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as in atmospheres
a special quality or impression associated with something
a new inner-city school designed to encourage a climate of learning
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as in environments
the circumstances, conditions, or objects by which one is surrounded
it's hard to concentrate in this hectic climate
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Recent Examples of climates
The corrosion likely accumulated over time as the plane was continuously exposed to salt air and marine climates, with it being primarily based in first Barbados and then Fort Lauderdale.
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Angie Dimichele, Sun Sentinel, 24 Apr. 2026
Its large, dark green, leathery leaves measure 6 to 12 inches long, and remain on the tree year-round in warm climates.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 24 Apr. 2026
Those who live in climates with cold and rainy winters know that being stuck indoors can have a negative effect on moods.
—Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 23 Apr. 2026
Researchers have spent decades developing potatoes for chip makers that can grow in all kinds of climates, avoid diseases and pests, sit in storage for months and still deliver a satisfying crunch.
—CBS News, 22 Apr. 2026
Designed for hot climates, this gauze maxi dress uses airy, textured cotton to prevent overheating.
—Paris Wilson, Travel + Leisure, 22 Apr. 2026
How To Prevent Pests for Hydrangeas Insects love the warm, humid climates in the South, so look for disease-resistant hydrangea varieties.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 22 Apr. 2026
According to the official website, the entry fee per person is around $50,000 and requires not only endurance but also constant adaptation, as athletes transition between climates, terrain and time zones with minimal recovery between each leg.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 18 Apr. 2026
Careful plant selection and pruning ensure a balanced, thriving garden in dry climates.
—Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 17 Apr. 2026
Angie Dimichele, Sun Sentinel, 24 Apr. 2026
Its large, dark green, leathery leaves measure 6 to 12 inches long, and remain on the tree year-round in warm climates.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 24 Apr. 2026
Those who live in climates with cold and rainy winters know that being stuck indoors can have a negative effect on moods.
—Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 23 Apr. 2026
Researchers have spent decades developing potatoes for chip makers that can grow in all kinds of climates, avoid diseases and pests, sit in storage for months and still deliver a satisfying crunch.
—CBS News, 22 Apr. 2026
Designed for hot climates, this gauze maxi dress uses airy, textured cotton to prevent overheating.
—Paris Wilson, Travel + Leisure, 22 Apr. 2026
How To Prevent Pests for Hydrangeas Insects love the warm, humid climates in the South, so look for disease-resistant hydrangea varieties.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 22 Apr. 2026
According to the official website, the entry fee per person is around $50,000 and requires not only endurance but also constant adaptation, as athletes transition between climates, terrain and time zones with minimal recovery between each leg.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 18 Apr. 2026
Careful plant selection and pruning ensure a balanced, thriving garden in dry climates.
—Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 17 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for climates
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Until sound effects, tones, and grating atmospheres rub right up against the dialogue.—
Sarah Shachat,
IndieWire,
24 Apr. 2026
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That’s unfortunate, as a number of important phenomena, from the earliest galaxies to the features of exoplanet atmospheres, are only detectable at infrared wavelengths.—
JOHN TIMMER,
ArsTechnica,
23 Apr. 2026
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Rather than relying on centralized data factories, this lightweight and scalable system allows data to be gathered across diverse real-world environments, enabling us to generate millions of hours of data per year.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
30 Apr. 2026
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By integrating airborne launch platforms with FPV strike drones, the military is evaluating whether layered drone deployment can improve speed, flexibility, and survivability in contested environments.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Apr. 2026
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The tortoiseshell palette is deconstructed in this look, which features a blend of full torties, chocolate brown tips, and barley there caramel auras.—
Kara Jillian Brown,
InStyle,
13 Apr. 2026
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These characters have been somewhat thinly drawn despite the vibrant auras of Joy Sunday and Richard Jenkins since the beginning.—
Andy Andersen,
Vulture,
13 Apr. 2026
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In fact, there are a wide variety of strong smells, including garlic and many essential oils, that may also repel ants in your home.—
Kate Van Pelt,
The Spruce,
25 Apr. 2026
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These dishes will fill your kitchen with fun sounds and mouthwatering smells.—
Amanda Favazza,
Southern Living,
21 Apr. 2026
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With the cancellation of Starfleet Academy after its second season airs next year, that should bring the current crop of streaming shows in the franchise to an end.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
26 Apr. 2026
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The reunion won’t begin airing in full until after the season finale airs on May 19, so this leak comes at least a month ahead of the conversation going public.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
24 Apr. 2026
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In the sanitized and alienating new surrounds, with the camaraderie of the early Hyperion days but a faint memory, long-simmering discontent about working conditions wouldn’t take long to boil over.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
14 Apr. 2026
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While the large spring-fed lake serves as the centerpiece of this area, there’s much more to Lake Geneva and its surrounds.—
Katy Spratte Joyce,
Midwest Living,
31 Mar. 2026
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The season brings natural aromas like florals and herbs that signal a new beginning.—
Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
16 Apr. 2026
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These pioneering chemists from IQUEMA also spearheaded other astonishing, detailed archaeological initiatives that determined the compositions of old wine and aromas of the Roman Empire and of the mortars used in the Domus of Salvius, in the present case.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Apr. 2026
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The Moon moves through your 1st House of Identity, bringing focus to your feelings and responses.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
30 Apr. 2026
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Violence can come from feelings of powerlessness and desperation.—
Max Gao,
Variety,
29 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Climates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/climates. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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