as in environment
the circumstances, conditions, or objects by which one is surrounded
a nonconformist who left his jerkwater hometown for the more welcoming clime of the big city
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Recent Examples of clime
Following Monday's swearing in of the 47th president of the United States in a frigid Washington D.C., former President Joe Biden and his wife, Dr. Jill Biden, jetted off to more pleasant climes.
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Mackenzie Schmidt, People.com, 21 Jan. 2025
But while others headed off to sunny climes around the world during the 4 Nations Face-Off break, Marchenko canceled plans and stayed in Columbus to skate and get acclimated to the new view through his helmet.
—Aaron Portzline, The Athletic, 26 Feb. 2025
Much is slid under the saucer of Alice Coltrane’s Monument Eternal (Akashic Books, $19.95), which also pursues formlessness and maternal hardship, albeit from the cryptic climes of the astral plane.
—Dan Piepenbring, Harper's Magazine, 2 Jan. 2025
While most of the staff and players headed off to warmer climes during the break, Waddell continued to grind behind the scenes.
—Aaron Portzline, The Athletic, 20 Feb. 2025
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Mackenzie Schmidt, People.com, 21 Jan. 2025
But while others headed off to sunny climes around the world during the 4 Nations Face-Off break, Marchenko canceled plans and stayed in Columbus to skate and get acclimated to the new view through his helmet.
—Aaron Portzline, The Athletic, 26 Feb. 2025
Much is slid under the saucer of Alice Coltrane’s Monument Eternal (Akashic Books, $19.95), which also pursues formlessness and maternal hardship, albeit from the cryptic climes of the astral plane.
—Dan Piepenbring, Harper's Magazine, 2 Jan. 2025
While most of the staff and players headed off to warmer climes during the break, Waddell continued to grind behind the scenes.
—Aaron Portzline, The Athletic, 20 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for clime
Noun
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Makes sense: more blood circulation in the scalp fosters a healthier environment for your hair follicles.—
Emily Orofino,
Vogue,
29 Mar. 2025
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The film takes place within an inhospitable environment where brushes with outlaws (and the law itself) can lead to death by gunfire.—
Sezin Devi Keohler,
EW.com,
29 Mar. 2025
Noun
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In the current economic climate, the book values of energy and infrastructure assets are significantly underestimated.—
Mark Le Dain,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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Indeed, this tree doesn’t naturally survive in the climate of Southern California.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Smyth Tavern is a local destination in itself, thanks to its come-in-and-make-yourself-at-home atmosphere, its friendly service and excellent food.—
Lois Alter Mark,
Forbes.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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Its long, arching leaves and small offshoots add a lively touch to any room, creating a refreshing atmosphere.—
Allison Palmer,
Sacbee.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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“Clime.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clime. Accessed 5 Apr. 2025.
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