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as in lifestyle
the way people live at a particular time and place
a documentary on the advanced civilization created by the Mayas over a thousand years ago
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as in culture
a high level of taste and enlightenment as a result of extensive intellectual training and exposure to the arts
by the 18th century Boston had reached a level of civilization sufficiently advanced to support a circle of portrait painters
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Recent Examples of civilization
Now, season three is raising the stakes by bringing in the most relatable thing the show has done — the threat of the total collapse of civilization.
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Rafael Motamayor, Vulture, 11 July 2025
Caracol dates back to 900 B.C., according to the Caracol Archaeological Project, and lasted centuries until the collapse of the Maya civilization in A.D. 800-900.
—Kerry Breen
july 10, CBS News, 10 July 2025
Some students admitted that they were unsettled, and even moved, by the simple tableau of Heston weeping in front of the last symbol of an extinct civilization.
—Tom Nichols, The Atlantic, 10 July 2025
Hamilton is a man of civilization, but of the wholesome, invigorating variety.
—Thomas Meaney, New Yorker, 2 July 2025
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Rafael Motamayor, Vulture, 11 July 2025
Caracol dates back to 900 B.C., according to the Caracol Archaeological Project, and lasted centuries until the collapse of the Maya civilization in A.D. 800-900.
—Kerry Breen
july 10, CBS News, 10 July 2025
Some students admitted that they were unsettled, and even moved, by the simple tableau of Heston weeping in front of the last symbol of an extinct civilization.
—Tom Nichols, The Atlantic, 10 July 2025
Hamilton is a man of civilization, but of the wholesome, invigorating variety.
—Thomas Meaney, New Yorker, 2 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for civilization
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The night will be hosted by Liz Lambert, founder of Bunkhouse Group and force behind Austin’s lifestyle getaway hotspots Hotel San Jose, Hotel Saint Cecilia and Austin Motel.—
Mars Salazar,
Austin American Statesman,
1 Aug. 2025
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Vice Is Broke tracks the rise and eventual bankruptcy of Vice Media, which included the lifestyle channel Viceland (home to Huang’s 2016 series, Huang’s World).—
Jennifer Zhan,
Vulture,
1 Aug. 2025
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Combining the family’s love for Greek culture, nature and food, with their passion for yoga and mindfulness, Kea Retreat offers travelers the option to book a five or six-night retreat or simply indulge in a relaxing and restorative hotel stay.—
Monica Mendal,
Vogue,
15 July 2025
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Yes, artists are important to the persistence of culture, but artisanal skills must take a back seat to functional skills when a colony is still in its early stage.—
Rachel Raposas,
People.com,
14 July 2025
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Still, with the rise of populist and ultra-conservative politicians utilizing nationalistic rhetoric, theocracy is becoming a greater concern for secular societies.—
Emi Eleode,
Time,
14 July 2025
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In my opinion, AI is the foundation of modern society, and its applications are expanding across a wide range of industries.—
Carmen Skipworth,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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The tennis community has rallied around Townsend’s achievement, with fellow stars like Coco Gauff, Madison Keys, and Ben Shelton publicly celebrating her accomplishment.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
29 July 2025
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The Impact of Excessive Competitiveness While a little bit of competition can be healthy for kids, Dr. Lee says too much can create chronic stress that can lead to burnout, de-prioritizing collaboration, and even lying about their accomplishments.—
Sherri Gordon,
Parents,
28 July 2025
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The extended life of a coal-burning generating unit confirms the worst fears of environmental groups ― who have watched warily as potential data center energy demand forecasts spiked ― that massive new demand loads could prolong the use of polluting coal and gas.—
Connor Giffin,
The Courier-Journal,
30 July 2025
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He's blessed us every day to get up to come here with life, with intelligence.—
John C. Moritz,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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Proceeds for this event support outdoor education for Cincinnati youth.—
Caroline Ritzie,
The Enquirer,
31 July 2025
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The Cameron Boyce Foundation was launched by the actor's family days after the news of his death and funds research, education, and awareness to cure epilepsy.—
Mekishana Pierre,
EW.com,
31 July 2025
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Created in 1958 by Lady Susana Walton—wife of British composer, Sir William Walton—with the help of English garden designer Russell Page, the breathtaking sanctuary reflects her five-decade devotion to its painstaking cultivation.—
Alexandra Kirkman,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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In Tucson, Arizona, where Castro lives, he is known for his love of mushroom cultivation, foraging, and harvesting.—
Mandy Taheri,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 July 2025
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Prompt engineering, critical reviewing and deliberate refinement of AI results will become part of everyday practice.—
Marcus Banner,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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This Wine Spectator award adds another level of refinement to its seafood- and steak-driven dining concept.—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
24 July 2025
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“Civilization.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/civilization. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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