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something that visually explains or decorates a text
the book's color plate illustrates the internal organs of the human body
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Recent Examples of plates
The rugged, zigzagging massif is the result of the collision of the African and Eurasian tectonic plates about 100 million years ago and later massive glacial activity in the Pleistocene epoch.
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Literary Hub, 22 Oct. 2025
Go further by Set the scene with warm lighting, textured serving trays, and small plates of complementary bites for that boutique cafe feel.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Oct. 2025
The buildup of stress at the fault line eventually exceeds the frictional forces holding the plates stationary, resulting in the release of energy as an earthquake.
—Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Oct. 2025
But the glaciers don’t stop at the shoreline; instead, colossal floating plates of ice hundreds of meters thick extend over the sea.
—Evan Howell, Quanta Magazine, 20 Oct. 2025
Try including these fruits in chia pudding, overnight oats, salads, slaw, or cheese plates.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 20 Oct. 2025
Today, there are hundreds of plates, including at least one from each of the 50 states.
—Abby Price, Southern Living, 20 Oct. 2025
Maybe even small plates and pasta specials.
—Rachel Bernhard, jsonline.com, 20 Oct. 2025
After their visits, stuff is always missing from my house — a hairbrush, my dog’s electric nail file, random dishes and plates, rat traps, laundry detergent packets, dollar store craft items, etc.
—Abigail Van Buren, Boston Herald, 19 Oct. 2025
Literary Hub, 22 Oct. 2025
Go further by Set the scene with warm lighting, textured serving trays, and small plates of complementary bites for that boutique cafe feel.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Oct. 2025
The buildup of stress at the fault line eventually exceeds the frictional forces holding the plates stationary, resulting in the release of energy as an earthquake.
—Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Oct. 2025
But the glaciers don’t stop at the shoreline; instead, colossal floating plates of ice hundreds of meters thick extend over the sea.
—Evan Howell, Quanta Magazine, 20 Oct. 2025
Try including these fruits in chia pudding, overnight oats, salads, slaw, or cheese plates.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 20 Oct. 2025
Today, there are hundreds of plates, including at least one from each of the 50 states.
—Abby Price, Southern Living, 20 Oct. 2025
Maybe even small plates and pasta specials.
—Rachel Bernhard, jsonline.com, 20 Oct. 2025
After their visits, stuff is always missing from my house — a hairbrush, my dog’s electric nail file, random dishes and plates, rat traps, laundry detergent packets, dollar store craft items, etc.
—Abigail Van Buren, Boston Herald, 19 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for plates
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So, the goal would have multiple factors that are all building at very large scales.—
James Bickerton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
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For now, economic heavyweights California and New York are treading water but could easily tip the scales.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
24 Oct. 2025
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Physically, these explorations can be seen in Dennis’ use of drawings, diagrams and 3D models, sometimes incorporating them with poetry and language.—
Michael James Rocha,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Oct. 2025
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Each screen has a pixel density of 141 pixels per inch (ppi), which should produce a sharp image suitable for photo editing or working with intricate diagrams.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
10 Oct. 2025
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To reduce wear on your bed sheets, consider using hot water every few washes if possible.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
23 Oct. 2025
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The sheets are a private label for Belmond, made in Italy with 100 percent cotton.—
Laura Itzkowitz,
Robb Report,
23 Oct. 2025
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The partnership represents a significant win for Intel, which years ago underestimated how graphics processors would come to dominate AI computing—a domain where Nvidia now leads.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
24 Oct. 2025
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How to get tickets to the new shows Chesney, who was the first country artist to play the Sphere, plans to tweak the show from his first round with new songs and graphics.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
21 Oct. 2025
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Qualcomm calls the new chips AI200 and AI250, and they’re intended for generative AI inference in data centers.—
Andrew Nusca,
Fortune,
28 Oct. 2025
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The guest list for the event includes senior American politicians and Silicon Valley glitterati, and comes as US officials mull whether to allow Nvidia to sell its cutting-edge Blackwell chips to China.—
Prashant Rao,
semafor.com,
28 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Viewership for the postseason thus far has reached levels unseen since 2017, according to figures released by MLB on Wednesday.—
The Athletic MLB Staff,
New York Times,
23 Oct. 2025
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The site has housed many historical figures over the years, from Queen Margaret to Mary, Queen of Scots.—
Sophie Friedman,
AFAR Media,
22 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Through heartfelt storytelling and vibrant illustrations, the book guides children (and the adults reading with them) toward a deeper understanding of self-expression, balance, personal joy, and the importance of one’s feelings.—
Hannah Nwoko,
Parents,
21 Oct. 2025
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These start with different illustrations of down-home life that gradually give way to drawings of fires, mayhem and syringes plunged into eyeballs as a saccharin-sweet song from sisterly duo Patience and Prudence plays.—
Stewart Clarke,
Deadline,
14 Oct. 2025
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“Plates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plates. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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