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as in newspaper
a publication that appears at regular intervals
we get the paper every morning
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as in article
a short piece of writing done as a school exercise
write a paper about your favorite author
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as in essay
a short piece of writing typically expressing a point of view
the papers written by the Founding Fathers urging adoption of the federal constitution
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as in titular
being something in name or form only
there's a paper boycott of that company's products that nobody seems to be honoring
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Recent Examples of paper
Alexandria Sands, Axios, 24 Jan. 2025
The paper noted that Smith and Holt are good friends who’ve performed together in the past in Henley’s solo band.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 24 Jan. 2025
Shirley MacFarland, cleveland, 26 Aug. 2022
Some theater owners have told customers that certain sizes are available only in those non-paper options.
—Erich Schwartzel, WSJ, 31 May 2022
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Noun
Former detention officers also told the paper that workers are unsafe in the jail because of McFadden's management.
—Alexandria Sands, Axios, 24 Jan. 2025
The paper noted that Smith and Holt are good friends who’ve performed together in the past in Henley’s solo band.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 24 Jan. 2025
Adjective
Staples, clips and other non-paper materials must be removed.
—Shirley MacFarland, cleveland, 26 Aug. 2022
Some theater owners have told customers that certain sizes are available only in those non-paper options.
—Erich Schwartzel, WSJ, 31 May 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for paper
Noun
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Ryan Wilson was hurt and sustained a disabling injury to his right foot, court documents say.—
Phil Helsel,
NBC News,
31 Jan. 2025
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In documents obtained by Fox News Digital, Christine cited April 11 as the date of separation.—
Tracy Wright,
Fox News,
30 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The decision was reportedly made by a court in Rostock, northern Germany after the parents of a boy tried to register the name with the local authorities, reported U.K. newspaper The Times.—
Escher Walcott,
People.com,
20 Jan. 2025
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Classified ads — once a newspaper's golden goose — shifted almost overnight to platforms like Craigslist, eBay and digital marketplaces, chipping away at traditional revenue.—
Dan Gardner,
Forbes,
20 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The article notes that keeping respect for each other and not reacting in the heat of the moment can help create better relationships in the long run.—
Kristen Waggoner,
Newsweek,
22 Jan. 2025
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Every banking article is based on rigorous reporting by our team of expert writers and editors with extensive knowledge of banking products.—
Andreina Rodriguez,
CNBC,
21 Jan. 2025
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Notice in her essay, there was not one representative from the Imperial Valley cited to support her criticism.—
Jim Shinn,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 Jan. 2025
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In a 1961 essay for THR, writer Allan Hersholt recalled how his father, Jean Hersholt, landed his first acting gig at Inceville in 1915.—
Ryan Gajewski,
The Hollywood Reporter,
19 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Lady Gaga, who stars as the titular villain's partner in crime, has finally broken her silence on the film's reception, which included mixed reviews and a disappointing theatrical run.—
Shania Russell,
EW.com,
28 Jan. 2025
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The murder mystery series follows a group of strangers whose lives intersect over the course of one week during their respective vacations at the titular luxury resort.—
Julia Teti,
WWD,
28 Jan. 2025
Noun
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That plan was likewise rebuffed by congress and redesigned in more limited form, and is now working its way through the legislature.—
Sammy Feldblum,
The Dial,
30 Jan. 2025
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So perhaps a bit of outside force in the form of a new daily planner might help.—
Cora Harrington,
Miami Herald,
30 Jan. 2025
Noun
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In 2017, a study published in the journal Psychological and Cognitive Sciences concluded that this type of sensory-rich play supports cognitive development, enhancing brain function and neural connections in the process.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
20 Jan. 2025
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The research was published in the journal Nature Cardiovascular Research.—
Michael Irving,
New Atlas,
18 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Scientists have since been analyzing these samples to uncover their chemical composition.—
Jonathan Granoff,
Newsweek,
29 Jan. 2025
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Seeing these compositions transform from their big-screen origins to the live show then back to the big screen is a delightful full-circle moment.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
29 Jan. 2025
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“Paper.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/paper. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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