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as in profound
difficult for one of ordinary knowledge or intelligence to understand
metaphysics is such an esoteric subject that most people are content to leave it to the philosophers
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as in confidential
not known or meant to be known by the general populace
must have had some esoteric motive for leaving his art collection to a museum halfway around the globe
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Recent Examples of esoteric
While the issue may seem esoteric, the impact is anything but.
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Seth Joseph, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
Most of the esoteric autofocus options in mainstream cameras like the Sony a7C II and Nikon Z6III are best used for challenging scenes like team sports and wildlife.
—PCMAG, 14 Mar. 2025
Since then, hosts have included Jo Koy, who bombed, and Jerrod Carmichael, who gave an esoteric monologue pondering the value of his presence there.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 13 Mar. 2025
New esoteric spiritual movements had begun sweeping across Europe.
—Jay Cheshes, Smithsonian Magazine, 28 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for esoteric
Seth Joseph, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
Most of the esoteric autofocus options in mainstream cameras like the Sony a7C II and Nikon Z6III are best used for challenging scenes like team sports and wildlife.
—PCMAG, 14 Mar. 2025
Since then, hosts have included Jo Koy, who bombed, and Jerrod Carmichael, who gave an esoteric monologue pondering the value of his presence there.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 13 Mar. 2025
New esoteric spiritual movements had begun sweeping across Europe.
—Jay Cheshes, Smithsonian Magazine, 28 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for esoteric
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Erasing traditional industry hierarchies represents the most profound difference between the British and Swiss approach.—
Lilian Raji,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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While carbon dioxide comprises just 0.042 percent (424 ppm) of our atmosphere—up from 0.028 percent in the 1700s—its influence is profound.—
The Editors,
JSTOR Daily,
16 Apr. 2025
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The government in that case, a civil lawsuit, has relied on a 2019 local police report, which used information from a confidential informant to allege Abrego Garcia was a member of MS-13.—
Andrew Goudsward and Ted Hesson,
USA Today,
13 Apr. 2025
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The trial committee recommended that Bush receive a confidential letter of censure and a ban from serving as a strike captain for three years.—
Katie Kilkenny,
HollywoodReporter,
11 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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In 2022, a consortium of private retirement-plan providers announced a collaboration to boost the portability of small retirement accounts.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025
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On Wednesday, Biden also made private remarks to a small group of students at Harvard University’s Kennedy School.—
Amie Parnes,
The Hill,
19 Apr. 2025
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Chia seed water can also be a secret weapon for preventing traveler's constipation and supporting regular bowel movements.1 Chia Seed Nutrition Chia seeds are a small yet nutrient-dense food.—
Sohaib Imtiaz,
Verywell Health,
16 Apr. 2025
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When Charlie reveals a secret passion project, and professional lines begin to blur, the two forge an unexpected bond that will teach them both how to live.—
Katcy Stephan,
Variety,
16 Apr. 2025
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Cargo services will open in Sylhet on April 27, with Chattogram following suit and an undisclosed date.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
21 Apr. 2025
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One plaintiff, elevator operator Owen Diaz, settled in March 2024 for undisclosed terms after a $3.2 million jury verdict.—
Reuters,
CNN Money,
18 Apr. 2025
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“Esoteric.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/esoteric. Accessed 27 Apr. 2025.
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