as in environment
the circumstances, conditions, or objects by which one is surrounded
the whole contexture of Las Vegas is focused on escapism
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Recent Examples of contexture
The contexture of a surface – just to name a few.
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Philipp Sandner, Forbes, 6 July 2021
We are all framed of flaps and patches, and of so shapeless and diverse a contexture, that every piece and every moment playeth his part.
—Adam Gopnik, The New Yorker, 16 Jan. 2017
Philipp Sandner, Forbes, 6 July 2021
We are all framed of flaps and patches, and of so shapeless and diverse a contexture, that every piece and every moment playeth his part.
—Adam Gopnik, The New Yorker, 16 Jan. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for contexture
Noun
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Some of the 50-plus people who spoke to BBC News also contributed to the Banijay inquiry, describing incidents that happened across a range of shows Wallace featured on, but also in environments like night clubs and award ceremonies.—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
14 July 2025
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That's because these environments often allot the same physical CPU or GPU to multiple users.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
14 July 2025
Noun
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The drink embodies the elated atmosphere of watching the band play live, says Panis.—
Logan Holland,
People.com,
25 July 2025
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The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) predicts there is already too much carbon in the atmosphere to remain under the 1.5°C temperature target, necessitating carbon removal.—
The Editors,
JSTOR Daily,
25 July 2025
Noun
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The function of an obituary is to situate its subject’s life and work in historical context.—
John Darnielle,
Pitchfork,
24 July 2025
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And time, in the context of cognitive health, is everything.—
Jon Stojan,
USA Today,
24 July 2025
Noun
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Other key features include a Sonos surround system and Lutron automatic blinds throughout, plus raised garden beds set alongside an irrigated yard and plants.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
8 July 2025
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Both add tone-on-tone details including wood panels on the doors and dash, narrow slashes of chrome and a rose gold surround on the floating center console which nicely sets it apart from the storage bin beneath.—
Scotty Reiss,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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The investing climate is largely rewarding risk—and most investors are happy to accept the gains.—
Catherine Brock,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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Are Nectarines and Peaches Seasonal Fruit? Peaches and nectarines have been cultivated for growth in a wide variety of climates and regions across the globe.—
Hannah Coakley,
Verywell Health,
21 July 2025
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“Contexture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contexture. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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