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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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
Kate Kassin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 May 2025
Photo : Become Legendary An aerial view shows the home enveloped in a tight cluster of trees and foliage.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 21 May 2025
Alexandra Talty, New York Times, 17 May 2025
People smoked fentanyl in plain sight and clustered at the usual spots: around the public library, the Burnside St. McDonald’s, along Alder St., in the parking lot beneath the closed Montessori school.
—Jason Motlagh, Rolling Stone, 27 Apr. 2025
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Noun
The satisfyingly savory dessert emerges in a retro glass with contrasting layers of coconut-pandan ice cream, neon green pandan jelly noodles, clusters of sweet red beans, dark and rich gula melaka syrup, and a sprinkle of puffed rice.
—Kate Kassin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 May 2025
Photo : Become Legendary An aerial view shows the home enveloped in a tight cluster of trees and foliage.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 21 May 2025
Verb
Now there are 18, clustered mostly in the Midwest and on the East Coast.
—Alexandra Talty, New York Times, 17 May 2025
People smoked fentanyl in plain sight and clustered at the usual spots: around the public library, the Burnside St. McDonald’s, along Alder St., in the parking lot beneath the closed Montessori school.
—Jason Motlagh, Rolling Stone, 27 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cluster
Noun
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Bib & Tucker Small Batch 6-year-old Bourbon, 46% ABV A small batch bourbon aged for 6 years, known for its smoothness and character.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2025
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Last month, a Los Angeles judge ruled that Sony was no longer obligated to provide episodes to CBS, which has served for decades as the conduit, delivering batches of episodes to television stations around the country.—
Meg James,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2025
Noun
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When in a forest, stay in proximity to shorter tree groupings.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
26 May 2025
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That line will start sailing on June 17, with KMTC providing one vessel to the grouping.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
21 May 2025
Verb
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During Atlanta’s first preseason workout, Griner gathered a few younger players and delivered some hard truths.—
Ben Pickman,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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Each evening at 6 p.m. sharp, the exclusive cadre that are the guests of Capella gather to rub elbows and swap stories.—
Christopher Cameron,
Robb Report,
22 May 2025
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But the officials huddled and correctly put seven seconds back on the clock, spotting the ball at the 1-yard line.—
David Ubben,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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In a postgame huddle, some Aledo players shared tears and thoughts on the 2025 season.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 May 2025
Noun
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The Charlotte metro area boasts a stunning array of public lakes, each with its own charm and recreational opportunities.—
Melissa Oyler,
Charlotte Observer,
22 May 2025
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Founded in 2016, Plus is partnering with an array of companies that include Amazon, Bosch, DSV, Hyundai Motor Company, Iveco Group, Luminar, Scania / MAN / International (formerly Navistar) of the TRATON GROUP, and Transurban.—
Ed Garsten,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
Noun
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Israel imposed a blockade on all supplies entering Gaza in March, saying Hamas was seizing supplies meant for civilians - a charge the group denies.—
Nidal al-Mughrabi,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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All four of the largest racial/ethnic groups saw enrollments grow at the undergraduate level, led by a 10.3 % increase among Black students, followed by gains of 6.7% for Asians, 5.3% for Hispanics, and 1.8% for white students.—
Michael T. Nietzel,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
Verb
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At The Donum Estate, Oracle has found not just a physical home, but a spiritual one—a place where Biggers’ layered histories, material choices, and contemplative intentions converge into a singular, powerful experience.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
28 May 2025
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Allan described the three converging fronts of the perfect storm: AI is creating more code than ever.—
Tony Bradley,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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Some themes are crowded, with high valuations already priced in.—
Gianluca Sidoti,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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The contest to replace Newsom in California is crowded, with leading candidates including former U.S. Rep. Katie Porter, former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa and former Biden administration health secretary Xavier Becerra.—
Michael R. Blood,
Chicago Tribune,
22 May 2025
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“Cluster.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cluster. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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