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as in look
the outward form of someone or something especially as indicative of a quality
the orchestra's musical director has a very stately presence
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Recent Examples of presence
This change reportedly caused upset amongst several individuals within WWE, as the sudden shift in focus placed The Rock's presence above that of the other performers involved in the event.
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Dan Perry, Newsweek, 28 Feb. 2025
Finding water on the moon is a high priority for NASA as the agency works to establish a sustainable human presence there through its Artemis program.
—Brett Tingley, Space.com, 28 Feb. 2025
There was a heavy police presence at the state Capitol on Thursday as activists protested the bill.
—Elaine Mallon, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 28 Feb. 2025
In the meantime, the company has also officially partnered with Major League Baseball, further cementing the game’s U.S. presence.
—Julius Miller, Los Angeles Times, 28 Feb. 2025
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Dan Perry, Newsweek, 28 Feb. 2025
Finding water on the moon is a high priority for NASA as the agency works to establish a sustainable human presence there through its Artemis program.
—Brett Tingley, Space.com, 28 Feb. 2025
There was a heavy police presence at the state Capitol on Thursday as activists protested the bill.
—Elaine Mallon, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 28 Feb. 2025
In the meantime, the company has also officially partnered with Major League Baseball, further cementing the game’s U.S. presence.
—Julius Miller, Los Angeles Times, 28 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for presence
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At sufficient proximity to a star, only hot Jupiters have the mass required to retain an atmosphere—all other planets get stripped to their bare, rocky core.—
Dakotah Tyler,
Scientific American,
18 Feb. 2025
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Context: Boston-Edison has a unique combination of historic charm, stately homes and proximity to downtown and Woodward Avenue.—
Joe Guillen,
Axios,
18 Feb. 2025
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The royal’s first LFW look—a silky dressing-gown style dress by Bellville Sassoon—showed a bright twenty-something whose eyes lit up at clothing rails, according to her stylist Anna Harvey.—
Alice Newbold,
Vogue,
22 Feb. 2025
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His huge figure — heavy set and a towering 6-foot-3 — only accentuated the impact of his outlandish looks.—
Tom Faber,
New York Times,
22 Feb. 2025
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Packed with glycerin, this viral setting spray gives your skin a dewy, refreshed finish while keeping your makeup locked in place—no creasing or flaking in sight for up to 24 hours of wear.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
24 Feb. 2025
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In light of the current uncertain macroeconomic environment characterized by rate cuts and multiple conflicts, could BABA face a situation similar to that of 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 and underperform the S&P over the next 12 months – or is a recovery in sight?—
Trefis Team,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
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Actually haven’t really got lured into any TV appearances or anything like that.—
Seth Abramovitch,
The Hollywood Reporter,
26 Feb. 2025
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During an appearance on New York Times‘ Popcast, The Abbot was asked how the lack of support from New York City’s chief Hip-Hop radio station affected the crew, as the ban occurred at the peak of their popularity.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
26 Feb. 2025
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The results spell an unlikely third-act triumph for the 69-year-old, who just seven years ago was seen as a failed politician fully reconciled to ending his career as a wealthy lobbyist and member of numerous company boards.—
Thomas Escritt,
USA TODAY,
24 Feb. 2025
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This also gives a manufacturing company like Dodge the chance to refine their approach before expanding to other series.—
Mark Joseph,
Newsweek,
23 Feb. 2025
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The interview, which focused on attitudes toward Israel, sparked controversy, and even Shari Redstone, the controlling shareholder of Paramount Global, rebuked CBS News executives for slamming the correspondent.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
19 Feb. 2025
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Putin praised this new US attitude towards his country.—
Ivana Kottasová,
CNN,
19 Feb. 2025
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At the Raw on Netflix premiere, The Rock displayed a more amicable demeanor, sharing friendly interactions with both Rhodes and Reigns, further blurring the lines of his potential future involvement.—
Ross Rosenfeld,
Newsweek,
25 Feb. 2025
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Still — despite her professional demeanor — her sensuality is undeniable.—
Athena Sobhan,
People.com,
23 Feb. 2025
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With tenderness and love for its protagonist, the film touches on the unshakeable bond between man, animal, and nature in a profoundly touching manner.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
20 Feb. 2025
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Palm trees, like Angelenos, can go on forever, in one manner or another.—
Patt Morrison,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Feb. 2025
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“Presence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/presence. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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