as in characteristic
something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind
honesty is one of her defining traits
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Recent Examples of trait
His serenity amid the trials that tend to burden most mortals is its own distinct trait in the two-time NFL and Super Bowl MVP.
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Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star, 16 Jan. 2025
For many of us, the traits that have served us well—self-sufficiency, stoicism, and the ability to shut out distractions—may also be the barriers preventing us from embracing the deeper, more transformative aspects of life.
—Alan Fleischmann, TIME, 15 Jan. 2025
Most genes influence many facets of our being—our health, our physical traits, our personality—and only a fraction of those interactions have been investigated.
—Kristen V. Brown, The Atlantic, 15 Jan. 2025
With all the negative traits, the Yankees likely don't see him as a fit for their 2025 lineup.
—Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 7 Jan. 2025
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Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star, 16 Jan. 2025
For many of us, the traits that have served us well—self-sufficiency, stoicism, and the ability to shut out distractions—may also be the barriers preventing us from embracing the deeper, more transformative aspects of life.
—Alan Fleischmann, TIME, 15 Jan. 2025
Most genes influence many facets of our being—our health, our physical traits, our personality—and only a fraction of those interactions have been investigated.
—Kristen V. Brown, The Atlantic, 15 Jan. 2025
With all the negative traits, the Yankees likely don't see him as a fit for their 2025 lineup.
—Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 7 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for trait
Noun
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This is definitely the characteristic of Desolas, as there is barely the faintest whiff of smoke.—
Richard Carleton Hacker,
Robb Report,
24 Jan. 2025
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All in all, the benefits of companion plants really boil down to the individual growing characteristics of the plants incorporated, how each of those plants interacts with their growing environment, and how other plants can utilize those characteristics and interactions.—
Anthony Reardon,
Kansas City Star,
24 Jan. 2025
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Soon after launch, players will be able to customize how Henry looks through the barber feature.—
Kristen Waggoner,
Newsweek,
22 Jan. 2025
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JetBlue in September added new features to its mobile app, such as gate information and a countdown to boarding.—
Kate Gibson,
CBS News,
22 Jan. 2025
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While the robot vacuum’s smart features and multiple cleaning options are impressive, it’s also got tons of practical attributes.—
Shea Simmons,
People.com,
27 Jan. 2025
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An apparently qualifying attribute of both Bull Connor and Tom Homan was that neither would allow any sentimental notions with regard to children stand in the way of doing their bosses’ bidding.—
David Mcgrath,
Orlando Sentinel,
26 Jan. 2025
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Both of these qualities can make the water appear sparkling blue.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
26 Jan. 2025
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William does have one redeeming quality: A black cat that keeps him company when his life decisions leave him all alone in his junky bachelor apartment.—
Katie Rife,
IndieWire,
26 Jan. 2025
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These and other attribution studies are taking on growing importance as California, Hawaii and other states sue oil companies, seeking billions of dollars in damages for effects linked to the burning of fossil fuels.—
Ian James,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Jan. 2025
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For example, Facebook skews towards an older crowd and has the best attribution tracking and pixel set up.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
9 Jan. 2025
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“Trait.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trait. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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