariel Okin, Vogue, 22 Jan. 2025
Who heads an estate varies widely, from the mothers of Miller and Peep to a more collaborative approach, like in the case of DMX between his family and Artist Legacy Group, a company specializing in music estate management.
—Grant Rindner, Variety, 22 Jan. 2025
Spencer’s estate and Brown are asking the court to deny the mall’s sale or delay the sale until there are assurances creditors will be able to recover their claims.
—Catherine Muccigrosso, Charlotte Observer, 22 Jan. 2025
Lisa Marie was the only child of Elvis Presley and Priscilla and she was buried at her father’s Graceland estate in Memphis next to Elvis and her son, Benjamin, who died by suicide in 2020.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 13 Jan. 2025
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Ariel Okin, Vogue, 22 Jan. 2025
Who heads an estate varies widely, from the mothers of Miller and Peep to a more collaborative approach, like in the case of DMX between his family and Artist Legacy Group, a company specializing in music estate management.
—Grant Rindner, Variety, 22 Jan. 2025
Spencer’s estate and Brown are asking the court to deny the mall’s sale or delay the sale until there are assurances creditors will be able to recover their claims.
—Catherine Muccigrosso, Charlotte Observer, 22 Jan. 2025
Lisa Marie was the only child of Elvis Presley and Priscilla and she was buried at her father’s Graceland estate in Memphis next to Elvis and her son, Benjamin, who died by suicide in 2020.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 13 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for estate
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Joining Bezos in the lavish Miami real estate market are David and Victoria Beckham, who opted to purchase their $80 million mansion on the Miami Beach waterfront.—
John Yoo and John Shu,
Newsweek,
24 Jan. 2025
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The same area saw a devastating blaze in 2017, when the Skirball fire burned 475 acres and destroyed multiple mansions, including one owned by Rupert Murdoch.—
Mike Ives,
New York Times,
23 Jan. 2025
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Given their effectiveness at causing weight loss and improving health, GLP-1 drugs will likely become more common and increase in use, Hackensack’s Kipnis predicted.—
Melissa Rudy,
Fox News,
23 Jan. 2025
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According to a presentation prepared by Nick Robbins, chief executive officer of Returning Home, a residential substance abuse treatment program would offer assistance in areas including mental health, education, physical health, legal support and community reintegration.—
Tom Sissom,
arkansasonline.com,
23 Jan. 2025
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The Clippers have some clear long-term objectives, such as keeping the powder dry for the 2026 and 2027 free-agent classes.—
Eric Koreen,
The Athletic,
24 Jan. 2025
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But climate change poses an existential threat to all Californians, regardless of political affiliation, class, or celebrity.—
Hannah Giorgis,
The Atlantic,
24 Jan. 2025
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Undocumented immigrants account for about 20% of the agriculture industry's overall workforce, although that figure can rise to roughly half for some speciality farms, according to Capital Economics, which advises large investors.—
Megan Cerullo,
CBS News,
23 Jan. 2025
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While Congress determines much of the department’s funding levels, the agriculture secretary can still exert great influence over federal food and farm policy.—
Linda Qiu,
New York Times,
23 Jan. 2025
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Qualley is set to play a governess who is taking care of children in a remote gothic manor while hiding her psychopathic tendencies.—
Samantha Bergeson,
IndieWire,
20 Jan. 2025
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See which remarkable manors and estates have stood in for royal homes throughout history.—
Alex Apatoff,
People.com,
13 Jan. 2025
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The weather conditions — with little wind in the forecast — should be great for the passing games.—
Jesse Newell,
Kansas City Star,
25 Jan. 2025
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Dozens of employees across the government, many of whom spoke on the condition of anonymity because of worries of retribution, described agencies gripped with uncertainty about how to implement the new policies and workers frantically trying to assess the impact on their careers and families.—
Erica L. Green,
New York Times,
25 Jan. 2025
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Shooting at a magical level while largely shutting down the nation’s top scoring offense, UCLA romped its way to a 94-70 victory over Iowa that did more than stop a four-game losing streak.—
Ben Bolch,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Jan. 2025
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Jurin then compared the level of risk with the larger risk of dying from contracting actual smallpox and found that inoculation was safer.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN,
18 Jan. 2025
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Set on a 37,000-acre ranch along the Blackfoot River, the resort features 28 luxury homes and 36 glamping tents done up in modern western style.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA TODAY,
28 Jan. 2025
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The director grew up in northeastern Florida on a working cattle ranch.—
Mia Galuppo,
The Hollywood Reporter,
25 Jan. 2025
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“Estate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/estate. Accessed 31 Jan. 2025.
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