objects 1 of 2

noun

Definition of objectsnext
plural of object
1
as in things
something material that can be perceived by the senses I kept tripping over countless little objects scattered about the darkened room

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as in entities
one that has a real and independent existence trying to determine whether communication with the dead is an object for study, a hoax, or a figment of the imagination

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as in purposes
something that one hopes or intends to accomplish the object of this course is to teach you algebra

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objects

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verb

present tense third-person singular of object
as in protests
to present an opposing opinion or argument they objected to the conductor's insistence that their train tickets were not valid

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for objects
  1. things
  2. entities
  3. items
  4. substances
  5. goals
  6. realities
  7. ideas
  8. objectives
Noun
  • Below, a look at five things to do now to avoid vitamin D deficiency this winter and beyond.
    Mélanie Defouilloy, Vogue, 11 Dec. 2024
  • First things first - Gimenez does a couple of things very well.
    Tony Blengino, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of things
Noun
  • Originally created under the name Horns With Heart, Texas One Fund is now one of the nation’s largest and richest entities pooling money to pay college players.
    Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Lastly, families should consider the role of digital executors—individuals or entities tasked with managing digital assets—to ensure continuity and protection in an increasingly virtual landscape.
    Matthew F. Erskine, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of entities
Noun
  • Other thoughtful gestures could include crafting handmade items, printing a photo that captures your bond or any action that demonstrates time and effort, Ward said.
    Julianna Bragg, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Since then, the enterprise has enlarged its product range to 32 items and expanded to other US areas with a prominent Polish-American population.
    Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of items
Noun
  • As of late, however, she's rehabilitated her image by focusing on her mental health, no longer self-medicating with various substances and ridding drama from her life.
    Jack Irvin, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The 100% cotton fabric uses no toxic substances or dyes when making this gorgeous blue hue.
    Kristen Philipkoski, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of substances
Noun
  • The 100% by 2035 figure is in fact a mandate, but the percentage goals between now and then are a bit more complicated.
    Russ Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Make a purposeful commitment to your goals and seek opportunities that challenge you.
    Shay Levister, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of goals
Noun
  • Every subtle shift in posture will help define whether Turkey recalibrates to new realities or clings to an outdated script.
    Guney Yildiz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The plans also portray a company management team focused on dealing with the realities of an energy transition most agree is now faltering, rather than on signaling virtue by supporting prevailing narratives.
    David Blackmon, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of realities
Noun
  • Begin with small, manageable changes that eventually add up, demonstrating to employees that your ideas are not only viable but beneficial.
    Mustafa Gandhi, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Deep learning and artificial intelligence continue to push our ideas of what’s possible, and expand the capabilities of digital systems housed on electronic hardware.
    John Werner, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of ideas
Noun
  • Responses are for informational purposes only and individuals should consider whether any general recommendation in these responses are suitable for their particular circumstances based on investment objectives, financial situation and needs.
    Amy Wagner and Steve Hruby, The Enquirer, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Emotional intelligence and rapport remain critical to aligning objectives and driving results.
    Koray Köse, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of objectives
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