1
as in batch
a number of things considered as a unit
a cluster of stars in the southern sky
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2
as in grouping
a usually small number of persons considered as a unit
a small cluster of reporters waited by the courthouse door
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1
as in to gather
to come together into one body or place
the mice clustered together into a small burrow
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as in to huddle
to gather into a closely packed group
all the cottages are clustered on one end of the lake
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Recent Examples of cluster
Rachel Frazin, The Hill, 3 Apr. 2025
In fact, the condition has systemic implications: Many people with HS experience other medical conditions like obesity, metabolic syndrome (a cluster of risk factors that can lead to heart disease, stroke, or type 2 diabetes), and depression.
—Team Verywell Health, Verywell Health, 3 Apr. 2025
Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 14 Mar. 2025
Experts say the four recent accidents should not be viewed as a systemic, nationwide problem, but rather as four random events that happened to cluster together in time.
—Jeffrey Kluger, TIME, 11 Feb. 2025
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Noun
This division has worked on issues such as asthma and air pollution, climate change and health, childhood lead poisoning and cancer clusters.
—Rachel Frazin, The Hill, 3 Apr. 2025
In fact, the condition has systemic implications: Many people with HS experience other medical conditions like obesity, metabolic syndrome (a cluster of risk factors that can lead to heart disease, stroke, or type 2 diabetes), and depression.
—Team Verywell Health, Verywell Health, 3 Apr. 2025
Verb
As might be expected, many of the orange spots were clustered around downtown.
—Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 14 Mar. 2025
Experts say the four recent accidents should not be viewed as a systemic, nationwide problem, but rather as four random events that happened to cluster together in time.
—Jeffrey Kluger, TIME, 11 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cluster
Noun
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Pascal seemed a natural choice along with Heyman to steer the next batch of Bond films.—
Mike Fleming Jr,
Deadline,
2 Apr. 2025
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In addition to the Butternut Squash Ravioli, the recall extends to select batches of Lean Cuisine Spinach Artichoke Ravioli, Lean Cuisine Lemon Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry, and STOUFFER'S Party Size Chicken Lasagna.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2025
Noun
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When in a forest, stay in proximity to shorter tree groupings.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Apr. 2025
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Often these puzzling areas create room for vignettes, an expressive grouping — of candles, plants or photos in a nook intended for deep conversations.—
Kathryn Streeter,
USA Today,
7 Apr. 2025
Verb
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This sort of detail is what McGavin appreciates in the stories she’s gathered.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
4 Apr. 2025
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As the trend gathered steam, Democratic President Bill Clinton vetoed 37 bills in his two terms.—
David M. Drucker,
Mercury News,
4 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Others huddled in conversation in the Great Hall and in what was once the library of Andrew Carnegie’s uptown manse.—
Rosemary Feitelberg,
Footwear News,
4 Apr. 2025
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In Kentucky, Misty Vincent huddled in a bathtub with her four children and two pets as the storm ramped up overnight.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
3 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Replacing these with a small array of QRF sensor heads would provide a significant advantage by reducing physical detectability.—
Paul Lipman,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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The brand, which is a nod to his middle name, launched in January 2019 with an array of T-shirts, sweatshirts and shorts, along with a collection of beige corduroy pieces, emblazoned with the Drew logo and a smiley face.—
Catherine Santino,
People.com,
4 Apr. 2025
Noun
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According to a previous concert poster, the rock group was scheduled to co-headline the festival's opening day with Def Leppard.—
Marina Watts,
People.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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One of the Lonely Island's raunchiest songs aired uncensored on Saturday Night Live — which totally surprised the members of the group.—
Wesley Stenzel,
EW.com,
5 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Lady in the Lake When the disappearance of a young girl grips the city of Baltimore in 1966, the lives of two women converge on a fatal collision course.—
Scott Feinberg,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Apr. 2025
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These brave ants converge upon the intruders, initiating a final, irreversible act of self-destruction.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The Blackhawks’ blue line is getting crowded with young and exciting talent.—
Mark Lazerus,
New York Times,
7 Apr. 2025
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Least crowded: Saturday before (2.21 million). Tuesday before (2.25 million).—
NerdWallet,
Mercury News,
7 Apr. 2025
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“Cluster.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cluster. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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