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as in mansion
a large impressive residence
the estates of multimillionaires line the shores of this ocean resort
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as in health
a state of being or fitness
the mayor pronounced the city's schools to be in their best estate ever
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as in class
one of the segments of society into which people are grouped
the passionate belief that a society is judged by how well it treats and cares for those in the lowest estate
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Recent Examples of estate
Generational Wealth Transfer And Estate Planning Advantages Family offices can pass real estate assets to future generations with minimal tax liability through proper estate planning and strategic tax structuring.
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Dj Van Keuren, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025
The Hollywood producer purchased the then-unfinished estate more than 25 years ago for just over $6 million and spent years finishing and perfecting it.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 26 Mar. 2025
Situated on an eight-acre private estate in Pasyala surrounded by wild jungles and plantations, The Beekeeper Sri Lanka offers a unique retreat for those seeking privacy and seclusion during their recovery journey.
—Kara Markley Sterling, USA Today, 26 Mar. 2025
Reviewing and updating estate plans regularly ensures that your wealth transitions smoothly to heirs while staying within the bounds of current laws.
—Blake Harris, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
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Dj Van Keuren, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025
The Hollywood producer purchased the then-unfinished estate more than 25 years ago for just over $6 million and spent years finishing and perfecting it.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 26 Mar. 2025
Situated on an eight-acre private estate in Pasyala surrounded by wild jungles and plantations, The Beekeeper Sri Lanka offers a unique retreat for those seeking privacy and seclusion during their recovery journey.
—Kara Markley Sterling, USA Today, 26 Mar. 2025
Reviewing and updating estate plans regularly ensures that your wealth transitions smoothly to heirs while staying within the bounds of current laws.
—Blake Harris, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for estate
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Ultimately, Jacob and Spencer set the mansion on fire to destroy any evidence of what happened there.—
Monica Mercuri,
Forbes.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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When the Gilded Age architect Thomas Hastings put up the mansion, in 1914, it was conceived as a residence for the family as well as for the collection.—
Adam Gopnik,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2025
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When using commercial pet food recommendations, always adjust based on your pet's age, activity level, and health status.—
Newsweek Staff,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Apr. 2025
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The Biden administration received intense criticism of an intentional effort to hide his health decline.—
Katy Golvala,
Hartford Courant,
5 Apr. 2025
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Mount Dora Christian Academy 4 Weight classes (first place & locals in top 5): 119 – 1.—
Steve Gorches,
The Orlando Sentinel,
6 Apr. 2025
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In that light, Judges presiding over class action matters must take special care to ensure the settlement is fair to the class members.—
Joe Sabin,
Forbes.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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Under Danone, Horizon stopped sourcing milk in New England entirely and dropped 89 organic dairy farms, upending the businesses of families that had supplied Horizon for years.—
Chloe Sorvino,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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In the short term, more is being allotted to farms and communities in Central and Southern California.—
Ryan Fonseca,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Apr. 2025
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Where to Stay: Located in the city’s historic center, Downtown Mexico is a 17th-century manor turned boutique hotel with a rare rooftop pool.—
Jen Murphy,
Outside Online,
21 Mar. 2025
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The journey ends in Oxfordshire for a gala dinner in a 15th-century manor.—
Blane Bachelor,
AFAR Media,
5 Mar. 2025
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Some of your co-stars have described treacherous filming conditions in Thailand.—
Ethan Shanfeld,
Variety,
8 Apr. 2025
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The Beaufort area experienced several flash flood warnings a day earlier amid severe weather conditions, but the water levels had subsided significantly by the time of the crash, according to KSDK.—
Danielle Wallace,
FOXNews.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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Barber also said its completion marked a new level of repair capabilities for advanced stealth fighters.—
Emily Mae Czachor,
CBS News,
10 Apr. 2025
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The eggs are made from a durable fiberglass blend and feature a flat bottom to remain steady at surface level.—
Nora Colomer,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Huston was forced to evacuate her ranch in the Sierra Nevada mountain range during the event.—
Zack Sharf,
Variety,
10 Apr. 2025
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Dillon’s journey to running the ranch took an unexpected turn through the restaurant industry.—
Ethan Stone,
USA Today,
7 Apr. 2025
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“Estate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/estate. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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