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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
Two years ago, holdings of the estate valued at more than $150 million were split between a group representing some of the half-siblings and another group identified with Primary Wave publishing; Primary Wave had bought out Tyka Nelson’s interests some years earlier.
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Greg Evans, Deadline, 5 Nov. 2024
After Prince’s death in 2016, Nelson and five half-siblings were named the rightful heirs to the musician’s estate (Prince had not left a will).
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 5 Nov. 2024
Brooklyn and Nicola, 29, tied the knot on April 9, 2022 on the Peltz’s family estate in Palm Beach, Fla.
Ahead of their two-year wedding anniversary, Nicola spoke with PEOPLE on how wifey life has been treating her.
—Michelle Lee, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024
Built in 1890 as a private estate, the boutique hotel pays homage to its Victorian roots with original wood panelling and stained glass windows.
—Anna Haines, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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Greg Evans, Deadline, 5 Nov. 2024
After Prince’s death in 2016, Nelson and five half-siblings were named the rightful heirs to the musician’s estate (Prince had not left a will).
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 5 Nov. 2024
Brooklyn and Nicola, 29, tied the knot on April 9, 2022 on the Peltz’s family estate in Palm Beach, Fla.
Ahead of their two-year wedding anniversary, Nicola spoke with PEOPLE on how wifey life has been treating her.
—Michelle Lee, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024
Built in 1890 as a private estate, the boutique hotel pays homage to its Victorian roots with original wood panelling and stained glass windows.
—Anna Haines, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for estate
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In addition to the Presidential race, control of the House, the Senate, and eleven governors’ mansions are up for grabs.The New Yorker, The New Yorker, 5 Nov. 2024
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And then will ride off to multimillion-dollar mansions never to think of them again.Bill Goodykoontz, The Arizona Republic, 5 Nov. 2024
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In the Walmart parking lot, Damaris McDee, 67, a volunteer with the Georgia Coalition for the People’s Agenda, joined other canvassers approaching people near a crawfish restaurant and a health center.Deborah Barfield Berry, USA TODAY, 5 Nov. 2024
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While the fetus is perceived as a human being, underlines the director, children born around that time haven’t fully developed vital organs, which puts them at high risk, also of future health problems.Marta Balaga, Variety, 5 Nov. 2024
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The two said working class concerns, immigration and the border were their biggest concerns headed into the election.Detroit Free Press Staff, Detroit Free Press, 6 Nov. 2024
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Learn timber frame Learn timber frame restoration construction during a class Nov. 17-23 at Cane Hill.Flip Putthoff, arkansasonline.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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Some even had to relocate from third-generation farms due to inconsistent climate patterns, making farming unsustainable.Christopher Marquis, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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In fact, there are also oases throughout the Arabian Desert where giant date farms produce more than 1.61 million tons a year from over 34 million date palms.Paul Feinstein, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2024
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Where to stay: Head to Troutbeck for a stay in a dreamy historic manor with rich interior design.Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Nov. 2024
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Studio 131, has hosted it the past few years, and this year’s event featured a Trunk or Treat, vendor market, and a haunted manor at its event venue space on Oct. 13.Chantelle Lee, TIME, 29 Oct. 2024
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The idea of vigorous exercise can be daunting to people who are out of condition, Manmadhan said.Linda Carroll, NBC News, 7 Nov. 2024
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Just ask Olympic swimming superstar Katie Ledecky, who has the condition and swears by them.Cindy Kuzma, SELF, 5 Nov. 2024
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For comparison, the Peloton Tread goes up 12.5mph and can incline to a 12.5% grade, while Echelon Strides similarly go up to 12.5mph and offer 12 levels of incline.PCMAG, PCMAG, 12 Nov. 2024
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Some offer funding to ensure a baseline level of service.Audrey Dutton, ProPublica, 11 Nov. 2024
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During a collapse, ranch members would come here to survey for threats.Charles Bethea, The New Yorker, 4 Nov. 2024
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The reality series about the lives of young staff members working at the Circle Bar Dude ranch in Montana debuted to 130,000 total viewers on Sept. 23, and averaged 160K over three airings —representing just 35% retention of Superman & Lois‘ audience.Matt Webb Mitovich, TVLine, 30 Oct. 2024
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“Estate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/estate. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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