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as in person
a member of the human race
I promise I won't tell another soul
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as in essence
the quality or qualities that make a thing what it is
a kind act that was the very soul of charity
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as in heart
the seat of one's deepest thoughts and emotions
knew in her soul that it was true
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Recent Examples of soul
This is cooking that feeds the soul and lubricates the joints, and makes a nice long train nap sound good indeed.
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Amiel Stanek, Bon Appetit Magazine, 4 Apr. 2025
Mainly because soul tie enthusiasts don’t do a good job delineating the difference between godly and ungodly connections.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 27 Mar. 2025
For the receptive heart and soul traveling is not about pins on a map but about the remembrance of the best of things past.
Check out my website.
—John Mariani, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025
Tala, known for her seamless blend of R&B, bossa nova, and soul, has delivered an album that transcends genre constraints.
—Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Mar. 2025
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Amiel Stanek, Bon Appetit Magazine, 4 Apr. 2025
Mainly because soul tie enthusiasts don’t do a good job delineating the difference between godly and ungodly connections.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 27 Mar. 2025
For the receptive heart and soul traveling is not about pins on a map but about the remembrance of the best of things past.
Check out my website.
—John Mariani, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025
Tala, known for her seamless blend of R&B, bossa nova, and soul, has delivered an album that transcends genre constraints.
—Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for soul
Noun
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Their booth was a stunning celebration of Italian spirit, exuding elegance, creativity and a deep connection to the brand’s Roman heritage.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
14 Apr. 2025
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The departures of Kuzma and Valančiūnas, as well as the additions of Middleton and Smart, set the stage for the Wizards to dramatically improve their ball movement and overall spirit.—
Josh Robbins,
New York Times,
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
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Every person in the USA, not just citizens, has a right to due process.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2025
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The 90's and early 2000's aesthetic of the jacket, along with the essence of athleisure and the elongating effect of Jenner's white socks, allowed the sneakers to stand out as the center of attention.—
Teresa Romero Martínez,
Glamour,
30 Mar. 2025
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For him, the subtle nature of purple captures an essence that used to be seen in old movies.—
Elizabeth Weise,
USA Today,
29 Mar. 2025
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He’s done so much for the organization, given his heart and soul to it and building a culture that’s respected.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
10 Apr. 2025
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Molly's close friendship with Nikki, portrayed by Jenny Slate, is at the emotional heart of the series.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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The two stars trade heady, heavy verses that zoom into the psyche of a child living in a fear and neglect-ridden household that only primes them for darker horrors.—
Kyle Denis,
Billboard,
3 Apr. 2025
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This is the question on the minds of Democratic voters, where the administration's war path has carved deep into Colorado's blue-state psyche and workforce.—
Andrew Solender,
Axios,
28 Mar. 2025
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Women often lose income, take on the bulk of caregiving, and carry the invisible labor of rebuilding a life, while men complain of the long-tail financial consequences of alimony, support payments, and assets split down the middle.—
Ruhama Wolle,
Glamour,
10 Apr. 2025
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Find the little trans child that is ruining your life.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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But the same things that prevent parents from maintaining employment or housing — especially substance abuse and mental illness — often inhibit them from engaging in services, while also diminishing their ability to protect and care for their children.—
Emily Putnam-Hornstein and Naomi Schaefer Riley,
Twin Cities,
13 Apr. 2025
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This gap results in untreated conditions and higher health care costs, which contribute to issues such as homelessness and substance abuse.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
11 Apr. 2025
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The more Tropper thought about it, the more one actor appeared in his mind for Coop: Jon Hamm.—
Antonia Blyth,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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Price upon publish date of this article: $780 What to Look for in a Crossbody Phone Bag Special features: When shopping for a crossbody phone bag, there are a few key features to keep in mind.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Soul.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soul. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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