in nature

phrase

: having such a quality or qualities
Her writing is humorous in nature.

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Their study, which pointed to widespread same-sex pairing in nature, sparked a cultural debate across the country when it was published in Science magazine in 1977. — Michael James Rocha, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 July 2026 Walking, hiking, or simply immersing yourself in nature helps restore balance between the demands of everyday life and personal wellbeing. — Ana Morales, Vogue, 11 July 2026 More than 85% of the portfolio’s assets are investment-grade in nature, and three-quarters is rated A or above. — Brett Owens, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026 How Huey Lewis found a new passion Lewis, in the wake of his diagnosis, has found refuge in nature. — Amaris Encinas, USA Today, 10 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for in nature

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“In nature.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20nature. Accessed 14 Jul. 2026.

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