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as in look
the outward form of someone or something especially as indicative of a quality
the orchestra's musical director has a very stately presence
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Recent Examples of presence
The Los Angeles Times reported that police maintained a minimal presence in the area and there had been no arrests or injuries related to the demonstration.
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Thao Nguyen, USA TODAY, 3 Feb. 2025
Sarah Michelle Gellar, aka Buffy herself, is said to be on board as a recurring presence in a story about a whole new vamp hunter.
—Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 3 Feb. 2025
Barça Vision also includes Barça Games with its own app and an upcoming presence in Fortnite and Roblox.
FC Barcelona’s bold digital initiatives showcase the club’s resilience and innovative spirit in the face of recent challenges.
—Michelle Greenwald, Forbes, 3 Feb. 2025
Known for its sweet bread, the company has expanded its offerings over the decades and seeks to solidify a larger presence in the NASCAR community.
—Raul A. Reyes, Newsweek, 23 Jan. 2025
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Thao Nguyen, USA TODAY, 3 Feb. 2025
Sarah Michelle Gellar, aka Buffy herself, is said to be on board as a recurring presence in a story about a whole new vamp hunter.
—Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 3 Feb. 2025
Barça Vision also includes Barça Games with its own app and an upcoming presence in Fortnite and Roblox.
FC Barcelona’s bold digital initiatives showcase the club’s resilience and innovative spirit in the face of recent challenges.
—Michelle Greenwald, Forbes, 3 Feb. 2025
Known for its sweet bread, the company has expanded its offerings over the decades and seeks to solidify a larger presence in the NASCAR community.
—Raul A. Reyes, Newsweek, 23 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for presence
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Greenland’s location also presents a unique economic opportunity, thanks to its proximity to Arctic shipping routes.—
Juhohn Lee,
CNBC,
26 Jan. 2025
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Be aware of proximity limitations (some attractions only offer reciprocal admission to visitors who live more than 90 miles away, for example).—
Linnea Bailey,
USA TODAY,
25 Jan. 2025
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Sherman’s march would mark the culmination of military emancipation, and this fact alone justifies the closer look that Parten gives it.—
Scott Spillman,
The New Yorker,
29 Jan. 2025
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Longoria added on a taupe top-handle purse, completing her look with dainty jewelry.—
Hannah Malach,
WWD,
29 Jan. 2025
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As President Donald Trump hands out paradigm-shifting executive orders, Brave New World offers up Harrison Ford as a power-mad U.S. president who turns into Red Hulk, wrecking everything in sight.—
James Hibberd,
The Hollywood Reporter,
31 Jan. 2025
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The degree of care that went into the documentary aspects of the six hours matched the flawless way in which 27 acts proceeded one another on stage with nary a lull or snafu in sight.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
31 Jan. 2025
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Hill ran a respectable 6.70 seconds—his first track appearance in nearly a decade.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
3 Feb. 2025
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But before that, Reid led the Eagles to nine playoff runs, five conference title games, and even a Super Bowl appearance in 2005 in 14 seasons as Philadelphia’s head coach.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
2 Feb. 2025
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Other companies reporting include Exxon Mobil , Chevron , AbbVie , Colgate-Palmolive , Booz Allen , Charter Communications , LyondellBasell , and Novartis.—
Jeff Marks,
CNBC,
30 Jan. 2025
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Many companies outline their testing practices—whether in-house or through third-party labs—on their websites.—
Jordan Galloway,
SELF,
30 Jan. 2025
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My jokes are Mike Franks’, my attitude is Mike Franks.—
Matt Webb Mitovich,
TVLine,
25 Jan. 2025
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Regarding distribution prospects in India, Churi expressed optimism about changing audience attitudes.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
25 Jan. 2025
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The 2-minute video of his turtle encounter has gotten thousands of views, reactions and comments, including from some who marveled at the man’s calm demeanor.—
Mark Price,
Miami Herald,
31 Jan. 2025
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Elsbeth’s look and demeanor — the vibrant red hair, the bold color-and-texture combinations, the abundance of totes — have already been very effective in her pursuit of murderers.—
Sophie Brookover,
Vulture,
30 Jan. 2025
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And so the manner of death — suicide or homicide — remained an open question.—
Ariane Lange,
Sacramento Bee,
26 Jan. 2025
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His cause and manner of death will be released by the medical examiner.—
Abigail Adams,
People.com,
24 Jan. 2025
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“Presence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/presence. Accessed 9 Feb. 2025.
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