1
as in batch
a number of things considered as a unit
a cluster of stars in the southern sky
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2
as in grouping
a usually small number of persons considered as a unit
a small cluster of reporters waited by the courthouse door
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as in to gather
to come together into one body or place
the mice clustered together into a small burrow
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as in to huddle
to gather into a closely packed group
all the cottages are clustered on one end of the lake
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Recent Examples of cluster
Booth Moore, Travel + Leisure, 6 May 2025
Originally a cluster of eight grain silos, the 4,600-square-foot architectural gem in the U.K.'s rural North Yorkshire was designed by the award-winning architects Bramhall Blenkharn Leonard.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 6 May 2025
Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Apr. 2025
Areas to Visit The Settlement Despite being the second-largest island in the British Virgin Islands, Anegada has less than 500 permanent residents, most of whom are clustered in the island's only town: The Settlement.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 20 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Location Twentynine Palms has several spots worth visiting, including a robust Saturday farmers' market, the Old Schoolhouse Museum chronicling the area’s homesteading history, and a cluster of cool stores.
—Booth Moore, Travel + Leisure, 6 May 2025
Originally a cluster of eight grain silos, the 4,600-square-foot architectural gem in the U.K.'s rural North Yorkshire was designed by the award-winning architects Bramhall Blenkharn Leonard.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 6 May 2025
Verb
Michigan has eight cases total, four of which are clustered in Montcalm County near Grand Rapids.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Apr. 2025
Areas to Visit The Settlement Despite being the second-largest island in the British Virgin Islands, Anegada has less than 500 permanent residents, most of whom are clustered in the island's only town: The Settlement.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 20 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cluster
Noun
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But her latest batch of music signals a new direction in Cash’s life and musical direction.—
Britt Julious,
Chicago Tribune,
20 May 2025
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Every batch is regularly checked and sorted to ensure no mold has developed.—
Jay Cheshes,
Smithsonian Magazine,
20 May 2025
Noun
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When in a forest, stay in proximity to shorter tree groupings.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
14 May 2025
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Treat them well, and these versatile groupings will dazzle all season long.—
Betsy Cribb Watson,
Southern Living,
11 May 2025
Verb
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Supporters of Palestine gather at Harvard University to protest against Israel's war in Gaza.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
22 May 2025
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During the current Nile Conference, the team has organised watch parties in Nairobi for every game, creating communal spaces for fans to gather, celebrate, and share in the excitement of the team’s historic debut in the continental championship.—
Sindiswa Mabunda,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
Verb
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But the officials huddled and correctly put seven seconds back on the clock, spotting the ball at the 1-yard line.—
David Ubben,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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In a postgame huddle, some Aledo players shared tears and thoughts on the 2025 season.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 May 2025
Noun
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For years, the whodunnit legal saga has transfixed true-crime fans across the country, spurring an array of podcasts, movies and television shows.—
Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
22 May 2025
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The Charlotte metro area boasts a stunning array of public lakes, each with its own charm and recreational opportunities.—
Melissa Oyler,
Charlotte Observer,
22 May 2025
Noun
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Israel imposed a blockade on all supplies entering Gaza in March, saying Hamas was seizing supplies meant for civilians - a charge the group denies.—
Nidal al-Mughrabi,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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After my murder, they were all questioned by him in front of the group.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
People.com,
22 May 2025
Verb
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Domínguez, playing left field, and Bellinger converged on it.—
Brendan Kuty,
New York Times,
19 May 2025
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Her new subjects converge on the winter wonderland boasting all manner of dysfunction.—
Kristen Baldwin,
EW.com,
19 May 2025
Verb
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So, the Frost roster was suddenly crowded with Pattys.—
Jess Myers,
Twin Cities,
14 May 2025
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Monday, seven Detroit reporters crowded around Bregman’s locker in the visiting clubhouse.—
Cody Stavenhagen,
New York Times,
13 May 2025
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“Cluster.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cluster. Accessed 27 May. 2025.
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