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as in self
the set of qualities that makes a person, a group of people, or a thing different from others
it was the grotesque nature of his stories that made them a challenge to get published in mainstream magazines her nature was such that lying was never an option for her the stoic nature of that family enables them to endure one calamity after another
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as in wilderness
that part of the physical world that is removed from human habitation
needed to get out of the office and back to nature in order to clear his head
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as in kind
a number of persons or things that are grouped together because they have something in common
group together anything round: buttons, lids, coins, and other things of that nature
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as in disposition
one's characteristic attitude or mood
a boy of a quiet and shy nature
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as in essence
the quality or qualities that make a thing what it is
some artists maintain that color, light, and shadow are the very nature of painting
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Recent Examples of nature
Jefferson rooted the Declaration in natural philosophy, or the philosophical study of nature and the physical universe without consideration of supernatural causes.
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Time, 1 July 2025
Although there is nothing low-key about the arrestingly beautiful Maxx Royal Bodrum Resort, it was designed with the intention of eventually merging with—or even disappearing behind—the cover of nature.
—Marcia Desanctis, Travel + Leisure, 30 June 2025
Everyone talks about the beauty of nature, but people are far more beautiful.
—Zadie Smith, New Yorker, 30 June 2025
But any government bringing its own military inside Iran’s borders should understand the nature of the country.
—Karl Vick, Time, 22 June 2025
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Time, 1 July 2025
Although there is nothing low-key about the arrestingly beautiful Maxx Royal Bodrum Resort, it was designed with the intention of eventually merging with—or even disappearing behind—the cover of nature.
—Marcia Desanctis, Travel + Leisure, 30 June 2025
Everyone talks about the beauty of nature, but people are far more beautiful.
—Zadie Smith, New Yorker, 30 June 2025
But any government bringing its own military inside Iran’s borders should understand the nature of the country.
—Karl Vick, Time, 22 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nature
Noun
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The Help actress instead provides lots of love, support and encouragement for Genesis to be her truest self.—
Kayla Grant,
People.com,
11 July 2025
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March 2025 The Lovers: March seems to be a month of making major choices and aligning with your future self, Pisces.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 July 2025
Noun
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Through wilderness protection, it would be preserved for future generations.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
6 July 2025
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Green Chili Pulled Pork Fries At Arizona Wilderness Brewing Company in Phoenix, Arizona grown, duck fat fries covered in wilderness beer cheese, pulled pork, green chili, and parsley.—
Aly Walansky,
Forbes.com,
5 July 2025
Noun
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Allegiant does not tolerate disruptive behavior of any kind.—
Hollie Silverman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 July 2025
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There are three holidays when alcohol of any kind is prohibited from being sold in Tennessee.—
Jordan Green,
The Tennessean,
4 July 2025
Noun
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The cases against Oren and Alon Alexander remain pending and nothing involving the disposition of this case affects the cases against the Alexander brothers.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
7 July 2025
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The Supreme Court may decide on the case as early as June 12, and a majority of justices have signaled a friendly disposition toward upholding Tennessee’s law that took effect in June 2023.—
Liam Adams,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
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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, branding is making that special impression that brings customers back again and again.—
Jon Stojan,
Freep.com,
10 July 2025
Noun
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Vera, the buzzy, brilliant and preternaturally observant ten-year-old central to Gary Shteyngart’s sardonic and profoundly relevant new novel, brings a fresh, necessary perspective to our evolving dystopian universe.—
Jane Ciabattari
July 8,
Literary Hub,
8 July 2025
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In the past, the reality series brought together the most iconic and beloved single stars from across the Netflix universe for another chance at finding love.—
Monique Wilson,
Glamour,
7 July 2025
Noun
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As a media personality, Bongino spent years cultivating an impressive following on the right, many of whom remain behind him in this current fight.—
Shelby Talcott,
semafor.com,
14 July 2025
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As for the new cast members, Vergara is a media personality, actor and real estate professional whose career spans television, entertainment journalism and luxury real estate.—
Leia Mendoza,
Variety,
14 July 2025
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In the doc, Nobu comes across as a man with few flaws and a very even temperament.—
Addie Morfoot,
Variety,
2 July 2025
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Scientists say the bees' temperament is a defense mechanism to ward off predators.—
Rebecca Morin,
USA Today,
24 June 2025
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“Nature.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nature. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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