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as in breeze
a slight or gentle movement of air
we sailed into the bay on a light air and just in time to enjoy a spectacular sunset
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as in aura
a special quality or impression associated with something
Naomi's the only person I know who can wear old jeans and a T-shirt with an air of elegance
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as in act
airs plural
a display of emotion or behavior that is insincere or intended to deceive
ever since she joined the country club she's been putting on airs of being too "high society" for us ordinary folks
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as in to voice
to make known (as an idea, emotion, or opinion)
suggested we air any complaints about the seating arrangements to the person who actually planned the event
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Recent Examples of air
Scott Campbell, Travel + Leisure, 6 Apr. 2025
Tsunoda then spent the second stint starting at the rear wing of Fernando Alonso’s Aston Martin, again toiling in the dirty air.
—Luke Smith, New York Times, 6 Apr. 2025
Nick Caruso, TVLine, 7 Apr. 2025
In an post published after the episode aired, Moore thanked supporters who stood by her during a turbulent Season 16, while avoiding direct reference to the controversy.
—Jenni Fink, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Apr. 2025
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Noun
The Lounge The Plane The Seat The Amenities The Food
The Entertainment
The Service
The Verdict
Before the days of cramped cabins, chaotic boarding zones, and the ever-diminishing legroom, air travel promised a sense of exclusivity.
—Scott Campbell, Travel + Leisure, 6 Apr. 2025
Tsunoda then spent the second stint starting at the rear wing of Fernando Alonso’s Aston Martin, again toiling in the dirty air.
—Luke Smith, New York Times, 6 Apr. 2025
Verb
In addition to the globally successful board game, a Monopoly game show aired for one season on ABC in 1990.
—Nick Caruso, TVLine, 7 Apr. 2025
In an post published after the episode aired, Moore thanked supporters who stood by her during a turbulent Season 16, while avoiding direct reference to the controversy.
—Jenni Fink, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for air
Noun
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Her stacked, lo-fi melodies are reminiscent of Ethel Cain’s, and her lyrics are lovelorn and narratively rich.—
Stephen Thomas Erlewine,
Rolling Stone,
15 Mar. 2025
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The film begins with a long, looong shot of a car driving along a remote, winding road as a droning, two-note melody plays on the soundtrack.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
14 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Not to mention, a one-piece will make getting ready for your graduation an absolute breeze.—
Kelsey Stewart,
Glamour,
27 Mar. 2025
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The smooth porcelain interior heats up evenly and is a breeze to clean.—
Isabel Garcia,
People.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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His aura became an asset, one that marketers could learn from.—
Jeetendr Sehdev,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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But as the man who lived the city’s motto, ‘Out of Darkness Cometh Light’, his god-like aura shines as brightly as ever.—
Steve Madeley,
New York Times,
28 Mar. 2025
Noun
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By the 1870s, the filibuster had become both a fixture of the political process and a noun — though it was initially applied to the person who gave the speeches, rather than the act of speaking itself, Merriam-Webster says.—
Rachel Treisman,
NPR,
4 Apr. 2025
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Dine on everything from pate en croute to Faroe Island salmon while taking in a performance from a wide-range of legendary performers: this spring alone sees acts from Glee’s Matthew Morrison to Jeff Goldblum.—
Elise Taylor,
Vogue,
4 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The Illinois residents who want to separate from Illinois share some of the complaints voiced by Mainers in the 19th century.—
Made by History,
Time,
7 Apr. 2025
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That #4 servant automaton is Kelex, Superman's main assistant from comic books, here voiced by Alan Tudyk.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
7 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The sixteen-time Grammy Award-winner has written original songs for the new Broadway comedy, which brings animator Max Fleischer's iconic cartoon character Betty Boop to the stage.—
Dave Quinn,
People.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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Together, the Beatles wrote more than 300 songs, were nominated for 25 Grammy Awards, won eight, and starred in five movies.—
Janet Loehrke,
USA Today,
6 Apr. 2025
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After the initial whiplash and loss of breath, I was hooked.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
5 Apr. 2025
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As the market holds its breath, the toll is already undeniable.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
4 Apr. 2025
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But beneath driving rain and amid a thunderous atmosphere, the home side had staged a stirring fightback, scoring four goals without reply to seize control of their destiny in the competition.—
Tom Williams,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2025
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Project Drawdown is renowned for identifying and promoting practical climate solutions to reduce greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.—
Afdhel Aziz,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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“Air.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/air. Accessed 17 Apr. 2025.
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