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as in areas
a region of activity, knowledge, or influence
medieval history is really Professor Clinton's realm, so I'll let her answer your question
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as in confines
an area over which activity, capacity, or influence extends
a medical breakthrough that is within the realm of possibility
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Recent Examples of realms
No one has lived on a distant planet, in the far future, or any place where dragons or wizards rule—so, kudos to anyone who can make such realms feel truly lived in.
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Richard Brody, New Yorker, 18 Sep. 2025
There are a number of changes to make in the realms of sleep, exercise, diet and nutrition that can impact the body’s stress response, a complex process that involves the release of key hormones like cortisol.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 17 Sep. 2025
In this paradigm, individuals’ ability to achieve their goals emerges from the economic rather than political or social realms.
—Livia Gershon, JSTOR Daily, 8 Sep. 2025
These leaders are the future of our communities in both the corporate and nonprofit realms.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
In Chinese myths, being an immortal can sort of feel like being a government employee — celestial bureaucracies make decisions that affect both the heavenly and mortal realms, and leaders of different immortal sects can engage in power plays and politics.
—Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 22 Aug. 2025
In Jewish mysticism, sleep is described as a time when the soul ascends to connect with higher realms.
—Rabbi Bruce D. Forman, Sun Sentinel, 21 Aug. 2025
Natter’s responsibilities expanded into other realms.
—Mitch Sherman, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2025
The flow of all these resources toward Christian schools may seem unsurprising given the long history of conservative Christian support for vouchers, but the popular shift toward private education is actually a relatively new development within the most evangelical realms of American Christianity.
—Chandler Fritz, Harpers Magazine, 20 Aug. 2025
Richard Brody, New Yorker, 18 Sep. 2025
There are a number of changes to make in the realms of sleep, exercise, diet and nutrition that can impact the body’s stress response, a complex process that involves the release of key hormones like cortisol.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 17 Sep. 2025
In this paradigm, individuals’ ability to achieve their goals emerges from the economic rather than political or social realms.
—Livia Gershon, JSTOR Daily, 8 Sep. 2025
These leaders are the future of our communities in both the corporate and nonprofit realms.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
In Chinese myths, being an immortal can sort of feel like being a government employee — celestial bureaucracies make decisions that affect both the heavenly and mortal realms, and leaders of different immortal sects can engage in power plays and politics.
—Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 22 Aug. 2025
In Jewish mysticism, sleep is described as a time when the soul ascends to connect with higher realms.
—Rabbi Bruce D. Forman, Sun Sentinel, 21 Aug. 2025
Natter’s responsibilities expanded into other realms.
—Mitch Sherman, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2025
The flow of all these resources toward Christian schools may seem unsurprising given the long history of conservative Christian support for vouchers, but the popular shift toward private education is actually a relatively new development within the most evangelical realms of American Christianity.
—Chandler Fritz, Harpers Magazine, 20 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for realms
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In some areas, the leaves begin to change as soon as August and peak in September, like parts of the Rocky Mountains, as well as Alaska and spots in the Cascade Mountains.—
Kyle Reiman,
ABC News,
16 Sep. 2025
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The flat edge lays down product, the rounded side buffs and blends, and the precision tip gets into all the hard-to-reach areas like nostrils and lash lines.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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Research confirms that evaluating career decisions across multiple life domains—rather than just salary—leads to more sustainable long-term outcomes.—
Renessa Boley Layne,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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Genius in one area of life can be stunting in other domains.—
Louisa Thomas,
New Yorker,
7 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Clearly delineate roles and scopes.—
Vinayak Mahtani,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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By making the cameras solar-powered and connected over cell networks, Flock brought the technology within reach of smaller towns and departments that couldn’t afford earlier systems.—
Jennifer Jolly,
USA Today,
14 Sep. 2025
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Jones detailed new de-icing equipment, dedicated crews, and a central dashboard so all departments can see in real-time how their decisions impact the entire network.—
Christopher Elliott,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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Kirk's death sent shockwaves through social and political spheres, with many conservatives mourning the death of the commentator and TV personality, including Fox News host Megyn Kelly, who fought back tears on air upon covering news that Kirk had died.—
Joey Nolfi,
Entertainment Weekly,
11 Sep. 2025
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The room is filled with light-weight silver spheres which swirl through the air around guests like a tornado.—
Caroline Reid,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Along the way, bitcoin has broken out from five prior downward-sloping ranges similar to this one—a positive technical sign.—
Frank Cappelleri,
CNBC,
17 Sep. 2025
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Investigators used tools including open-source information and high-resolution satellite images to identify the sites and specifics such as firing ranges and trenches.—
Joanna Kakissis,
NPR,
17 Sep. 2025
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But kingdoms don’t abandon their crown jewels easily.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Sep. 2025
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Throughout the Bronze Age and medieval centuries, Armenian vineyards thrived under the rule of kingdoms and monasteries.—
Layne Randolph,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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For a fuller look, use a pumpkin with wide dimensions and a flat top so the leaves can flow outwards.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Sep. 2025
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Through striking images, the show offers an extended exploration of identity, gender and environment, highlighting the personal and political dimensions of women’s lives.—
Amy Carleton,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Realms.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/realms. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.
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