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as in aura
a special quality or impression associated with something
the fireplace and cozy armchairs give the bookstore the atmosphere of a comfortable home
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as in environment
the circumstances, conditions, or objects by which one is surrounded
liked the quiet and scholarly atmosphere of his prep school
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Recent Examples of atmosphere
In fact, all forms of Persian rap — from street rap and gangsta to philosophical and social hip-hop — were used in the service of protest, with many works accompanied by heavy beats, dark atmospheres, and harsh narrative styles.
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Ali Farahmand, IndieWire, 23 May 2025
These reactors are uniquely suited to operate in orbit, where there's no atmosphere.
—Eileen Falkenberg-Hull, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 May 2025
Part supernatural chiller, part psychological thriller (with a dash of sub-zero cabin fever thrown in for atmosphere), The Shining is the ultimate combination of a typical horror movie and an art film.
—EW.com, 23 May 2025
All planets with atmospheres in the Solar System experience auroras, created by the interaction of magnetic fields with high-energy particles from the sun.
—Doyle Rice, USA Today, 15 May 2025
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Ali Farahmand, IndieWire, 23 May 2025
These reactors are uniquely suited to operate in orbit, where there's no atmosphere.
—Eileen Falkenberg-Hull, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 May 2025
Part supernatural chiller, part psychological thriller (with a dash of sub-zero cabin fever thrown in for atmosphere), The Shining is the ultimate combination of a typical horror movie and an art film.
—EW.com, 23 May 2025
All planets with atmospheres in the Solar System experience auroras, created by the interaction of magnetic fields with high-energy particles from the sun.
—Doyle Rice, USA Today, 15 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for atmosphere
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The aura is a hip, wide-open two-floor plan that breaks down traditional barriers, is inclusive and invites collaboration.—
Justin Kroll,
Deadline,
21 May 2025
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Despite this, there is one thing that Hogan did unbelievably well that many WWE Superstars have trouble matching to this day: his aura and presentation.—
Jeremy Hanna,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 May 2025
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But keep them out of direct light because in their native environments, they’re sheltered under the canopy of the trees.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
28 May 2025
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This issue was built around residences that offer respite from the routine: homes that are in harmony with their environment and the rhythms of their inhabitants, and that offer an unabashed sense of fantasy and locale.—
Amy Astley,
Architectural Digest,
28 May 2025
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Some say the resulting Pulitzer Prize-winning photographs, which included an image of a bloody Trump defiantly throwing his first in the air, won him the election.—
M. J. Corey,
New Yorker,
24 May 2025
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Be sure the lid is tightly sealed to limit exposure to air, moisture, and bacteria.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
24 May 2025
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Recorded live with no overdubs or edits, the performance is paired with the acoustic ambience of dripping water, echoes and natural resonance as atmospheric lighting spotlights the band.—
Tyler Jenke,
Billboard,
14 May 2025
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Shade Trees Oak trees grow very large and cast heavy shade through the summer, which can interfere with the ambience of your deck.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
7 May 2025
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Shade-Loving Flowering Shrubs Hydrangeas and azaleas need consistent moisture and protection from afternoon sun when grown in hot climates.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
22 May 2025
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This climate report is funded by MSC Cruises USA and the Lynn and Louis Wolfson II Family Foundation in partnership with Journalism Funding Partners.—
Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
22 May 2025
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This stunning wine is salmon colored in the glass with enticing aromas of apple, cherry blossom, and honeysuckle.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
29 May 2025
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That’s all thanks to the Maillard reaction, which occurs when sugars interact with the amino acids of proteins to create new, delicious flavors and aroma compounds, and also heightens the umami.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 May 2025
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In a co-op apartment in Chicago’s Gold Coat area, Sarah Montgomery Interiors added character to the living room with wood paneling and a stone fireplace surround.—
Dan Howarth,
Architectural Digest,
17 Mar. 2025
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Set on pristine white sand, the resort is an angular sandcastle of clean lines, coral surfaces, and glittering private pools that mirror the island’s milky blue surrounds.—
Elspeth Velten,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Atmosphere.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/atmosphere. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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