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as in highlights
to indicate the importance of by centering attention on
a restaurant featuring an extensive list of American wines to complement its creative American cuisine
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as in imagines
to form a mental picture of
I can't feature that guy wearing anything other than his usual jeans and T-shirt
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as in characteristics
something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind
perhaps the most striking feature of that house is the way it was constructed to fit into its hillside site
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Recent Examples of features
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 June 2026
Disney’s bet on sports and streaming amplified last August when the company launched the ESPN direct-to-consumer streaming app, which features all of the content from its TV network as well as exclusive programming.
—Lillian Rizzo, CNBC, 31 May 2026
While there were also winners for the international, episodic, and documentary sections, one of the highlights of the festival is its Oscar-qualifying HBO Short Film Award Showcase, which features Ryan Coogler and Reinaldo Marcus Green among its alumni.
—Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 31 May 2026
The limited edition features an image of Pegasus, the majestic, winged stallion from ancient Greek mythology, engraved on the case.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 31 May 2026
Accesibility The main building features an elevator and passageways linking key areas.
—Anya Von Bremzen, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2026
Oh, sure, as usual Levitate features top talent.
—Jed Gottlieb, Boston Herald, 31 May 2026
The attached cocktail lounge keeps the brandy Old-Fashioneds flowing long after breakfast ends and even features an 18-foot shuffleboard table that feels delightfully stuck in another era.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Midwest Living, 31 May 2026
The collection also features a $38 pearlescent glow balm in two shades, which will be a permanent addition to the Lisa Eldridge lineup.
—Noor Lobad, Footwear News, 31 May 2026
Nicole Rudick, The New York Review of Books, 6 June 2026
That's evident in aerodynamic features like the front side spoilers, five-position adjustable rear wing, hood duct, and fender ducts.
—Utkarsh Sood
june 06, New Atlas, 6 June 2026
Government lawyers have argued that the project includes critical security features to guard against a range of threats, such as drones, ballistic missiles and biohazards.
—Arkansas Online, 6 June 2026
Flattering details include shirring and tummy control, along with supportive features such as adjustable straps and underwire.
—ABC News, 6 June 2026
Budget pressures, construction delays, political concerns, and logistical hurdles have become common features of modern Olympic planning.
—Tim Genske, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
These things used to be features.
—Lindsey Harn, Fortune, 6 June 2026
Why human control still plays a role Stretch 4 includes autonomous features, but Hello Robot keeps a human involved.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 6 June 2026
To make the resemblances convincing, Gethings recruited participants by complementing their standout features and promising to accentuate them with the help of hair and makeup stylists in a studio setting.
—Pat Mueller, USA Today, 30 May 2026
Verb
Breakfast features a Middle Eastern spread that goes beyond the traditional selections.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 June 2026
Disney’s bet on sports and streaming amplified last August when the company launched the ESPN direct-to-consumer streaming app, which features all of the content from its TV network as well as exclusive programming.
—Lillian Rizzo, CNBC, 31 May 2026
While there were also winners for the international, episodic, and documentary sections, one of the highlights of the festival is its Oscar-qualifying HBO Short Film Award Showcase, which features Ryan Coogler and Reinaldo Marcus Green among its alumni.
—Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 31 May 2026
The limited edition features an image of Pegasus, the majestic, winged stallion from ancient Greek mythology, engraved on the case.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 31 May 2026
Accesibility The main building features an elevator and passageways linking key areas.
—Anya Von Bremzen, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2026
Oh, sure, as usual Levitate features top talent.
—Jed Gottlieb, Boston Herald, 31 May 2026
The attached cocktail lounge keeps the brandy Old-Fashioneds flowing long after breakfast ends and even features an 18-foot shuffleboard table that feels delightfully stuck in another era.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Midwest Living, 31 May 2026
The collection also features a $38 pearlescent glow balm in two shades, which will be a permanent addition to the Lisa Eldridge lineup.
—Noor Lobad, Footwear News, 31 May 2026
Noun
Her face is blank like an unfinished canvas—a pale green surface empty of features.
—Nicole Rudick, The New York Review of Books, 6 June 2026
That's evident in aerodynamic features like the front side spoilers, five-position adjustable rear wing, hood duct, and fender ducts.
—Utkarsh Sood
june 06, New Atlas, 6 June 2026
Government lawyers have argued that the project includes critical security features to guard against a range of threats, such as drones, ballistic missiles and biohazards.
—Arkansas Online, 6 June 2026
Flattering details include shirring and tummy control, along with supportive features such as adjustable straps and underwire.
—ABC News, 6 June 2026
Budget pressures, construction delays, political concerns, and logistical hurdles have become common features of modern Olympic planning.
—Tim Genske, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
These things used to be features.
—Lindsey Harn, Fortune, 6 June 2026
Why human control still plays a role Stretch 4 includes autonomous features, but Hello Robot keeps a human involved.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 6 June 2026
To make the resemblances convincing, Gethings recruited participants by complementing their standout features and promising to accentuate them with the help of hair and makeup stylists in a studio setting.
—Pat Mueller, USA Today, 30 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for features
Verb
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The movie’s first scene, in which the band plays a wedding at a lavish country estate, highlights his problem.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
29 May 2026
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Prior Tesla Autopilot case highlights legal scrutiny The Florida crash comes as Tesla continues to face legal scrutiny over its Autopilot system.—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
Verb
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This sci-fi novel imagines a world run by a secret organization, tasked with erasing memories.—
Carly Tagen-Dye,
PEOPLE,
4 June 2026
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Barrionuevo imagines Tango Elite evolving into a touring experience.—
Daily News,
Daily News,
2 June 2026
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That creative industry may ultimately become one of LA28's defining characteristics.—
Tim Genske,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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Garbett adds other characteristics too.—
Anantaajith Raghuraman,
New York Times,
5 June 2026
Verb
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Despite us having just seen the episode where Reid performed this exact song, his vocals felt like they were shot out of a cannon — Reid has an unexpected control and expressiveness to his live singing voice that emphasizes the already theatrical lyrics and melody.—
Rebecca Alter,
Vulture,
3 June 2026
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Lifting extremely heavy weights with limited range of motion, as observers have noted in Kennedy’s video, increases the risk of injury and emphasizes numbers rather than strength.—
Paula Chesley,
STAT,
3 June 2026
Verb
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What Hill envisions is a continuum of care—therapy and coaching not as competing camps but as complementary services.—
Megan Bruneau,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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Warren envisions a stadium just south of the Bears’ current home at Soldier Field, on the site of what is now a parking lot.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
1 June 2026
Noun
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In its 2023 decision, the Supreme Court said nothing stops schools from considering how applicants’ race speaks to broader qualities.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 June 2026
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Founded by Vania Leles, Vanleles merges cultural significance and its African roots with modern charms and designs, qualities that also evoke Middleton’s approach to her royal wardrobe.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
4 June 2026
Verb
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The film stresses that railing against billionaires isn’t enough, and that characters like Corvette and Jianhu need to look after the people in their own backyards as well.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
2 June 2026
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Guerin believes the team is now in a Cup window, which stresses the importance on hitting on those mid- to late-round draft picks, as the first- and second-rounders will often be used in trades to improve the current roster.—
Joe Smith,
New York Times,
1 June 2026
Verb
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The Breadwinner star pictures the destination as the culmination of his career, according to a Wall Street Journal profile published on May 15.—
Colson Thayer,
PEOPLE,
18 May 2026
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Miss Manners pictures your guests, looking forward to a pleasant evening with you, being confronted with your suggestions.—
Judith Martin,
Sun Sentinel,
24 Feb. 2026
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