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as in aura
a special quality or impression associated with something
the fireplace and cozy armchairs give the bookstore the atmosphere of a comfortable home
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as in environment
the circumstances, conditions, or objects by which one is surrounded
liked the quiet and scholarly atmosphere of his prep school
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Recent Examples of atmosphere
The film’s intimate scope — emotional betrayals provide the real thrills here — as well as its melancholic atmosphere and solid performances make this a satisfying streamer option.
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Lovia Gyarkye, HollywoodReporter, 6 June 2025
The most important thing to report is the bombs were successfully removed and no-one was hurt, but the activity created a surreal atmosphere as execs, journalists and others contemplated how to leave the city with all three major bridges blocked.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 6 June 2025
There, the particles excite gas and molecules in Earth's atmosphere, creating various colors depending on which gas is in the atmosphere.
—Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, Space.com, 5 June 2025
The family-friendly Denver Greek Festival returns this weekend with some of the metro area’s best food, performances and cultural atmosphere.
—John Wenzel, Denver Post, 5 June 2025
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Lovia Gyarkye, HollywoodReporter, 6 June 2025
The most important thing to report is the bombs were successfully removed and no-one was hurt, but the activity created a surreal atmosphere as execs, journalists and others contemplated how to leave the city with all three major bridges blocked.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 6 June 2025
There, the particles excite gas and molecules in Earth's atmosphere, creating various colors depending on which gas is in the atmosphere.
—Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, Space.com, 5 June 2025
The family-friendly Denver Greek Festival returns this weekend with some of the metro area’s best food, performances and cultural atmosphere.
—John Wenzel, Denver Post, 5 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for atmosphere
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Look, this is Florida’s third straight trip to the Stanley Cup Final, so this team has an aura of confidence that’s unmatched by most others.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
15 June 2025
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Even a few states that don't normally have the chance to spot the auras, like New York, might be able to catch a glimpse.—
Skyler Caruso,
People.com,
12 June 2025
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At the same time, the professionally focused MacBook Pro will squeeze out another year or two, which will be welcomed by those using the laptop in a production environment, but Tim Cook has put the platform on notice of cancellation.—
Ewan Spence,
Forbes.com,
8 June 2025
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That is bad for the city’s budget and bad for the environment.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
8 June 2025
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The first Trump administration stacked the EPA Clean Air Scientific Advisory Committee, which advises EPA on setting health-protective air quality standards, with opponents of environmental regulation, including people connected to industries the EPA regulates.—
H. Christopher Frey,
The Conversation,
5 June 2025
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For students at Muir, school was cancelled for over three weeks, reopening at the end of January when environmental testing determined there were no air contaminants lingering from wildfire debris.—
Simmone Shah,
Time,
5 June 2025
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According to Gongora, the decision behind the color coding was to create a new ambience that defines each arc, and pull the audience into a new dimension.—
Wilson Chapman,
IndieWire,
6 June 2025
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Creating the right outdoor ambience doesn’t require much, and outside of outdoor furniture, realistic-looking flower baskets, and an inviting doormat, proper lighting is non-negotiable.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
5 June 2025
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Instead of treating sustainability as a checklist or compliance task, organizations must rethink it as a strategy for balance—across climate, communities, and capital.—
Rhett Power,
Forbes.com,
15 June 2025
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Aspergillus, a fungal mold that thrives in warm, damp climates, is already found worldwide -- including in the U.S. -- and can impact humans, animals, livestock and plants.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
14 June 2025
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On a warm summer night, the presence of two huge bakeries seven blocks apart on Edmondson Avenue must have made for some sweet aromas.—
Jacques Kelly,
Baltimore Sun,
7 June 2025
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This cake is delicate and tender, with sweetness and coconut aroma that cuts all the way through.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
5 June 2025
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Its sound quality is superb, with deep bass and crisp, clear vocals, and the DTS Headphone:X surround tech adds a lot to the experience.—
Shubham Yewale,
PC Magazine,
30 May 2025
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There’s no escaping the large kidney grille, but a new mesh pattern enhances things, and buyers can now specify an illuminated grille surround.—
Matthew MacConnell,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
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“Atmosphere.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/atmosphere. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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