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as in clusters
a number of things considered as a unit
her absurd explanation for the collision was a parcel of lies
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as in properties
a small piece of land that is developed or available for development
subdivided the huge farm into smaller parcels for sale
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as in groups
a usually small number of persons considered as a unit
a parcel of kids trailing at their heels
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Recent Examples of parcels
But more recently, with land scarce and easy-to-develop parcels mostly gone, Tri Pointe Homes did and is nearing the finish line.
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David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Mar. 2025
Landlords could extract these high rents because their tenants, in turn, made money by subletting little parcels of land, often as small as a quarter of an acre, to laborers who had none of their own.
—Fintan O'Toole, The New Yorker, 10 Mar. 2025
As for the other parcels, Simone is pushing for housing instead of the big office towers that major landlord Vornado has backed away from.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 10 Mar. 2025
Set across two legal parcels spanning nearly seven acres, this estate is an exceptional canvas, offering limitless possibilities to tailor a dream lifestyle.
—Rowan Briggs, The Mercury News, 10 Mar. 2025
There are four separate parcels buried in what was some sort of building, rather than out in the forest somewhere.
—Joshua Rapp Learn, Discover Magazine, 15 Mar. 2025
But with only 17 parcels available, there’s bound to be some stiff competition from those looking for a remote and uncommonly beautiful escape from it all.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 14 Mar. 2025
And thanks to the foresight of entrepreneur Craig Heatley, a few select parcels of prime waterfront in the stunning Bay of Islands are now available.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 14 Mar. 2025
Two other parcels, both larger, are also mentioned as annexation candidates.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Mar. 2025
David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Mar. 2025
Landlords could extract these high rents because their tenants, in turn, made money by subletting little parcels of land, often as small as a quarter of an acre, to laborers who had none of their own.
—Fintan O'Toole, The New Yorker, 10 Mar. 2025
As for the other parcels, Simone is pushing for housing instead of the big office towers that major landlord Vornado has backed away from.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 10 Mar. 2025
Set across two legal parcels spanning nearly seven acres, this estate is an exceptional canvas, offering limitless possibilities to tailor a dream lifestyle.
—Rowan Briggs, The Mercury News, 10 Mar. 2025
There are four separate parcels buried in what was some sort of building, rather than out in the forest somewhere.
—Joshua Rapp Learn, Discover Magazine, 15 Mar. 2025
But with only 17 parcels available, there’s bound to be some stiff competition from those looking for a remote and uncommonly beautiful escape from it all.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 14 Mar. 2025
And thanks to the foresight of entrepreneur Craig Heatley, a few select parcels of prime waterfront in the stunning Bay of Islands are now available.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 14 Mar. 2025
Two other parcels, both larger, are also mentioned as annexation candidates.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for parcels
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The body is generally good at responding to drops in temperature, but the nose and upper respiratory tracts can respond more slowly, Pekosz said.—
Eduardo Cuevas,
USA TODAY,
16 Dec. 2024
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Chevron is a major national gas producer with power generation equipment and very large tracts of land that could be used for data centers, the executive said.—
Spencer Kimball,
CNBC,
14 Dec. 2024
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Rising prices might encourage some homeowners to list their properties, but many might remain cautious due to the costs of purchasing replacement properties.—
Brendel Hightower,
Detroit Free Press,
24 Dec. 2024
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The report attributes the climb to a whopping 52 percent drop in the number of listings in prime Dubai neighborhoods over the past year, in addition to a 65 percent dip in properties priced at $10 million and above.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
23 Dec. 2024
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Originating in Manhattan’s garment district, the brand combines a legacy of refined quality with modern technology to produce exclusive, handcrafted collections.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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Pests can sometimes invade houseplant collections and cause issues, like yellow stippling on plant leaves.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 Dec. 2024
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All packages will benefit from more reliable service.—
Ron Estes,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2025
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To understand these reactions at a quantum level, theoretical chemists even use specialized software packages to streamline their research and automate the simulation process.—
Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
31 Mar. 2025
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While some travelers didn't open their packets, others warmly received the gesture.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
Newsweek,
13 Mar. 2025
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So made small comfort packets for the people seated nearby our seats.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
Newsweek,
13 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The buildings are beautiful and tranquil but fundamentally incongruous (modern architecture mixed with bits of decaying monasteries, gathered from meadows in Catalonia and France).—
Amanda Petrusich,
The New Yorker,
17 Mar. 2025
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There are forests, bluffs, meadows, lakes and caves.—
Adam Tamburin,
Axios,
27 Feb. 2025
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His artworks, which include paintings, sculptures, mixed-media assemblages, mosaics, photographs, and film, are full of mood and foreboding.—
Belinda Luscombe,
Time,
31 Mar. 2025
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Brainard’s practice as a visual artist was extremely varied, and included drawings and comics, collage and assemblages, and more traditional oil paintings.—
David S. Wallace,
The New Yorker,
19 Mar. 2025
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That statement is true when expanded to all genres, and not just the edgier end of the rock spectrum, as the superstars have moved more albums than most bands could ever dream of.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes,
14 Mar. 2025
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That statement is true when expanded to all genres, and not just the edgier end of the rock spectrum, as the superstars have moved more albums than most bands could ever dream of.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes,
14 Mar. 2025
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“Parcels.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/parcels. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.
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