as in stuff
transportable items that one owns
gather your things and get out
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Recent Examples of things
Highlight reels are dominated by exceptional athletes doing exceptional things.
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Ian Miller Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
1 July 2026
Welcome back to Kick It, the AJC’s newsletter for all things World Cup.
—
Aj Willingham,
AJC.com,
1 July 2026
McNicholas pointed out that there are still listings for things like Colombian cocaine, and wondered if law enforcement can shut them down.
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Tim McNicholas,
CBS News,
1 July 2026
Both things are true, and holding them simultaneously is the only way this movement grows.
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Lisa Curtis,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
After losing her parents, Jessica Gonzalez wanted to explore things that brought her joy.
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Lisa Boone,
Los Angeles Times,
1 July 2026
In fact, many of us often end up buying things that our colleagues found during their search.
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Alyssa Grabinski,
PEOPLE,
24 June 2026
And don't forget to follow Allure on Instagram and TikTok, or subscribe to our newsletter to stay up to date on all things beauty.
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Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
24 June 2026
Rather than drag things on and potentially dig himself deeper into a hole, Venditti figured the timing was right to take what money was left and exit gracefully.
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Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
24 June 2026
Ian Miller Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
1 July 2026
Welcome back to Kick It, the AJC’s newsletter for all things World Cup.
—
Aj Willingham,
AJC.com,
1 July 2026
McNicholas pointed out that there are still listings for things like Colombian cocaine, and wondered if law enforcement can shut them down.
—
Tim McNicholas,
CBS News,
1 July 2026
Both things are true, and holding them simultaneously is the only way this movement grows.
—
Lisa Curtis,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
After losing her parents, Jessica Gonzalez wanted to explore things that brought her joy.
—
Lisa Boone,
Los Angeles Times,
1 July 2026
In fact, many of us often end up buying things that our colleagues found during their search.
—
Alyssa Grabinski,
PEOPLE,
24 June 2026
And don't forget to follow Allure on Instagram and TikTok, or subscribe to our newsletter to stay up to date on all things beauty.
—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
24 June 2026
Rather than drag things on and potentially dig himself deeper into a hole, Venditti figured the timing was right to take what money was left and exit gracefully.
—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
24 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for things
Noun
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Addam has a dragon and got to swoop in after all the fighting for the warm and fuzzy stuff.
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Tackle one section of a room at a time—a nightstand, dresser, desk, or medicine cabinet—to help give more structure and direction when working in with lots of stuff.
Noun
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Understand insurance coverage and document belongings If your home is damaged during a hurricane, dealing with insurance can be a pain.
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Fox News Digital previously reported that cruise lines have also been dealing with a similar battle over poolside loungers, as passengers use towels, bags and other belongings to reserve chairs for hours without actually using them.
Noun
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Mogbo grabbed the rebound, setting up Sacramento’s final possession.
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The score might not suggest dominance, but Colombia controlled the game from the outset and held possession for nearly two-thirds of the match.
Noun
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In The Scenario, reporter Kirbie Johnson takes readers behind the scenes of the buzziest movies and TV shows to reveal how the best wigs, special-effects makeup, and more are created.
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New Jersey Transit warned Friday morning that rail service is subject to delays of up to 30 minutes and select train cancellations due to the effects of extreme heat on equipment.
Noun
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But the mudroom also needs closed storage such as cabinets, drawers, or baskets to help with seasonal gear, sports equipment, and everyday clutter.
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The Gem State is one of the top 10 states for celebrating the Fourth of July outdoors, according to outdoor gear company Kühl.
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“Things.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/things. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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