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as in sense
the idea that is conveyed or intended to be conveyed to the mind by language, symbol, or action
the unmistakable meaning of the skier's upraised arms as he finished his spectacular run
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as in purpose
something that one hopes or intends to accomplish
the people have a right to know what the president's meaning is in getting the nation involved in this war
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as in suggestive
clearly conveying a special meaning (as one's mood)
gave me a meaning look after I said that
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as in denoting
to communicate or convey (as an idea) to the mind
the national anthem means various things to various people
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as in weighing
to be of importance
your presence at my graduation would mean a lot to me
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as in planning
to have in mind as a purpose or goal
I mean to win this race
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as in indicating
to serve as a sign or symptom of
these colder nights mean autumn has truly arrived
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Recent Examples of meaning
Esther Zuckerman, TIME, 12 Dec. 2024
This holiday season, Patrick Schwarzenegger and Ketel One Vodka are giving new meaning to making spirits bright.
—Jillian Dara, Forbes, 1 Dec. 2024
Scott Travers, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
But the city was also welcoming travelling fans with open arms, not only from across Kazakhstan but pretty much everywhere, including some from India, whose baggage had been lost in transit, meaning an entirely new winter wardrobe was required to brave the elements.
—Lucy Oliva, The Athletic, 14 Dec. 2024
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Noun
As that unfolds, the rest of the TGS staff is trying to throw a rager only to get foiled by Kenneth, who wants to show everyone the true meaning of Christmas.
—Esther Zuckerman, TIME, 12 Dec. 2024
This holiday season, Patrick Schwarzenegger and Ketel One Vodka are giving new meaning to making spirits bright.
—Jillian Dara, Forbes, 1 Dec. 2024
Verb
Scientists from Ocean Census, one of the organizations that planned the expedition, said that these seamounts in the southern Pacific had a high level of endemism, meaning the species here are seen nowhere else on the planet.
—Scott Travers, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
But the city was also welcoming travelling fans with open arms, not only from across Kazakhstan but pretty much everywhere, including some from India, whose baggage had been lost in transit, meaning an entirely new winter wardrobe was required to brave the elements.
—Lucy Oliva, The Athletic, 14 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for meaning
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Despite the eight-month delay, there is a sense of urgency among NASA and its prime contractors for the program, especially with the specter of a new Trump administration that may opt for changes in the Artemis program.Richard Tribou, Orlando Sentinel, 17 Dec. 2024
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So the researchers look at this random, unrelated environmental factor to having ADHD — the fact the doctor is seeing these kids on Halloween — to get a sense of just how subjective and prone to error these decisions are.Greg Rosalsky, NPR, 17 Dec. 2024
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Paul’s purpose is to make the world a better place.Paul Klein, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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Capricorn season is making things more fun while still highlighting a deeper purpose.Valerie Mesa, People.com, 21 Dec. 2024
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To emphasize this, Wolfe’s production is suggestive, even surreal.Jesse Green, New York Times, 20 Dec. 2024
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Who knows what’s actually happening inside Sheridan’s enormous ham-with-a-cowboy-hat-on head, but season five’s back half is highly suggestive of some deep inner personal truth bursting through the fictional substrate.Kathryn VanArendonk, Vulture, 4 Dec. 2024
Verb
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During closed sessions in recent months, the Village Board has been weighing more specific options to incentivize Woodsonia to take on the Marketplace redevelopment project.Claudia Levens, Journal Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
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Some of the larger trays from the study could produce loaves weighing nearly seven pounds—suggesting that bakers may have made bread for many people to enjoy together.Julia Binswanger, Smithsonian Magazine, 23 Dec. 2024
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According to an Ohio Department of Transportation press release issued Monday, all through-traffic motorists who are not planning stops within the I-275 outer belt are encouraged to use I-275 eastbound and drive around the loop.Erin Couch, The Enquirer, 24 Dec. 2024
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Beyoncé is set to perform at halftime of the Ravens-Texans game and NFL MVP contender Lamar Jackson is already planning on being on the field for that.Ryan Gaydos, Fox News, 24 Dec. 2024
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The 10-year yield jumped 13 basis points last week after the Federal Reserve pared down rate-cut projections, indicating only two more interest rate cuts lie ahead in 2025, down from four potential cuts that had been signaled in September.Jenni Reid, CNBC, 23 Dec. 2024
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The final composite score for each state was calculated and the states were ranked with higher scores indicating the worse working conditions.Bryan Robinson, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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The paper casts new light on the enigmatic significance of the monument in prehistoric Britain.Newsweek, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
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Aside from the military significance of Russia's all but imminent pullback from the region, the financial blow to Russia is massive.Daniel Markind, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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Their goal was to raise enough money to bless one family impacted by the fire with a RV.Elizabeth Pritchett, Fox News, 26 Dec. 2024
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But a trio of recent reports on ESG plans by corporate leaders and investors shows little sign of retreat from sustainability and climate goals.Jeff Young, Newsweek, 26 Dec. 2024
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“Meaning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/meaning. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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