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as in highlights
to indicate the importance of by centering attention on
a restaurant featuring an extensive list of American wines to complement its creative American cuisine
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as in imagines
to form a mental picture of
I can't feature that guy wearing anything other than his usual jeans and T-shirt
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as in characteristics
something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind
perhaps the most striking feature of that house is the way it was constructed to fit into its hillside site
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Recent Examples of features
David D. Kirkpatrick, New Yorker, 30 Mar. 2026
The neighborhood features the Dilworth historic district, known for its 19th-century luxury estates.
—Chase Jordan
march 30, Charlotte Observer, 30 Mar. 2026
Spend an afternoon at one of the area’s renowned hot springs resorts—ideally, one that features a water park for the kids and spa-like serenity for the adults.
—Meghan Palmer, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Mar. 2026
While still being finalized, the card features two championship fights.
—Will Weissert, Chicago Tribune, 29 Mar. 2026
The convention features everything from panels for students applying to medical school to nighttime dances, Brooks said.
—Jessica Ma, Dallas Morning News, 29 Mar. 2026
The venue features 557-seat main theater with an orchestra pit, catwalk, theatrical rigging and a dedicated AV room.
—Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 29 Mar. 2026
In place of the two-piece Dutch door on Low Tows of old, the all-new model features a clever sliding dual-height design that closes neatly whether the trailer is set to drive or camp height.
—New Atlas, 29 Mar. 2026
Following its renovation, the yacht features revised living spaces with interiors that favor understated luxury, blending midcentury furniture with contemporary pieces from Liaigre and Holly Hunt.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 22 Mar. 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Apr. 2026
All four astronauts have been studying the moon extensively in their mission preparation, of course, but the precise launch date and time determined the specific features each would target during their all-too-fleeting close encounter, making this review time a necessity.
—Meghan Bartels, Scientific American, 4 Apr. 2026
The moon has been observed in great detail by satellites at lower altitudes, but the Artemis II crew will have a unique chance to observe features on the lunar far side that no human has ever directly experienced.
—William Harwood, CBS News, 4 Apr. 2026
Special features include a custom study finished in cherry, walnut and leather; and a main-floor primary suite with dual en suite bathrooms, private dressing rooms, and an expansive walk-in shower.
—Sara B. Hansen, Denver Post, 4 Apr. 2026
Additional standard features that jumped out at us include the sunroof, 20-inch wheels, LED Headlights and 6-usb ports.
—Marc D Grasso, Hartford Courant, 4 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile, a select cast of features enters Thundercat’s world.
—Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 4 Apr. 2026
The flooding occurred so rapidly because what is normally one of the mine’s most important safety features worked against it.
—Jay Gabler, Twin Cities, 4 Apr. 2026
The chair-racing phenomenon shares many features that may be familiar to fans of Formula One.
—Trista Kurniawan, CNN Money, 28 Mar. 2026
Verb
The decal features a common saying in intelligence circles.
—David D. Kirkpatrick, New Yorker, 30 Mar. 2026
The neighborhood features the Dilworth historic district, known for its 19th-century luxury estates.
—Chase Jordan
march 30, Charlotte Observer, 30 Mar. 2026
Spend an afternoon at one of the area’s renowned hot springs resorts—ideally, one that features a water park for the kids and spa-like serenity for the adults.
—Meghan Palmer, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Mar. 2026
While still being finalized, the card features two championship fights.
—Will Weissert, Chicago Tribune, 29 Mar. 2026
The convention features everything from panels for students applying to medical school to nighttime dances, Brooks said.
—Jessica Ma, Dallas Morning News, 29 Mar. 2026
The venue features 557-seat main theater with an orchestra pit, catwalk, theatrical rigging and a dedicated AV room.
—Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 29 Mar. 2026
In place of the two-piece Dutch door on Low Tows of old, the all-new model features a clever sliding dual-height design that closes neatly whether the trailer is set to drive or camp height.
—New Atlas, 29 Mar. 2026
Following its renovation, the yacht features revised living spaces with interiors that favor understated luxury, blending midcentury furniture with contemporary pieces from Liaigre and Holly Hunt.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 22 Mar. 2026
Noun
Anything stand out about other services and features?
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Apr. 2026
All four astronauts have been studying the moon extensively in their mission preparation, of course, but the precise launch date and time determined the specific features each would target during their all-too-fleeting close encounter, making this review time a necessity.
—Meghan Bartels, Scientific American, 4 Apr. 2026
The moon has been observed in great detail by satellites at lower altitudes, but the Artemis II crew will have a unique chance to observe features on the lunar far side that no human has ever directly experienced.
—William Harwood, CBS News, 4 Apr. 2026
Special features include a custom study finished in cherry, walnut and leather; and a main-floor primary suite with dual en suite bathrooms, private dressing rooms, and an expansive walk-in shower.
—Sara B. Hansen, Denver Post, 4 Apr. 2026
Additional standard features that jumped out at us include the sunroof, 20-inch wheels, LED Headlights and 6-usb ports.
—Marc D Grasso, Hartford Courant, 4 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile, a select cast of features enters Thundercat’s world.
—Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 4 Apr. 2026
The flooding occurred so rapidly because what is normally one of the mine’s most important safety features worked against it.
—Jay Gabler, Twin Cities, 4 Apr. 2026
The chair-racing phenomenon shares many features that may be familiar to fans of Formula One.
—Trista Kurniawan, CNN Money, 28 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for features
Verb
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The South Florida Sun Sentinel typically highlights restaurant inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation in Broward and Palm Beach counties.—
Kari Barnett,
Sun Sentinel,
3 Apr. 2026
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In revisiting Lehmann’s story, Strager highlights that Lehmann’s legacy is one of resilience and perseverance—proof that early setbacks do not define a person and that brilliance can flourish, even later in life.—
Carol Sutton Lewis,
Scientific American,
3 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Weed imagines the home’s spirit as a 19th-century woman in a long dress—and not a particularly happy one.—
Katie Schultz,
Architectural Digest,
2 Apr. 2026
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Given the remarkable radiation tolerance displayed by the molds discovered at Chernobyl, fungi might also provide radiation shielding — Maurer imagines growing thin layers of them inside the inflated buildings to shield the astronauts living within.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The interface of the desktop website version includes key mission milestones and characteristics about the moon, including information about landing sites during the Apollo era.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
3 Apr. 2026
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Hegseth exhibits those characteristics, and our soldiers finally have someone to follow.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Apr. 2026
Verb
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In a video lesson, psychiatrist Bessel van der Kolk emphasizes the importance of compassion when interacting with trauma survivors, highlighting that seemingly negative behaviors may be coping mechanisms for deep emotional pain and urging us to consider their struggles before passing judgment.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
1 Apr. 2026
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Bank of America emphasizes human oversight, transparency, and accountability for AI outcomes across the bank.—
Michael Bush,
Fortune,
1 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The shakeup is part of NASA's overhaul of its Artemis campaign as the space agency envisions launching more missions before and after a historic moon landing.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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In Kfar Giladi, Zeevi envisions distant hope.—
Tal Shalev,
CNN Money,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Clicking into the title will give you even more information, including a blurb about what parents need to know, a breakdown of potential concerns and positive qualities about the book, and reviews from kids.—
Cody Godwin,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
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Many plants are admired for their striking aesthetic qualities, and flowers such as tulips, lilies, sunflowers, and daisies beautify fields, gardens, windowsills, and bouquets the world over.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
2 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Butler stresses the importance of trust and tone.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Apr. 2026
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And though the lyrics mix Korean and English, the music repeatedly stresses BTS’s Korean roots.—
The Week US,
TheWeek,
1 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Miss Manners pictures your guests, looking forward to a pleasant evening with you, being confronted with your suggestions.—
Judith Martin,
Sun Sentinel,
24 Feb. 2026
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After all, no one pictures a futuristic city cloaked in exhaust fumes.—
Alex Hewitt,
IEEE Spectrum,
6 Jan. 2026
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“Features.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/features. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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