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as in kind
a number of persons or things that are grouped together because they have something in common
I prefer jackets with zippers to the sort that close with buttons
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as in person
a member of the human race
he's a decent sort
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as in to travel
to come or be together as friends
you should be careful about whom you sort with
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as in to correspond
to be in agreement on every point
that doesn't sort with what you said the last time
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as in to classify
to arrange or assign according to type
sorted the mail into bills to be paid and junk to be thrown out
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as in to search
to look through (as a place) carefully or thoroughly in an effort to find or discover something
I sorted through the pile of magazines until I found the article I was looking for
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Recent Examples of sort
Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 18 Apr. 2025
Ultimately, though, the data is pretty mixed on whether taking a supplement of any sort has a definitively positive outcome on egg quality.
—Erica Sloan, SELF, 18 Apr. 2025
Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 4 Apr. 2025
While the stretch is concerning, the Panthers have about a week-and-a-half to sort things out before the postseason begins.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 5 Apr. 2025
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Noun
The Star spoke with Will Pope, of Topeka, who represented himself in his Jan. 6 case and became a folk hero of sorts among many defendants over his outspokenness and sometimes unconventional court filings.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 18 Apr. 2025
Ultimately, though, the data is pretty mixed on whether taking a supplement of any sort has a definitively positive outcome on egg quality.
—Erica Sloan, SELF, 18 Apr. 2025
Verb
The organization is also seeking volunteers to help sort, inspect and package donations for distribution and is in need of monetary donations.
—Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 4 Apr. 2025
While the stretch is concerning, the Panthers have about a week-and-a-half to sort things out before the postseason begins.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 5 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sort
Noun
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This year, the NBA had one of the largest footprints within the marketplace, celebrating its return to China in 2025 with two preseason games in Macau between the Brooklyn Nets and Phoenix Suns, marking the first event of its kind since 2019.—
Melinda Sheckells,
HollywoodReporter,
24 Apr. 2025
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The deal, reached under President Biden, was the first of its kind to treat environmental neglect as a civil rights issue.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Apr. 2025
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An instinctively empathetic person who was loved by everyone who met her.—
Elizabeth Stanton,
FOXNews.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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Davis police on Monday continued their search for the person or people who shot and wounded three people in the city’s Community Park on Saturday sending UC Davis Picnic Day revelers scrambling from the chaos.—
Darrell Smith,
Sacbee.com,
14 Apr. 2025
Noun
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But the science between the little guys and the big guys is the same.—
Allure,
Allure,
14 Apr. 2025
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Yes, this is the guy who has won the FedEx Cup a record three times and reached No. 1 in the world on nine occasions.—
Doug Ferguson,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The fish’s body is generally yellow, with black scales forming a stripe down the side of its body, according to the study.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
14 Apr. 2025
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Cam Bates earning his stripes Sophomore wide receiver Cam Bates appeared in 13 games last season and caught the sole touchdown of his collegiate career against Portland State.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
12 Apr. 2025
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Mac Engel Fort Worth Star-Telegram 817-390-7760 Mac Engel is an award-winning columnist who has covered sports since the dawn of man; Cowboys, TCU, Stars, Rangers, Mavericks, etc. Olympics.—
Mac Engel,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 Apr. 2025
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Their names appeared on a list of more than 200 Venezuelan men held in the notorious prison, which is how their family found them.—
Eduardo Cuevas,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Taste is subjective, and USA TODAY Books has plenty of genres to recommend.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025
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While intrigued, Tovar didn’t imagine a place for himself in that world until his sister, an early fan of punk, mentioned that bands from the then-controversial genre were having trouble finding gigs to play.—
Steve Appleford,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Apr. 2025
Noun
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In addition to fans being able to experience the iconic show, Usher will also give insight into his life beyond the stage.—
Mya Abraham,
VIBE.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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The pool, hot tub, and firepit are all great daytime or post-sunset hangs, but the waterfall in the corner of the backyard offers a soundtrack that’ll send you far from the worries of daily life.—
Erika Owen,
Architectural Digest,
24 Apr. 2025
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Surrounded by pediatric oncologists, Matt starts to think about how insignificant his contributions to the world are in the grand scheme of things.—
Keith Phipps,
Vulture,
23 Apr. 2025
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Today, the firm manages multiple impact funds, focusing on things like affordable housing for families and investing in sustainable materials and social enterprises.—
Andi Cross,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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“Sort.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sort. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.
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