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as in types
a number of persons or things that are grouped together because they have something in common
I like that kind of candy
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as in categories
one of the units into which a whole is divided on the basis of a common characteristic
we looked at just about every kind of flooring before deciding which to use in the kitchen
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Recent Examples of kinds
Birkin’s signature unfussy aesthetic translated well to her living environments, which featured a jumbled array of objects of all kinds, layered by years of flea market finds and vintage store visits.
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Michelle Duncan,
Architectural Digest,
1 July 2026
With more hot days ahead, Minnesota farmers of all kinds are trying to navigate the heat and dry weather.
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John Lauritsen,
CBS News,
29 June 2026
There are five different kinds, some more rare than others.
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Elizabeth Cooney,
STAT,
26 June 2026
Wimbledon 2026 starts Monday at the All England Lawn Tennis Club in London, and on the most rarefied surface in tennis, fans should expect surprises of all kinds.
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Ava Wallace,
New York Times,
26 June 2026
And while these plants welcome pollinators of all kinds, deer don't like to dine on them.
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Michelle Darrisaw,
Southern Living,
25 June 2026
House shoes of all kinds in this over-the-door hanger that’s less than $10.
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Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 June 2026
Proudly made in the USA, these coloring tablecloths make memorable experiences for parties, family gatherings, camps, and celebrations of all kinds.
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ABC News,
22 June 2026
Copper of all kinds has experienced a resurgence in recent years, but the most elegant take on the shade is rich, natural-leaning, and glossy.
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Calin Van Paris,
InStyle,
17 June 2026
Michelle Duncan,
Architectural Digest,
1 July 2026
With more hot days ahead, Minnesota farmers of all kinds are trying to navigate the heat and dry weather.
—
John Lauritsen,
CBS News,
29 June 2026
There are five different kinds, some more rare than others.
—
Elizabeth Cooney,
STAT,
26 June 2026
Wimbledon 2026 starts Monday at the All England Lawn Tennis Club in London, and on the most rarefied surface in tennis, fans should expect surprises of all kinds.
—
Ava Wallace,
New York Times,
26 June 2026
And while these plants welcome pollinators of all kinds, deer don't like to dine on them.
—
Michelle Darrisaw,
Southern Living,
25 June 2026
House shoes of all kinds in this over-the-door hanger that’s less than $10.
—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 June 2026
Proudly made in the USA, these coloring tablecloths make memorable experiences for parties, family gatherings, camps, and celebrations of all kinds.
—
ABC News,
22 June 2026
Copper of all kinds has experienced a resurgence in recent years, but the most elegant take on the shade is rich, natural-leaning, and glossy.
—
Calin Van Paris,
InStyle,
17 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for kinds
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These types of floor are easy to clean, handle moisture well, and don’t show every footprint.
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While terracotta pots and baskets lined with coconut coir have their uses, these types of containers dry out much faster and will need careful management to ensure plants don't wither away.
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The four-day contest is a major event on the barbecue competition circuit, with more than $190,000 in prizes across categories like beef, exotics (like alligator, or emu, for instance), wings, and sauce.
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The report also highlighted improvements in clearance rates and an overall decrease in major crime categories, including robberies.
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As researcher Ahmad Nuril Huda writes, like many minorities of all sorts in many different places, Indonesian feminists have benefited from the ability to talk to each other across geographical boundaries using the internet.
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Ser Simon had been an ally of sorts to Aemond's arch-nemesis, Prince Daemon (Matt Smith).
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The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame attracts 500,000 people each year to Cleveland, while Nashville’s music history and attractions tied to country, gospel and other genres bring in about 17 million people annually.
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The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame attracts 500,000 people each year to Cleveland, while Nashville's music history and attractions tied to country, gospel and other genres bring in about 17 million people annually.
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Arachnids, including spiders (most common varieties) and scorpions.
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Because its founders, the Faro family, built a small empire in Sicily from an ornamental plant business that grew into one of the largest Mediterranean plant nurseries in Europe, exporting more than 5,000 varieties to 60 countries.
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The original design featured 13 stripes representing the colonies and 13 stars arranged in a circle to symbolize equality among them.
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Here, the brown cat-eye base matches the drink's dark color, while black tiger stripes add that bubbly, playful finish.
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“Kinds.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kinds. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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