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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
Then a casual dig through an estate sale bin morphs into obsession, resulting in making bids at auctions, combing through the recesses of eBay or imploring friends in politics to snag you a piece.
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A.d. Quig, Chicago Tribune, 17 June 2026
Despite the intelligence link, however, its main pre-acquisition customers came from the commercial real-estate industry.
—Literary Hub, 17 June 2026
Brendon's brother previously petitioned to be named the representative for the late actor's estate.
—Marina Watts, Entertainment Weekly, 17 June 2026
Brown is trying to recover roughly $18,000 in estate funds tied to his late father.
—Brad Hamilton, CBS News, 16 June 2026
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A.d. Quig, Chicago Tribune, 17 June 2026
Despite the intelligence link, however, its main pre-acquisition customers came from the commercial real-estate industry.
—Literary Hub, 17 June 2026
Brendon's brother previously petitioned to be named the representative for the late actor's estate.
—Marina Watts, Entertainment Weekly, 17 June 2026
Brown is trying to recover roughly $18,000 in estate funds tied to his late father.
—Brad Hamilton, CBS News, 16 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for estate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for estate
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Of course, at this point, everyone involved with the royalty is doing their best to downplay it, and Andrew has been stripped of his titles and ordered to vacate his mansion at Royal Lodge.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
14 June 2026
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Click here to see all the photos of the Miami Beach mansion.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
14 June 2026
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The judge additionally said that Sarsour's deep ties to the community and his health concerns were also considered in ruling in favor of his release.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
19 June 2026
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However, if babies or toddlers are traveling internationally, those age 1 to 3 years old should get their second dose of the measles vaccine, California health officials say.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
Noun
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Women are required to wear a headpiece in almost all the enclosures — though what exactly that looks like, depends on the class of ticket.—
Sheena McKenzie,
CNN Money,
19 June 2026
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Three years later, Guttierrez was ordered to take anger management classes after prosecutors brought felony domestic violence charges against him.—
James Queally,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
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The company sold around 500 tractors, including one on a dairy farm that logged more than 4,000 hours in use.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
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The group bought roughly 1,500 of the farm’s more than 2,000 beagles in April for an undisclosed price.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 June 2026
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Where To Stay Nestled within a fairytale 20‑acre estate, just a 15‑minute drive from Port Isaac, Lamellen House is a glorious seven‑bedroom Victorian manor offering Bridgerton‑esque stays for up to 14 guests—but without the lofty price tag.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
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And, of course, there are plenty of castles, estates, and old manors to get your history fix.—
Lindsay Cohn,
Travel + Leisure,
13 June 2026
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Only one had injuries considered to be life-threatening; Graves did not have an update on that person’s condition during the news conference.—
Ben Wheeler,
Kansas City Star,
18 June 2026
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Swells generated by Arthur are likely to cause life-threatening surf and rip current conditions along the northwestern Gulf Coast for the next day or two.—
MIAMI HERALD HURRICANE BOT,
Miami Herald,
18 June 2026
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The Chiefs Hall of Honor on the second-level concourse contains the organization’s four Super Bowl trophies, memorabilia, exhibits and documents, and there is no admission to walk through history.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
17 June 2026
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The backstory Opened in 2004, this is the second location in Cairo for the Four Seasons—there’s also the First Residence across the river in Giza—a brand that’s known internationally for its consistently high level of amiable and personalized service.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 June 2026
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The ranch saloon sits across from the open yard—and around the corner and up a hill of long yellow grass is the outdoor rodeo arena, home to lively summer rodeos every week in the summer season.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 June 2026
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Heading into episode 7, out Friday, June 19, things are sure to heat up on (and off) the ranch.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 June 2026
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“Estate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/estate. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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