as in looks
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 presences
One of the Gamecocks’ only interior presences, center Madina Okot, had three fouls early in the third quarter.
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Marisa Ingemi, Los Angeles Times, 5 Apr. 2026
Several of United’s flights from O’Hare to Middle East hotspots like Dubai, UAE, and Tel Aviv, Israel, already are on hold, as are several flights from the major Gulf carriers who have strong presences at O’Hare.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2026
Traditional sportsbooks with brick-and-mortar casino presences, such as Caesars and BetMGM, have abstained from prediction markets and remain with the AGA, as do many tribal groups that are bracing to fight prediction markets.
—Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 27 Mar. 2026
But their fundraising and campaign presences to this point have been minimal.
—Jake Goodrick, Sacbee.com, 27 Mar. 2026
São Paulo House has long stood out as one of the strongest South American presences, reflecting the large number of Brazilians who attend each March.
—Deborah Sengupta Stith, Austin American Statesman, 17 Mar. 2026
Bovino and his agents were visible presences in Chicago and its suburbs last year.
—Julia Ainsley, NBC news, 16 Mar. 2026
Both are strong presences in the run game, hopefully putting an end to the Rams’ struggles against outside zone.
—Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 9 Mar. 2026
Varley’s elevation this season is a wonderful turn for Ashbourne, an icon of British film, TV, and theater who has long been one of Bridgerton’s most consistently comedic presences.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 3 Mar. 2026
Marisa Ingemi, Los Angeles Times, 5 Apr. 2026
Several of United’s flights from O’Hare to Middle East hotspots like Dubai, UAE, and Tel Aviv, Israel, already are on hold, as are several flights from the major Gulf carriers who have strong presences at O’Hare.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2026
Traditional sportsbooks with brick-and-mortar casino presences, such as Caesars and BetMGM, have abstained from prediction markets and remain with the AGA, as do many tribal groups that are bracing to fight prediction markets.
—Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 27 Mar. 2026
But their fundraising and campaign presences to this point have been minimal.
—Jake Goodrick, Sacbee.com, 27 Mar. 2026
São Paulo House has long stood out as one of the strongest South American presences, reflecting the large number of Brazilians who attend each March.
—Deborah Sengupta Stith, Austin American Statesman, 17 Mar. 2026
Bovino and his agents were visible presences in Chicago and its suburbs last year.
—Julia Ainsley, NBC news, 16 Mar. 2026
Both are strong presences in the run game, hopefully putting an end to the Rams’ struggles against outside zone.
—Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 9 Mar. 2026
Varley’s elevation this season is a wonderful turn for Ashbourne, an icon of British film, TV, and theater who has long been one of Bridgerton’s most consistently comedic presences.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 3 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for presences
Noun
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The cast’s press tour looks have been killer, with Meryl Streep’s earning a groundbreaking (wink, wink) rating from me.—
Eva Thomas,
InStyle,
2 Apr. 2026
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The more we’re valued for our accomplishments and not for our looks, the better.—
Alexis Benveniste,
Allure,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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This test measures not only resilience but also the various ideological and emotional factors typically associated with it, such as family support, personal competence, and faith in God — a higher score reflects more of these attitudes and supports.—
Namir Khaliq,
Big Think,
31 Mar. 2026
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From a public health perspective, understanding these attitudes is essential.—
Emily Bache,
The Conversation,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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But Bird made this year’s Opening Day roster and, entering Sunday, had not allowed a run in four appearances.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
6 Apr. 2026
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Fourth, Gahan says, big creators do appearances, speaking engagements, or conferences, for which they are paid (though this seems to be the least common way for creators to make money).—
Fortesa Latifi,
Rolling Stone,
5 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The ceiling is decorated with representations of Italian coins from the Etruscans to the early 20th century, the floor consists of colorful geometric mosaics, and gazing down on the scene are busts of various iconic Italian figures, from Marco Polo to Alessandro Volta.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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The decision drew immediate fire from El-Sayed's primary opponents and national Democratic figures, forcing a rare public reckoning over how far the party should go to recapture young men who abandoned it in record numbers in 2024.—
Jesus Mesa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Judith Martin's Miss Manners column has chronicled the continuous rise and fall of American manners since 1978.—
Judith Martin,
Dallas Morning News,
30 Mar. 2026
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Jeremiah is a friendly, affectionate and respectful teen who is known for his polite manners and eagerness to help others.—
The Star,
Kansas City Star,
28 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Stacey, who is the president of the players' association, said the players are working closely with the league to make sure facilities and other aspects of the player experience remain high as the league expands.—
Ian Thomas,
CNBC,
4 Apr. 2026
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The research matches some aspects of corporate America’s current AI adoption narrative.—
Tristan Bove,
Fortune,
3 Apr. 2026
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Of the rest, demeanors vary, but only Hoiberg can yell at officials and still manage to do it in a sort of friendly way.—
Joe Rexrode,
New York Times,
25 Mar. 2026
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Shuter also said the couple was seen shopping together in Aspen, and once again commented on the difference between their demeanors.—
StyleCaster Editors,
StyleCaster,
16 Mar. 2026
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“Presences.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/presences. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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