presences

noun

Definition of presencesnext
plural of presence
as in looks
the outward form of someone or something especially as indicative of a quality the orchestra's musical director has a very stately presence

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  1. attitudes
  2. appearances
  3. manners
  4. aspects
Noun
  • Rather than trying to rank particular paranormal beliefs, the new study examines peoples’ general attitudes toward provable versus non-provable concepts.
    Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 14 Nov. 2024
  • The researchers also used another variable — belief in New Age philosophy — to see if that would track with attitudes about the paranormal.
    Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 14 Nov. 2024
Definition of attitudes
Noun
  • Which is why those Big Noon appearances are so important.
    Sean Keeler, The Denver Post, 16 Nov. 2024
  • Ferrara served as an alumni ambassador for the Dodgers since 2009 and was still making appearances for the organization this year.
    Staff and news service reports, Orange County Register, 15 Nov. 2024
Definition of appearances
Noun
  • Austen’s 1813 novel of manners remains a household name, a beloved work of literature and the basis of numerous film and television adaptations and reimaginings.
    Ella Feldman, Smithsonian Magazine, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Tacos hold a special place in Phoenix's food culture, with multiple shops and trucks across the Valley earning the love of Arizona residents through all manners to serve the popular dish, from birria to carne asada to calabacitas.
    Laura Daniella Sepulveda, The Arizona Republic, 1 Oct. 2024
Definition of manners
Noun
  • Does this disrespect spill over to aspects of your relationship other than this disagreement?
    Jeanne Phillips, The Mercury News, 14 Nov. 2024
  • Early in the conversation, Carlile asked about any opposites-attract aspects of the musical relationship between Missourian Roan and New Jerseyite Nigro, who was previously known as Olivia Rodrigo’s go-to guy.
    Variety, NBC News, 11 Nov. 2024
Definition of aspects
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