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as in spirits
an immaterial force within a human being thought to give the body life, energy, and power
many religions teach that the soul is immortal
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as in people
a member of the human race
I promise I won't tell another soul
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as in essences
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 hearts
the seat of one's deepest thoughts and emotions
knew in her soul that it was true
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Recent Examples of souls
Here, souls gamble years of their lives with her, daring to outwit Death herself.
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Peter Debruge, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
Glover and Maya Erskine star as married spies who eventually turn on each other in a dramedy that’s at once visually gorgeous and emotionally grounded, exploring the instant bond that can form between two lonely souls who share a dark wit.
—Inkoo Kang, The New Yorker, 10 Dec. 2024
After the song wrapped, Sam happily greeted Iceland, indicating that there’s a potential romantic future up ahead for these two sweet souls.
—Nick Caruso, TVLine, 8 Dec. 2024
Designed for adventurous souls, these voyages trade the known for an air of intrigue—and more than a dash of spontaneity.
—David Nikel, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
Above the central Portal of the Last Judgment, the Archangel Michael is depicted weighing souls, as demons attempt to tip the scales.
—Thomas Adamson and John Leicester, Los Angeles Times, 7 Dec. 2024
Some even poked holes into the shade cloth with their nails, while other adventurous souls climbed a tree conveniently overlooking the nets.
—Tristan Lavalette, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
Luca Guadagnino’s Queer also opens in limited release for those lucky souls in big cities who really want a break from their families.
—Joe Reid, Vulture, 27 Nov. 2024
Varsity staples like letterman jackets and rugby shirts exude effortless cool, while velvet slippers, classic trench coats and sentimental accessories appeal to the hearts of old souls.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 25 Nov. 2024
Peter Debruge, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
Glover and Maya Erskine star as married spies who eventually turn on each other in a dramedy that’s at once visually gorgeous and emotionally grounded, exploring the instant bond that can form between two lonely souls who share a dark wit.
—Inkoo Kang, The New Yorker, 10 Dec. 2024
After the song wrapped, Sam happily greeted Iceland, indicating that there’s a potential romantic future up ahead for these two sweet souls.
—Nick Caruso, TVLine, 8 Dec. 2024
Designed for adventurous souls, these voyages trade the known for an air of intrigue—and more than a dash of spontaneity.
—David Nikel, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
Above the central Portal of the Last Judgment, the Archangel Michael is depicted weighing souls, as demons attempt to tip the scales.
—Thomas Adamson and John Leicester, Los Angeles Times, 7 Dec. 2024
Some even poked holes into the shade cloth with their nails, while other adventurous souls climbed a tree conveniently overlooking the nets.
—Tristan Lavalette, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
Luca Guadagnino’s Queer also opens in limited release for those lucky souls in big cities who really want a break from their families.
—Joe Reid, Vulture, 27 Nov. 2024
Varsity staples like letterman jackets and rugby shirts exude effortless cool, while velvet slippers, classic trench coats and sentimental accessories appeal to the hearts of old souls.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 25 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for souls
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The clip shows the dog waiting outside a door for its owner to appear, followed by the moment that has people talking.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Sheriff Robert Luna of Los Angeles County said that about 18,000 people were in the mandatory or voluntary evacuation zones.Corina Knoll, New York Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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The powerful storytelling is clearly the product of a cause close to their hearts.Nina-Sophia Miralles, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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This fine, sob-inducing British series follows two friends (Ambika Mod and Leo Woodall) who feel romance tugging at their hearts for years and years and years.Tom Gliatto, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
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Having women athletes featured alongside their men counterparts helps normalize their presence in the sports industry and provides young players with diverse role models.Lindsey Darvin, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The reasons for this are complicated—Michelle Harrison, cofounder of the index, points to populist backlash affecting all incumbents but also the rise of young men who say that feminism is the root of their problems.Erin Spencer Sairam, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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As of late, however, she's rehabilitated her image by focusing on her mental health, no longer self-medicating with various substances and ridding drama from her life.Jack Irvin, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024
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There will always be questions surrounding the use of performance-enhancing substances in sports.Maury Brown, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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Many of the same creatures had survived previous ice ages, so why not this one?Shi En Kim, Smithsonian Magazine, 10 Dec. 2024
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Unbeknownst to most of the world, that mansion is a reserve for mythical creatures.Katcy Stephan, Variety, 10 Dec. 2024
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Adam, knowing how much this is inspired by Erin’s life, how much did you guys talk about the reality of her story with Simon, versus just focusing on the script?Antonia Blyth, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
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These are two guys with a deep breadth of knowledge about Dylan and his past.Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 11 Dec. 2024
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Below, a look at five things to do now to avoid vitamin D deficiency this winter and beyond.Mélanie Defouilloy, Vogue, 11 Dec. 2024
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First things first - Gimenez does a couple of things very well.Tony Blengino, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Souls.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/souls. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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