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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
Daniel Peck, ABC News, 23 Mar. 2025
The prospect of electric air vehicles to cut down on pollution is appealing, and the Cyclotech system could be the key that unlocks Urban air mobility.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 22 Mar. 2025
Alamin Yohannes, EW.com, 14 Mar. 2025
Koh Samui is back in the spotlight as Season 3 of HBO’s The White Lotus began airing on February 16, 2025.
—Emese MacZko, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
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Noun
Marginally cold air should limit snow accumulation to just a few slushy inches across some of the highest elevations.
—Daniel Peck, ABC News, 23 Mar. 2025
The prospect of electric air vehicles to cut down on pollution is appealing, and the Cyclotech system could be the key that unlocks Urban air mobility.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 22 Mar. 2025
Verb
In the episode, which airs April 4, Mickey will team up with her nephew Bode Leone (Max Thieriot) to investigate a murder attempt on her father, Wes Fox (W. Earl Brown).
—Alamin Yohannes, EW.com, 14 Mar. 2025
Koh Samui is back in the spotlight as Season 3 of HBO’s The White Lotus began airing on February 16, 2025.
—Emese MacZko, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for air
Noun
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Fueled by infectious melodies and a smooth production, the Puerto Rican star sings about conquering an attractive woman who’s the object of his desire.—
Jessica Roiz,
Billboard,
21 Mar. 2025
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The songs were deemed different enough in their melody, harmony, rhythm and lyrics to not infringe on copyright.—
Marina Watts,
People.com,
20 Mar. 2025
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Pairing it with the console was a breeze, but connectivity to a PC proved a real sticking point.—
Matt Gardner,
Forbes,
16 Mar. 2025
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The stainless steel exterior keeps beverages cold for a whopping 24 hours, and a convenient carrying loop makes toting this bottle through the airport a breeze while also keeping it easily accessible.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
14 Mar. 2025
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The lingering fumes of attention and magical aura somehow still surround the oddball Rodgers like the cloud of dirt around Pig-Pen in the Peanuts comic strip.—
Greg Cote,
Miami Herald,
13 Mar. 2025
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Any positive vibe will be welcome and in stark contrast to the negative aura that engulfed last season’s NFC Championship reign.—
Cam Inman,
The Mercury News,
8 Mar. 2025
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There’s a real power in the Chocolate Drops getting back together at this moment in time, after the group helped spawn so many new acts in the past decade.—
Jonathan Bernstein,
Rolling Stone,
23 Mar. 2025
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Opening acts in select cities include Marshmello, The All-American Rejects and Boys Like Girls.—
Mitchell Peters,
Billboard,
23 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Arab nations have voiced strong opposition, advocating instead for a multibillion-dollar reconstruction plan to allow Palestinians to remain in Gaza.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
14 Mar. 2025
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Classic research published in Communication Monographs shows that when a partner is perceived as potentially aggressive, individuals are less likely to voice concerns about controlling behaviors.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes,
13 Mar. 2025
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While all of the songs are performed in their original Spanish, the dialogue is completely in English.—
Nicholas Ducassi,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Mar. 2025
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But the end result is a mish-mash of unnecessary updates, lackluster new songs (again, the Broadway score is RIGHT THERE), and a disregard for what made the tale as old as time, well, timeless.—
Staff Author,
EW.com,
22 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Fully exhale each breath, emptying your lungs as much as possible, making your exhales longer than your inhales.—
Dana Santas,
CNN,
23 Mar. 2025
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That opening leads to something powerful: reconnection through sound — with your breath, your thoughts, your memories, your emotions — sometimes even with other people.—
Bill Schiffmiller,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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Instead, the stage remained in orbit for nearly three weeks before falling back into the atmosphere on February 19, scattering debris fragments at several locations in Poland.—
Stephen Clark,
Ars Technica,
14 Mar. 2025
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In lieu of narrative progression, Lund is singularly intent on generating an atmosphere that makes the viewer feel like they’re perched in the bleachers.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
14 Mar. 2025
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“Air.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/air. Accessed 28 Mar. 2025.
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