cell

Definition of cellnext
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as in room
an area within a building that has been set apart from surrounding space by a wall a jail cell

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as in affiliate
a local unit of an organization his mission was to locate and infiltrate the terrorist cell that was believed to be hiding in the city

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Recent Examples of cell Medical appointments, educational classes, and myriad programs have been curtailed or shut down and people spend fewer hours outside their cells. Steve Zeidman, New York Daily News, 2 Apr. 2026 This molecule directly stimulates bone-building cells, helping increase bone density and strength. Hadia Zainab, CNN Money, 2 Apr. 2026 The study researchers explain that avocados are rich in monounsaturated fats, which are essential for maintaining healthy cholesterol levels and supporting cell structure. Lauren Manaker, SELF, 2 Apr. 2026 No one is keeping him in the cell. Literary Hub, 2 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for cell
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Noun
  • An operative would normally plan to walk alone to a hotel room to avoid being seen with an asset.
    David D. Kirkpatrick, New Yorker, 30 Mar. 2026
  • Having undergone an extensive 2024 renovation, each of the 259 rooms (including 42 suites) are bright and airy, with textures and colors inspired by the Canadian landscape.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • There was a formal complaint that was sent to leadership in both chambers and the governor, saying, ‘This isn’t right.
    Angela Palermo, Idaho Statesman, 3 Apr. 2026
  • From there on out, Hood became a kind of radical, liberal man of the cloth, rallying for gay and trans rights, Black Lives Matter, and, finally, becoming a spiritual advisor to men on death row in 2022 after the Supreme Court ruled that folks could have one accompany them to the death chamber.
    Brenna Ehrlich, Rolling Stone, 3 Apr. 2026
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  • Rookie Arttu Hyry, playing his sixth game since being recalled from Dallas' AHL affiliate, scored the lone goal for the Stars, who are in second place in the Central Division but have lost five of their last six.
    CBS News, CBS News, 30 Mar. 2026
  • Documents list the operator as Lavender Fields Holdings LLC, and according to Indiana Economic Development Corporation sales tax exemption documents, Google is listed as an affiliate.
    Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 29 Mar. 2026
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  • The exterior Forged from anodized aluminum, this is Carl Friedrik's most hard-wearing cabin case yet, with new steel rivets adding extra protection against knocks and bumps to complement the robust aluminum frame.
    Charley Ward, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Apr. 2026
  • Lodge rooms and luxury cabins are among the accommodation options.
    Julie Bielenberg, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Welles said through his management company that the animal lover would appreciate donations in his memory to local animal shelters, animal rescue organizations or Humane Society chapters.
    Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 29 Mar. 2026
  • Here, four bibliophile paradises that invite travelers to get lost in the chapters and sit in the joy of a life well read.
    Lara Kramer, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Inside, one side of the suitcase features a zipped compartment—useful for keeping toiletries and smaller items contained safely—while the other has a robust compression system with a notably sturdy strap and weighty steel buckle.
    Charley Ward, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Apr. 2026
  • This clutch is no exception, with a spacious main compartment and two interior card slots for extra organization.
    Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 4 Apr. 2026
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  • The find helps explain water’s odd behavior and its unusual properties, including the reason ice cubes float and how liquid water expands as its temperature drops below 39 degrees Fahrenheit (four degrees Celsius).
    Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 27 Mar. 2026
  • This comprehensive travel system includes three packing cubes and a 17-inch laptop sleeve to organize all your belongings.
    BestReviews, Mercury News, 26 Mar. 2026

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“Cell.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cell. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.

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