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as in peninsula
an area of high ground jutting out into a body of water beyond the line of the coast
from atop the ness, there was a beautiful view of the coastline as it stretched for miles into the distance
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as in cape
an area of land that juts out into a body of water
the little skiff rounded the tip of the ness
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Recent Examples of ness
Watching Joel morph into a full human again in a post-apocalyptic world — if, indeed, that is what’s happening — is lovely, a testament not only to the value of grieving but also the schedule-less-ness of it.
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Matthew Gilbert, BostonGlobe.com, 16 Feb. 2023
This was supposed to be the year of normal-ish-ness.
—Theresa Vargas, Washington Post, 8 Dec. 2022
Diana’s obsession American symbols of privilege and their distinctly un-British embrace of casual-ness.
—Rachel Tashjian, Harper's BAZAAR, 14 Nov. 2022
The original Larry’s Ice Cream has been selling its sweet chill-ness in Coral Springs since 1986.
—Phillip Valys, Sun Sentinel, 5 Oct. 2022
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Matthew Gilbert, BostonGlobe.com, 16 Feb. 2023
This was supposed to be the year of normal-ish-ness.
—Theresa Vargas, Washington Post, 8 Dec. 2022
Diana’s obsession American symbols of privilege and their distinctly un-British embrace of casual-ness.
—Rachel Tashjian, Harper's BAZAAR, 14 Nov. 2022
The original Larry’s Ice Cream has been selling its sweet chill-ness in Coral Springs since 1986.
—Phillip Valys, Sun Sentinel, 5 Oct. 2022
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The Post said the power vacuum could compromise Seoul's ability to respond to possible changes in trade policy given President-elect Donald Trump's threats to seek higher tariffs and suggestion that South Korea should pay high amounts for the 30,000 American troops on the peninsula.Stephan Pechdimaldji, Newsweek, 14 Dec. 2024
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Healing from the inside-out at Euphoria Retreat, Greece Hidden away in Greece’s olive-rich Peloponnese peninsula, Euphoria Retreat has recently launched 360-degree Euphoria Methodos Advanced Medical Programs.Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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During this time, the designer cultivated a signature look—body-conscious gowns that were often covered in dazzling crystals and sequins, and punctuated with fabulous feather boas or capes.Christian Allaire, Vogue, 5 Dec. 2024
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Joe Burrow is ready to sport a different kind of uniform — one with a suit and cape.Shyla Watson, People.com, 5 Dec. 2024
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Police at one point said the fatalities included four victims plus the shooter, but later lowered the number to two.Jonathan Limehouse, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
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According to a video caught by bystanders, the two could be seen interacting with each other at one point by having a money throwing competition.Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 16 Dec. 2024
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The only other options are to trade for an arm at the top of their rotation, or admit defeat once again and validate their nay-sayers.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Toronto also picked up right-handed reliever Nick Sandlin, a very effective guy against hitters on both sides of the plate despite a lower arm slot thanks to a plus splitter.Keith Law, The Athletic, 11 Dec. 2024
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Tread the sand of Laguna Beach past Halfway Rock to Cactus Point, the latter a rocky promontory with a tunnel near the surf line.Dakota Kim, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2024
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Head around the promontory of Swami’s Point, which was named after Paramahansa Yogananda of the Self-Realization Fellowship (George Harrison was a fan).Dakota Kim, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2024
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Some of these include walls made of concrete or other materials, or levees which can be made natural materials such as rocks and earth.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
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Opponents of the tunnel have argued the state should instead invest in other approaches in the Delta, such as strengthening aging levees and restoring natural floodplains to reduce flood risks, while changing water management and improving existing infrastructure to protect the estuary’s health.Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 10 Dec. 2024
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Gusts up to 70 mph are possible on beaches and headlands.Hallie Golden and Christopher Weber, The Christian Science Monitor, 19 Nov. 2024
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With gusts potentially topping 35 mph – and likely faster near beaches and headlands – trees and power lines are at risk of being knocked down, the Pacific County Emergency Management Agency warned.Hallie Golden and Christopher Weber, The Christian Science Monitor, 19 Nov. 2024
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“Ness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ness. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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