as in illusion
a conception or image created by the imagination and having no objective reality
a monster in the closet would not have been the first chimera that the boy had seen in his mind's eye
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Recent Examples of chimera
The air defense community has pursued this chimera for decades.
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James Stavridis, The Mercury News, 15 Feb. 2025
And sure enough, the mouse that grew from that embryo was a chimera, displaying these traits along with those of the original embryo donor.
—Michael Irving, New Atlas, 28 Nov. 2024
The air defense community has pursued this chimera for decades.
—James Stavridis, The Mercury News, 15 Feb. 2025
And sure enough, the mouse that grew from that embryo was a chimera, displaying these traits along with those of the original embryo donor.
—Michael Irving, New Atlas, 28 Nov. 2024
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James Stavridis, The Mercury News, 15 Feb. 2025
And sure enough, the mouse that grew from that embryo was a chimera, displaying these traits along with those of the original embryo donor.
—Michael Irving, New Atlas, 28 Nov. 2024
The air defense community has pursued this chimera for decades.
—James Stavridis, The Mercury News, 15 Feb. 2025
And sure enough, the mouse that grew from that embryo was a chimera, displaying these traits along with those of the original embryo donor.
—Michael Irving, New Atlas, 28 Nov. 2024
See All Example Sentences for chimera
Recent Examples of Synonyms for chimera
Noun
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High ceilings, tall doors, oversized windows, and a herringbone parquet floor with oversized proportions were also key to creating the illusion of extra space.—
Mailin Sophie Zieser,
Architectural Digest,
7 June 2025
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While there is a warming and cooling sensation associated with these products, the ingredients act on nerve endings to create an illusion of hot and cold.—
Novant Health,
Charlotte Observer,
6 June 2025
Noun
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Honestly, this mattress is a dream, with the price point being under $2,000 for a California King.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
13 June 2025
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The chefs also had access to extraordinary local ingredients from Milan’s market, a dream for any cook.—
Buddha Lo,
People.com,
13 June 2025
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Set to John Kander and Fred Ebb's award-winning score, the trailer offers a glimpse at the film’s blend of gritty realism and old-Hollywood fantasy.—
Dave Quinn,
People.com,
5 June 2025
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Following Wicked’s blockbuster release last year, there’s a ton of excitement brewing for Part 2 of the fantasy movie musical starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo.—
Monica Mercuri,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
Noun
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Each room was designed to feel like a small private home, complete with its own terrace, living, and dining spaces—and indeed my suite, retro yet refined, felt straight out of Don Draper’s West Coast daydream.—
Elise Taylor,
Vogue,
24 Apr. 2025
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After a few episodes, Tim stopped checking in with his lawyer and his employees and started escaping into whiskey, pills and suicidal daydreams.—
Noel Murray,
New York Times,
6 Apr. 2025
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Ultimately, much may depend on their vision for Nwaneri’s and Dowman’s ultimate positions — and the outcome of he former’s contract negotiations.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
6 June 2025
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Applicants need to have a minimum 2.5 GPA, display a commitment to community and have a vision for their future, according to the 2025 application.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
5 June 2025
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Although she was never formally diagnosed, E.A. believes Lewes may have experienced bipolar disorder, marked by episodes of extreme paranoia and delusions, which became more frequent as time went on.—
Jordana Comiter,
People.com,
5 June 2025
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Valerie often allowed her vanity and delusion to stand in her way, but also has a certain purity in her desire for mainstream success; viewers on the show’s wavelength might alternately cringe, laugh and feel deeply for her over the course of just a few minutes.—
Daniel D'Addario,
Variety,
5 June 2025
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“Chimera.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chimera. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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