climates

noun

plural of climate
1
as in atmospheres
a special quality or impression associated with something a new inner-city school designed to encourage a climate of learning

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2
as in environments
the circumstances, conditions, or objects by which one is surrounded it's hard to concentrate in this hectic climate

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Recent Examples of climates Al-Masri routinely covered equipment with a white cloth to protect it from the sun and dust, a common practice among journalists in Gaza and other hot climates. — Sam Mednick, Los Angeles Times, 25 Aug. 2026 How to Prevent Bermuda Grass Prevention is key to avoiding the risks of Bermuda grass in cool-season climates. — Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 23 Aug. 2026 Sustainable design is crucial, advocating for strategic placement in cold climates like Finland to leverage natural cooling and renewable energy. — John Werner, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2026 Keep Humidity And Moisture In Check Moisture plays an important role in wood movement, making humidity particularly relevant in hot, humid climates. — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 20 Aug. 2026 A lot of the solar energy goes into evaporating the moisture in the air, so in drier climates, more of the Sun’s energy can go directly into heating the air. — Andrew Freedman, CNN Money, 19 Aug. 2026 But, as anyone who’s watched an icy soda turn watery on a summer day can probably gather, moving hard ice to warm climates wasn’t exactly foolproof. — Mack Degeurin, Popular Science, 19 Aug. 2026 Abdi recommends it for its resilience during the fall and winter in mild climates. — Mallory Carra, The Spruce, 18 Aug. 2026 The agreement will see passenger cars and delivery vans tailored to hot climates made in Qatar, Autocar reported, with an initial run of about 5,000 vehicles a year. — Manal Albarakati, semafor.com, 17 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for climates
  1. atmospheres
  2. environments
  3. auras
  4. surrounds
  5. smells
  6. airs
  7. aromas
  8. feelings
Noun
  • This is important because gas giants like Jupiter and Saturn have vast atmospheres.
    — Robert Lea, Space.com, 27 Aug. 2026
  • The Volcanic Explosivity Index, or VEI, was created primarily for terrestrial eruptions and cannot be transferred directly to worlds with weaker gravity, thinner atmospheres, and different volcanic materials.
    — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of atmospheres
Noun
  • The experience goes far beyond the golf course; Palmares is known across the world for having one of the most breathtaking clubhouse environments in all of golf.
    — Jeff Goudy, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
  • In one of the findings, bat houses — artificial roosts in urban environments, similar to nest boxes for birds — were doing their job helping to suppress pests on pecan farms in Texas.
    — Shi En Kim, AZCentral.com, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of environments
Noun
  • The Boston Celtics’ rivalry with the Lakers gets juice from their contrasting auras.
    — Marcus Thompson II, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Connecticut reported 12 clinical cases of Candida auras infection in 2024, according to CDC data.
    — Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of auras
Noun
  • Neither are ideal, but this hasn’t prevented City fans from generating a decent atmosphere inside their new surrounds, particularly during last season’s run-in when the final nine home games were all won.
    — Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026
  • One skyscraper amidst a sea of them, the Four Seasons San Francisco at Embarcadero blends in with its surrounds.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 July 2026
Definition of surrounds
Noun
  • The smells of jerk chicken, brats and hot dogs filled the air but the vibe of a festival quickly disappeared as attendees carried garden rakes, bleach and diapers.
    — Carole Carlson, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Adding white vinegar and using the warmest safe water can help remove trapped smells and detergent residue.
    — Ashlyn Needham, The Spruce, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of smells
Noun
  • Episode one of the eight-episode season airs November 1 on HBO Max.
    — Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 25 Aug. 2026
  • With performer lineup updates rolling out throughout August, there's now a clearer picture of what viewers can expect when the live broadcast airs September 3 from the Starlite Auditorium in Marbella, Spain.
    — Veronica Villafañe, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of airs
Noun
  • Straw colored in the glass, this wine has aromas of white flowers, green apple, honeydew melon, and lemon.
    — Mike DeSimone, Robb Report, 20 Aug. 2026
  • This copper beauty serves up bold floral and citrus aromas, plus the signature IPA bitterness.
    — Hudson Lindenberger, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of aromas
Noun
  • Both artists, Morris points out, were working in the context of World War II, and the owl’s ability to both burrow and take flight may have appealed to feelings of entrapment and a desire to escape.
    — Kelly Presutti, ARTnews.com, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Fresh pasta, family recipes and the feelings of a cozy home are coming together at Charlotte’s newest Italian restaurant, opening this fall.
    — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of feelings

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“Climates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/climates. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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