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as in general
belonging or relating to the whole
do a global search and replace the misspelling throughout the whole document
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as in comprehensive
covering everything or all important points
published a global report on the plight of Third World economies
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as in spherical
having every part of the surface the same distance from the center
one of the fair's more striking pavilions was a global structure with a monorail running through its center
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Recent Examples of global
The global hockey world had a two-week look at what Columbus fans have seen all season: Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski was his silky-smooth self for the United States, totaling 0-6-6 in four games and leading the tournament in points.
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Aaron Portzline, The Athletic, 23 Feb. 2025
The 2023-2024 survey was conducted by nonprofit global policy think tank RAND Corporation.
—Kayla Jimenez, USA TODAY, 23 Feb. 2025
Players who came up through the college ranks—including Tony Meola (Virginia), Tab Ramos (NC State) and Paul Caligiuri (UCLA)— were part of a generation that put America on the global soccer map, helping end a 40-year World Cup qualifying drought in 1990.
—Luke Cyphers, Sportico.com, 23 Feb. 2025
The lithium in the brine beneath the brilliant white Atacama salt flat, which stretches out across the valley floor, has become a global resource.
—John Bartlett, NPR, 23 Feb. 2025
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Aaron Portzline, The Athletic, 23 Feb. 2025
The 2023-2024 survey was conducted by nonprofit global policy think tank RAND Corporation.
—Kayla Jimenez, USA TODAY, 23 Feb. 2025
Players who came up through the college ranks—including Tony Meola (Virginia), Tab Ramos (NC State) and Paul Caligiuri (UCLA)— were part of a generation that put America on the global soccer map, helping end a 40-year World Cup qualifying drought in 1990.
—Luke Cyphers, Sportico.com, 23 Feb. 2025
The lithium in the brine beneath the brilliant white Atacama salt flat, which stretches out across the valley floor, has become a global resource.
—John Bartlett, NPR, 23 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for global
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The former Premier League star landed in Charlotte on loan by virtue of some persistent negotiating from general manager Zoran Krneta.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
19 Feb. 2025
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The leaders of the franchise — club owner Clark Hunt, coach Andy Reid and general manager Brett Veach — will once again have to make difficult decisions to sustain the team’s success.—
Nate Taylor,
The Athletic,
19 Feb. 2025
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While cost-cutting measures can be beneficial, the current approach lacks any transparent methodology or comprehensive impact analysis.—
Tom Rogers,
Newsweek,
21 Feb. 2025
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For a more comprehensive camouflage, a dye will seal the deal.—
Deanna Pai,
Allure,
21 Feb. 2025
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Other concepts include Lunar Glass Structure, or LUNGS, which involves in-situ melting of lunar glass compounds and novel blowing techniques to make large, spherical habitats.—
Andrew Jones,
Space.com,
23 Feb. 2025
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Its pebbly, spherical red fruit are also attractive.—
Joshua Siskin,
Orange County Register,
21 Feb. 2025
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There are your generic choices (chocolate, vanilla, strawberry, coffee, banana, peanut butter, etc).—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
15 Feb. 2025
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While some transitions still use generic one-liner jingles, the addition of real pop and R&B love songs in the episodes is something the franchise has never done before — and hard to ignore while watching.—
Sydney Bucksbaum,
EW.com,
15 Feb. 2025
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Amenities include the Secret Garden Spa, known for its holistic treatments, and the Koh Thai Kitchen & Bar, which offers authentic Thai cuisine with panoramic ocean views.—
Josh Rivera,
USA TODAY,
17 Feb. 2025
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The resort has 12 ridge-top suites providing a panoramic view of the Atlantic, 12 beachfront villas and 11 private secluded villas on the resort grounds.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
14 Feb. 2025
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Simply apply a few pumps onto dry skin and gently rub your face in circular motions for at least 30 seconds.—
Denise Primbet,
Glamour,
28 Feb. 2025
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Berlin is among the most active circular economies in El Salvador, with over 150 merchants accepting Bitcoin.—
Javier Bastardo,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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Here, the brand used an intricate filtration method to eliminate any residual grains within the paint that could potentially mar the overall aesthetic.—
Cait Bazemore,
Robb Report,
28 Feb. 2025
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Even with recent gains, Black Americans are still outnumbered 12 to 1 by white people in executive roles – a gap seven times wider than found in the overall workforce at those companies.—
Jessica Guynn,
USA TODAY,
28 Feb. 2025
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The same scenario occurred in February 2021, when Democrats had full control of Congress and the presidency.—
Sudiksha Kochi,
USA TODAY,
20 Feb. 2025
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The Knicks’ ironman has dealt with right knee swelling at multiple points this season, making his absence noteworthy—especially after a full week off for the break.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
20 Feb. 2025
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“Global.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/global. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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