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as in person
a member of the human race
no one has the right to enslave another being
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2
as in object
one that has a real and independent existence
new parents are typically in awe at having created this separate being
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as in essence
the quality or qualities that make a thing what it is
music is such a large part of her being that she could never give up performing
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as in living
to have life
stories that begin with the familiar line "once upon a time there was a beautiful maiden"
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as in sitting
to occupy a place or location
we'll be there waiting for you
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as in ranking
to take or have a certain position within a group arranged in vertical classes
our school's football team is first in its division
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as in happening
to take place
the party is next Saturday
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as in breathing
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Recent Examples of being
Lois Alter Mark, Forbes.com, 29 June 2025
Many people who have undergone NDEs report consistent themes: traveling through a tunnel, encountering beings of light, experiencing a life review and feeling a sense of peace and love.
—Ascend Agency, Chicago Tribune, 27 June 2025
What interests Johnstone here is how biological and synthetic beings blend together.
—Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 26 June 2025
In the last several years, researchers have discovered that living beings contribute more to Earth’s clouds than expected thanks to gases from plants and plankton, and sea spray that propels microorganisms and proteins skyward.
—Max G. Levy, Smithsonian Magazine, 26 June 2025
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Verb
The process of stitching creates a deeper connection to the place and memories created during your trip and literally stitches it into your being.
—Lois Alter Mark, Forbes.com, 29 June 2025
Many people who have undergone NDEs report consistent themes: traveling through a tunnel, encountering beings of light, experiencing a life review and feeling a sense of peace and love.
—Ascend Agency, Chicago Tribune, 27 June 2025
What interests Johnstone here is how biological and synthetic beings blend together.
—Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 26 June 2025
In the last several years, researchers have discovered that living beings contribute more to Earth’s clouds than expected thanks to gases from plants and plankton, and sea spray that propels microorganisms and proteins skyward.
—Max G. Levy, Smithsonian Magazine, 26 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for being
Noun
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The group advises the person to contact the local police department because the police will try to find the owner and if necessary, break the car window.—
Jamie L. LaReau,
Freep.com,
9 July 2025
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Margaret met this person after commenting on a Roumie post on Facebook.—
Rebecca Keegan,
HollywoodReporter,
9 July 2025
Noun
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The agency recommends against carrying any metal objects, including umbrellas.—
Kerry Breen
July 5,
CBS News,
5 July 2025
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Showcasing over 350 spectacular jewels and bejeweled objects, the vast and varied Victoria and Albert exhibit burnishes the Cartier brand and is attracting hordes, despite its steep ticket prices.—
Kyle Roderick,
Forbes.com,
5 July 2025
Noun
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Given that it is supposed to be a raw, honest re-telling of a couple finding light amid disaster, The Observer report called the very essence of the book into question.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
11 July 2025
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In essence, when both partners practice emotional sovereignty, the relationship becomes a safer space for growth.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
Verb
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The Rockets came into Christmas Eve riding a three-game winning streak, now sitting at 20-9 and up to second overall in the Western Conference, behind just the Oklahoma City Thunder.—
Rahat Huq,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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Coach Doc River played the role of Secret Santa by sitting the Bucks’ two biggest stars — Giannis Antetokounmpo, who was dealing with back spasms, and Damian Lillard, who was out with a non-COVID-19 illness.—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Dec. 2024
Verb
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But what’s happening now has nothing to do with efficiency.—
Dr. Ardem Patapoutian,
CNN Money,
9 Apr. 2025
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Banks need clear data lineage and cleansing processes to ensure their recommendations actually reflect what’s happening in customers’ financial lives.—
Jody Bhagat,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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This was quite an awakening as for most of my life I am defined as being part of a minority class.—
Lisa Deaderick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 July 2025
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Getty Images Ducks and tortoises, while less commonly owned, were mentioned for similar reasons—mess, care requirements, and life span.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 July 2025
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The content and opinions expressed are solely those of the entities mentioned and/or quoted in this article and do not represent those of the publication.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
12 July 2025
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How will Hamas and other resistance factions act if a Palestinian, Arab, or international entity is entrusted with governing Gaza?—
Daoud Kuttab,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 July 2025
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Jefferson rooted the Declaration in natural philosophy, or the philosophical study of nature and the physical universe without consideration of supernatural causes.—
Time,
Time,
1 July 2025
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Despite the denim industry’s global nature, factors like shrinking travel budgets and growing travel safety concerns are constraining how teams operate.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
1 July 2025
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“Being.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/being. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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