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as in spirits
a state of mind dominated by a particular emotion
losing my favorite sweater left me in a bad mood for the rest of the day
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as in auras
a special quality or impression associated with something
there's a haunting mood of melancholy about the ruined old castle
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Recent Examples of moods
One Battle is really an Anderson-Pynchon mashup, a work that filters Pynchonesque ideas and moods through Anderson’s prismatic vision.
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Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 18 Sep. 2025
Leaders who practice time boxing don’t let moods, convenience or distractions dictate their day.
—Wilson Luna, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
For all the talk of newness at NYFW, little truly felt fresh — instead, the runways leaned heavier into winter moods than spring optimism.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 17 Sep. 2025
Our moods are often better, as are our relationships with other people.
—Laura Kiniry, Popular Science, 17 Sep. 2025
The mode is one of willing commendation, trading on the imperative, hortative and jussive moods, the latter two of which have long disappeared from the English tongue.
—Elaine L. Wang
september 11, Literary Hub, 11 Sep. 2025
Introducing Anthony, a pit bull terrier who mixes his moods in a perfectly puppy-like way.
—Tj MacIas, Kansas City Star, 8 Sep. 2025
These issues ranged from academic difficulties and disruptive behaviors to depressive moods.
—Jack Beresford, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Sep. 2025
Our survey confirms other research that shows students who spend time outdoors – particularly in places with mature trees, open fields, parks, gardens and water – report better moods and lower stress.
—Chanam Lee, The Conversation, 2 Sep. 2025
Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 18 Sep. 2025
Leaders who practice time boxing don’t let moods, convenience or distractions dictate their day.
—Wilson Luna, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
For all the talk of newness at NYFW, little truly felt fresh — instead, the runways leaned heavier into winter moods than spring optimism.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 17 Sep. 2025
Our moods are often better, as are our relationships with other people.
—Laura Kiniry, Popular Science, 17 Sep. 2025
The mode is one of willing commendation, trading on the imperative, hortative and jussive moods, the latter two of which have long disappeared from the English tongue.
—Elaine L. Wang
september 11, Literary Hub, 11 Sep. 2025
Introducing Anthony, a pit bull terrier who mixes his moods in a perfectly puppy-like way.
—Tj MacIas, Kansas City Star, 8 Sep. 2025
These issues ranged from academic difficulties and disruptive behaviors to depressive moods.
—Jack Beresford, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Sep. 2025
Our survey confirms other research that shows students who spend time outdoors – particularly in places with mature trees, open fields, parks, gardens and water – report better moods and lower stress.
—Chanam Lee, The Conversation, 2 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for moods
Noun
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The season ends with everyone in good spirits.—
Monica Mercuri,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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This designation allowed those companies to legally sell their existing spirits, while the rest of the alcohol industry either waited it out, sold their stock to a company with a license, or dabbled in the underground spirits world.—
Maggie Menderski,
Louisville Courier Journal,
16 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Unlike other platforms, there are no switches to flip or modes to toggle.—
Renae Gregoire,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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On a good day, the Undervale houses maybe two living human guests and at least a couple dozen haunts of all demographics, time periods and modes of death — including the brother Katherine inherited it all from, the cheerfully feckless Nathan (Will Forte).—
Angie Han,
HollywoodReporter,
19 Sep. 2025
Noun
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However, even if this is the case, scientists have suggested light molecules of silicon, like silane, should be found in the upper atmospheres of gas giants and brown dwarfs.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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This is a fascinating find, as these conditions were considered part of the graphite-stability regime, where graphite-rich exo-atmospheres are expected to produce only flat spectra, not the feature-rich spectra that would appear if organic hazes were present.—
Ethan Siegel,
Big Think,
10 Sep. 2025
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The key mechanism was impermanence focus; the realization that negative feelings fade with time and don't define our long-term trajectory.—
Mark Murphy,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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Positive feedback enhanced their feelings of uniqueness (a key aspect of grandiose narcissism).—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
18 Sep. 2025
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How to watch The Rainmaker live without cable The Rainmaker airs on USA Network, which is available to stream on services like Sling TV.—
Jason Pham,
StyleCaster,
12 Sep. 2025
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The Drew Barrymore Show airs weekdays on CBS.—
Emlyn Travis,
Entertainment Weekly,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Welcome to this year’s Best of Beauty winners in the Scent category, a list that includes nine genre-defining fragrances, a solid perfume, two body mists, one delicious-smelling hair mist, two oils, and four home aromas.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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The aromas of this wine - maraschino cherry, pink roses and sea breeze - are dazzling; there is great freshness, excellent complexity and significant persistence; enjoy this over the next three to five years.—
Tom Hyland,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Just as nice, though, is how this gentle creamy cleanser still suds up to a satisfying lather, leaving your limbs—and your senses—feeling refreshed.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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Focus on indulging in your senses.—
Kyle Thomas,
PEOPLE,
14 Sep. 2025
Noun
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New smells, the sight of movement, or the presence of other animals can overwhelm their recall training, making the urge to explore stronger than their owner's call.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Sep. 2025
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You are nauseated by the smells.—
Matthew Shen Goodman,
Harpers Magazine,
19 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Moods.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/moods. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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