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as in area
a region of activity, knowledge, or influence
medieval history is really Professor Clinton's realm, so I'll let her answer your question
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as in scope
an area over which activity, capacity, or influence extends
a medical breakthrough that is within the realm of possibility
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Recent Examples of realm
She is suspended in a field of turquoise paint, her skin tone a pewter-gray grisaille, which removes her from our realm and gives her an almost alien interiority and agency.
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Jerry Saltz, Vulture, 7 Apr. 2025
But choosing to remain a vocal figure in the controversial realm of politics has its consequences.
—Fallon Brannon, Refinery29, 7 Apr. 2025
For the past five years, in its slow and grinding way, the federal government labored to bring some sunlight into the shadowy realm of corporate secrecy.
—Andrew Rice, Curbed, 4 Apr. 2025
However, Hazel’s spirit quest soon takes her into a fantastical Southern Gothic fantasy realm where the region's various myths and folklore suddenly come to life.
—PC Magazine, 3 Apr. 2025
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Jerry Saltz, Vulture, 7 Apr. 2025
But choosing to remain a vocal figure in the controversial realm of politics has its consequences.
—Fallon Brannon, Refinery29, 7 Apr. 2025
For the past five years, in its slow and grinding way, the federal government labored to bring some sunlight into the shadowy realm of corporate secrecy.
—Andrew Rice, Curbed, 4 Apr. 2025
However, Hazel’s spirit quest soon takes her into a fantastical Southern Gothic fantasy realm where the region's various myths and folklore suddenly come to life.
—PC Magazine, 3 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for realm
Recent Examples of Synonyms for realm
Noun
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Team 2 will survey the area associated with the tornado near Greenville.—
Robert A. Cronkleton,
Kansas City Star,
3 Apr. 2025
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Roach recommends using a dense synthetic angled brush to reach areas like the forehead and jaw.—
Ariana Yaptangco,
Glamour,
3 Apr. 2025
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Most people can’t comprehend the current scope of spaceflight advancement, says Antonio Peronace, the executive director of Space for Humanity, a nonprofit organization that brings private citizens to space.—
Cheyenne Roundtree,
Rolling Stone,
31 Mar. 2025
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The administration has not ruled out the possibility of expanding the scope of the tariffs to include additional vehicle components.—
Ron Estes,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2025
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By the time defenders block one address or domain, new ones have already been assigned.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
4 Apr. 2025
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The nuanced understanding of consumer emotions, tonality, and sentiment—critical elements for brand building—remain domains where human insight currently outperforms AI capabilities.—
Josipa Majic Predin,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
Noun
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When building or updating a home, lean into timeless and traditional elements.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
31 Mar. 2025
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Given the setting, the team sought to ensure minimal impact to the surrounding environment for the temporary space, which will be open through April 11 and channels elements of Najdi architecture and craftsmanship.—
Naomi Rougeau,
Robb Report,
31 Mar. 2025
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In all, Wall Street created and vaporized nearly $6 trillion in market capitalization in the span of 30 minutes, highlighting the extent of the jitters that are materializing across various sectors of the economy over the tariff policy and its rollout.—
John W. Dean,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Apr. 2025
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Furthermore, the market had likely already factored in the potential positive outcome of the SEC case to some extent during the earlier sharp rally in XRP.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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Grimes scored in bunches against the Knicks on Tuesday and finished with a team-high 26 points on 8-of-18 shooting from the field, 1-of-6 shooting from the three-point line and 9-of-10 from the foul line.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
2 Apr. 2025
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The Los Angeles Dodgers were seen celebrating their victory on the field after winning the World Series last year.—
Stephanie Giang-Paunon,
FOXNews.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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If passed, the bill would require employers and employment agencies to include wage or wage range information, a general description of benefits, and any other compensation in all job postings.—
Alonzo Martinez,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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The Rebels combined to hit 19 of 39 (49%) from long range in their wins over North Carolina and Iowa State last weekend.—
Paul Newberry,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Mar. 2025
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Along the way, Butman made connections with WCC's department leaders and instructors.—
Jamie L. LaReau,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2025
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The county’s budget and finance department will analyze vacant positions partially or fully funded by the county’s general fund.—
Destiny Torres,
Oc Register,
1 Apr. 2025
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“Realm.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/realm. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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