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as in crowd
a group of people sharing a common interest and relating together socially
a large community of retired people in the coastal town
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as in fraternity
the body of people in a profession or field of activity
members of the medical community
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as in similarity
the quality or state of having many qualities in common
there's a community of aesthetics that makes a very modern-looking gallery an especially appropriate setting for primitive art
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as in brotherhood
the feeling of closeness and friendship that exists between companions
interactive features that are designed to foster a sense of community among the visitors to the Web site
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Recent Examples of community
The Grammys will not only honor the artistry and achievements of our music community but also serve as a platform to amplify the spirit of resilience that defines this great city of Los Angeles.
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CBS News, 15 Jan. 2025
The Samsung community has been waiting to see if the Galaxy S25 family will have their preferred option of Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 across the portfolio or if some territories would adopt the slower Samsung’s own Exynos 2500 chipset.
—Ewan Spence, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
For some Lebanese, however, especially in the Shiite community, Hezbollah remains not only the emblem of resistance against Israeli aggression, but also a major provider of social services, running hospitals, health centers, and schools in the south, the Bekaa, and the suburbs of Beirut.
—Youmna Melhem Chamieh, Harper's Magazine, 2 Jan. 2025
Just a few miles from Truckee, which anchors the California side of the crystalline lake, is Martis Camp, a low-key and high-luxury residential resort community spanning 2,177 pristine acres.
—Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 2 Jan. 2025
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This season, Juan moves from Colombia to join his fiancée Jessica, their baby son and soon-to-be stepsons in a sleepy town in Wyoming.—
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What fictional town does Pretty Little Liars take place in?—
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Van Drew’s southern New Jersey district includes beach towns and summer colonies like Cape May, Atlantic City and Long Beach Island.—
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Cyclone Chido struck the island of Mayotte in December, causing significant devastation to the 300,000 residents of the French colony off the East African coast.—
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Go earlier in the evening on a weekday to avoid crowds.—
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The dine-in chain, which is now up to 44 theaters, is private so doesn’t report financials but since emerging from bankruptcy post-Covid it’s become among the hottest places to see films drawing young crowds to a mix of big studio release, arthouse and repertory fare.—
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Unlike Daniels, Baker Mayfield may not have received an initial Pro Bowl invitation, but the seven-year veteran (and fellow member of the Heisman Trophy fraternity) is playing the best football of his career.—
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In fact, until recently Carter may have been the most unwelcome member of the exclusive fraternity on the planet known as The Presidents Club.—
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In many respects, there are great similarities to the deal which brought Fran García back to the club from Rayo Vallecano two years ago.—
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There are some obvious similarities between the two division winners.—
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Every choice in appearance reflects the pride, purpose, and inherited legacy of our brotherhood.—
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To his brotherhood within a theologically conservative, hard-right church coalition, Fox News host Pete Hegseth's ascension as President-elect Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Defense Department wasn’t merely opportunistic.—
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The neighborhood is also home to the steakhouse Ossobuco as well as the stunning new and elevated location of Chef Niven Patel’s Ghee Indian Kitchen.—
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While optimistic publicists and destination marketers describe the surrounding neighborhood as the Creative District, known for art galleries, boutiques, and local dining, the discerning traveler strolling outside beyond the gates of the property won't likely have that impression.—
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For family affairs, the International Spy Museum welcomes all ages.—
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Another devastated neighborhood, Altadena, 35 miles to the East, had some more modest homes that families had owned for generations.—
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“Community.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/community. Accessed 26 Jan. 2025.
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