variants
or ABCs
as in principles
general or basic truths on which other truths or theories can be based
a book on the ABCs of computer usage
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Noun
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These wooden cabins were then placed on trucks and driven to locations near the bases.—
Benjamin Brown,
CNN Money,
3 June 2025 -
Ukrainians in Kyiv welcomed the strikes on Russian air bases but were gloomy about prospects for a peace agreement.—
Illia Novikov,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2025
Noun
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The language has a unique vocabulary, grammar and syntax.—
Jenna Sundel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 May 2025
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Word order matters, just like grammar matters in human language.—
Sofia Marie Haley,
The Conversation,
27 May 2025
Noun
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Pullman spent years wanting his acting career to be totally separate from his relationship from his father, but in recent times has changed his philosophy.—
Aaron Couch,
HollywoodReporter,
12 June 2025
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This philosophy is a cornerstone of our manufacturing operations.—
Eileen Falkenberg-Hull,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 June 2025
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Harry Williams, president of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund, said the order should serve as a call to action for corporations, foundations and lawmakers to redouble support for HBCUs and their students.—
Cheyanne Mumphrey,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2025
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In short, schools can now directly pay players through licensing deals — a concept that goes against the foundation of amateurism that college sports was built upon.—
Eddie Pells,
The Orlando Sentinel,
8 June 2025
Noun
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For extra endurance, cover your pieces when not in use to protect them from the elements.—
Libby Monteith Minor,
Southern Living,
22 Mar. 2025
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Designed to be a lush, year-round oasis, this innovative space combines design elements inspired by Portland’s urban charm and tropical island retreats, bringing a slice of paradise to the city during the (in)famous Pacific Northwest rainy season.—
Stephan Rabimov,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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“ABC's.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ABC%27s. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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