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as in soul
an immaterial force within a human being thought to give the body life, energy, and power
the theological and philosophical belief that the spirit is superior to the body
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2
as in mode
a state of mind dominated by a particular emotion
had been in a combative spirit all week
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as in ghost
the soul of a dead person thought of especially as appearing to living people
Hamlet's late father appears to him in the form of a spirit and with the revelation that he was in fact murdered
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as in liquor
spirits plural
a distilled beverage that can make a person drunk
a hotel bar that's well stocked with spirits
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Recent Examples of spirit
Tim Grierson, Vulture, 11 July 2025
The presence of trucks before the attacks has raised questions about whether any enriched uranium or centrifuges had been spirited away before the attack, something repeatedly claimed by Iranian officials.
—Arkansas Online, 2 July 2025
Ellen Walker, JSTOR Daily, 3 Sep. 2025
These talents bring their signature styles to their projects; whether their aesthetic is traditional and glamorous or relaxed and modern, each firm approaches their projects with a collaborative spirit, working closely with clients to create spaces that reflect their lifestyles.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 3 Sep. 2025
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Noun
Aquaman is spirited without ever being particularly good.
—Tim Grierson, Vulture, 11 July 2025
The presence of trucks before the attacks has raised questions about whether any enriched uranium or centrifuges had been spirited away before the attack, something repeatedly claimed by Iranian officials.
—Arkansas Online, 2 July 2025
Verb
Fittingly, the remaining stump of the Sycamore Gap tree has begun to sprout seedlings, perhaps a quiet echo of the spirit of redemption.
—Ellen Walker, JSTOR Daily, 3 Sep. 2025
These talents bring their signature styles to their projects; whether their aesthetic is traditional and glamorous or relaxed and modern, each firm approaches their projects with a collaborative spirit, working closely with clients to create spaces that reflect their lifestyles.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 3 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spirit
Noun
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Jackson carved them up in the passing game, then sapped their souls with his scrambles.—
Zak Keefer,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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That much is clear from the moment Freyne and Pat Cunnane’s high-concept script (a real Black List special) first drops us into the Hyatt-like Junction where souls process what’s happened and have seven days to pick their final destinations from a variety of convention floor displays.—
David Ehrlich,
IndieWire,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Buses are a major mode of transport in Mexico, where, though freight trains are common, passenger rail routes remain limited.—
Lizbeth Diaz,
USA Today,
9 Sep. 2025
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The light bars also have three lighting modes versatile enough for a whole houseful of uses.—
Miles Walls,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Sep. 2025
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Video footage recorded by their owner Macie Lamb shows two pups, Ace and Tango growling at a decorative object that resembles a small ceramic dog wearing a ghost costume while holding a pumpkin in its mouth.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
6 Sep. 2025
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But March’s family, which has seen their factory turned upside down by the ghost of a former employee, rejects the relationship.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
6 Sep. 2025
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More From Forbes ByChris Perugini Chris Perugini’s introduction to whiskey came at a time when Scotch was cheap, bourbon collected dust on liquor store shelves, and the only person drinking Manhattans was your grandfather.—
Chris Perugini,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Also introduced is the new castmember, Jeremiah Dunmire (Robert Patrick), a powerful person in the liquor business.—
Lexi Carson,
HollywoodReporter,
2 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Police finally managed to capture Phillips after laying down spikes for his quad bike to run over after he was suspected of a burglary at a commercial address in Piopio.—
Becca Longmire,
PEOPLE,
9 Sep. 2025
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By combining co-creation, creator signals, and data systems, the company has built an engine for capturing information at scale and acting on it faster than rivals.—
Jamie Gutfreund,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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These metres break you down to your essence.—
George Caulkin,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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The bad news is that time is of the essence.—
Daniel Klein,
Mercury News,
6 Sep. 2025
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These issues ranged from academic difficulties and disruptive behaviors to depressive moods.—
Jack Beresford,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
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The film’s all-Palestinian cast — including Motaz Malhees, Clara Khoury and Amer Hlehel — spoke in Venice of the emotionally wrenching mood throughout production.—
Patrick Brzeski,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Sep. 2025
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Ahead of the 500-year anniversary of the Virgin Mary’s apparition in Tepeyac, Mexico, the sculpture is embarking on a worldwide tour, with visits scheduled to Colombia, Puerto Rico and the Philippines, among other places.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Aug. 2025
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In Lockwood’s world, the apparition of a saint is not strictly strange.—
Alexandra Schwartz,
New Yorker,
25 Aug. 2025
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“Spirit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spirit. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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