as in exterior
an outer part or layer
the surface of just about everything in the kitchen was covered with soot after we put the grease fire out
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as in to emerge
to come to one's attention especially gradually or unexpectedly
no information regarding the stolen car has surfaced since the police found it abandoned on a country road
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as in superficial
lying on or affecting only the outer layer of something
a surface stain on the wood that can easily be removed with a mild detergent
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Recent Examples of surface
Essence, 10 Jan. 2025
However, the best teeth-whitening pens can minimize the look of surface stains for visibly radiant results.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 9 Jan. 2025
Armando Garcia, ABC News, 9 Jan. 2025
However, news of the rapper being charged in relation to the seemingly unintentional mishap didn’t surface until Dec. 31, 2024, nearly one month later.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 8 Jan. 2025
Susan Shain, New York Times, 17 Mar. 2023
The sub was fitted with six 533-millimeter torpedo tubes and carried a mix of both anti-surface and anti-submarine weapons.
—Kyle Mizokami, Popular Mechanics, 23 Dec. 2022
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Noun
But beyond the surface of family photos on Instagram and viral TikTok dances was a hidden reality shared by many Black men; the feeling of immense pressure to suppress pain and avoid being perceived as a burden.
—Essence, 10 Jan. 2025
However, the best teeth-whitening pens can minimize the look of surface stains for visibly radiant results.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 9 Jan. 2025
Verb
Videos and images that surfaced online appear to show Border Patrol agents apprehending people at various locations throughout the region.
—Armando Garcia, ABC News, 9 Jan. 2025
However, news of the rapper being charged in relation to the seemingly unintentional mishap didn’t surface until Dec. 31, 2024, nearly one month later.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 8 Jan. 2025
Adjective
In it were tablets containing concentrated hand soap as well as multi-surface, glass and bathroom cleaners — and four empty containers.
—Susan Shain, New York Times, 17 Mar. 2023
The sub was fitted with six 533-millimeter torpedo tubes and carried a mix of both anti-surface and anti-submarine weapons.
—Kyle Mizokami, Popular Mechanics, 23 Dec. 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for surface
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Keeping it uncovered helps achieve a nice exterior.Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 7 Jan. 2025
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The brand is also readying high-end wired home security cameras designed to cover your home’s exterior.Quentyn Kennemer, The Verge, 6 Jan. 2025
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As nations caught between the two superpowers are forced to choose between Chinese or American AI systems, artificial intelligence could emerge as a powerful tool for global influence.Harry Booth, TIME, 8 Jan. 2025
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While the Jets and Giants missed the playoffs again this year, another one of their former players could emerge as the latest Super Bowl hero this February.Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 8 Jan. 2025
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The Mega Millions jackpot has risen to $95 million for Tuesday's drawing after no one won the top prize on Friday.Fernando Cervantes Jr., USA TODAY, 11 Jan. 2025
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Temperatures will rise throughout the day, with a high of 50 degrees forecast for the Metroplex.Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Jan. 2025
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Dan echoed this sentiment, rejecting superficial solutions like additional meetings and emphasizing the need for meaningful work, fair pay, and flexibility.Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
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But if the models are doing something more superficial, then perhaps machine learning has no insights to offer linguistics.Ben Brubaker, Quanta Magazine, 13 Jan. 2025
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On top of usually giving Josh Allen a ton of time to throw, with his fourth-and-1 touchdown throw to Ty Johnson being the prime example of that, the Bills’ front five continued their run-blocking prowess.Joe Buscaglia, The Athletic, 13 Jan. 2025
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Guest worked in front and behind the scenes to boost Orlando’s sports profile.David Whitley, Orlando Sentinel, 13 Jan. 2025
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Advertisement Marc Carmichael, who is currently a medical student at Stanford University, says similar disparities could arise in the aftermath of the wildfires in L.A. County.Tony Briscoe, Los Angeles Times, 16 Jan. 2025
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But the guidelines did not state what actions should be taken when an appearance of a conflict arose.Alexandra Berzon, New York Times, 16 Jan. 2025
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The Metro Richmond Zoo shared a video of Poppy taking a splash in a shallow pool with her mom.Amanda Kooser, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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There are series with lazy writing, shallow characters, boring plots and even offensive elements.Kelly Lawler, USA TODAY, 8 Jan. 2025
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Haley Joel made a name for himself with roles in Forrest Gump and Pay It Forward and recently appeared in Blink Twice.Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
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Prior to her collaborative partnership with Puma, Rosé appeared in ad campaigns for Tiffany & Co., modeling jewelry pieces from the company in 2023 and 2022.Julia Teti, WWD, 7 Jan. 2025
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“Surface.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/surface. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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