connotation
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But Vladimir Yavachev, Christo's nephew and now director for the artists' estate following their deaths, said the barrels were not developed with "any connotation to the oil industry or criticism".
From Barron's • Feb. 16, 2026
While taking on more than $100,000 in debt can have a negative connotation, at the time it may have seemed like a sound financial decision.
From MarketWatch • Jan. 14, 2026
Emojis can have an "infantile connotation" which could lead to people perceiving you as younger, less senior, capable or responsible, he says.
From BBC • Dec. 14, 2025
Mothers aren’t expected to be human, nor are they expected to be superhuman, though one can see why mommy bloggers like to use that term for its more positive connotation.
From Salon • Oct. 9, 2025
"Project Elrond" had taken on a dark connotation throughout the Space Center, veiled in secrecy.
From "The Martian" by Andy Weir
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