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as in object
something material that can be perceived by the senses
can you hand me that thing over there?
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2
as in product
something produced by physical or intellectual effort
just the latest thing from her fertile imagination
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as in entity
one that has a real and independent existence
the thing to which the subject of the sentence refers
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as in feat
something done by someone
one of the things you can do is to help me clean up
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as in event
something that happens
the accident was just one of those things that can happen anywhere
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as in purpose
something that one hopes or intends to accomplish
the important thing is that we get the project back on schedule
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as in matter
something to be dealt with
I have lots of things to do this afternoon
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as in stuff
things plural
transportable items that one owns
gather your things and get out
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as in specialty
something for which a person shows a special talent
math just isn't my thing
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as in person
a member of the human race
you poor thing, you must be exhausted
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Recent Examples of thing
But things quieted considerably when second baseman Ethan Mendoza caught Cotton trying to stretch his lead into a triple with a laser-like throw to third base.
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Caleb Yum, Austin American Statesman, 11 Mar. 2026
Getting in was the most important thing, so Dawson accepted the decision and didn’t make an issue of it.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
First album that sparked your interest in music The unique thing about my upbringing is that we weren’t allowed to listen to the radio.
—Devon Ivie, Vulture, 11 Mar. 2026
People really want real things.
—Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 11 Mar. 2026
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Caleb Yum, Austin American Statesman, 11 Mar. 2026
Getting in was the most important thing, so Dawson accepted the decision and didn’t make an issue of it.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
First album that sparked your interest in music The unique thing about my upbringing is that we weren’t allowed to listen to the radio.
—Devon Ivie, Vulture, 11 Mar. 2026
People really want real things.
—Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 11 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thing
Noun
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Balat then dropped a second object near some police officers and tried to run, but he was tackled and arrested, according to a court complaint.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
13 Mar. 2026
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And just as a computer eventually morphed into a physical object with a circuit board and chips, another evolution is now underway.—
Alexei Oreskovic,
Fortune,
12 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Along with their sleek styles (no cheesy paisley patterns here), these cases are filled with extra pockets and compartments to ensure easy access to your favorite products and tools.—
Sarah Han,
Allure,
15 Mar. 2026
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Among the Afipsky refinery's products are diesel fuels and natural gasoline that can be used to make jet fuel or petrol.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
15 Mar. 2026
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The Basij were the entity linked to the crackdown on nationwide civilian protests in late December and early January, allegedly killing thousands.—
Mike Brest,
The Washington Examiner,
17 Mar. 2026
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The office confirmed the vendor used was approved and had worked with other local entities and law enforcement agencies, including the Capitol Police.—
J.D. Miles,
CBS News,
17 Mar. 2026
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Pulling off Hollywood’s biggest night is no small feat, as Oscars showrunner Raj Kapoor knows all too well.—
Cheyenne Roundtree,
Rolling Stone,
17 Mar. 2026
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Incorporating magical realism into the comedic and, at times, poignant overtones can be a tricky feat, but Devantez and company do it with great craft and care.—
Courtney Howard,
Variety,
17 Mar. 2026
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During Monday’s event, the company presented a $50,000 donation and pledging 500 volunteer hours to Nourish Up, formerly Fishes & Loaves, a nonprofit addressing food insecurity for Charlotte families.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
17 Mar. 2026
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The eight-team event begins with quarterfinal games April 1-2 at MGM Grand Garden Arena.—
Laurence Miedema,
Mercury News,
17 Mar. 2026
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Most of the money went to the nonprofit Viet America Society for a meals program for seniors and the disabled, but only a fraction was spent for that purpose, according to Do’s plea agreement in 2024.—
Tony Saavedra,
Oc Register,
17 Mar. 2026
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However, StyleCaster may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes.—
Katie Decker-Jacoby,
StyleCaster,
16 Mar. 2026
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An Israeli intelligence official and a reservist with knowledge of the assessment spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to discuss the matter with the media.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
12 Mar. 2026
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The motion, introduced by Council President Marqueece Harris-Dawson and Councilmember Ysabel Jurado, creates a three-member ad hoc committee tasked with reviewing all pending city matters related to Measure ULA and recommending next steps.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
12 Mar. 2026
Noun
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From tearing stuff in my knee, to being a starter.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 Mar. 2026
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People love to scoff at this sort of high-concept culinary stuff.—
Helen Rosner,
New Yorker,
15 Mar. 2026
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“Thing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thing. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.
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