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term

[turm] / tɜrm /
NOUN
description of a concept
Synonyms
STRONGEST
language name phrase style word
STRONG
appellation article caption denomination designation expression head indication locution moniker nomenclature terminology title vocable
NOUN
time period
Synonyms
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course duration phase quarter session time
STRONG
cycle go hitch interval season semester space span spell standing stretch tour turn while
NOUN
limit
Synonyms
STRONG
bound boundary close conclusion confine confines culmination end finish fruition limitation terminus
Antonyms
STRONG
beginning commencement introduction opening start
VERB
name something
Synonyms
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call describe dub
STRONG
baptize christen denominate designate entitle label style subtitle tag title

Example Sentences

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Astronomers use the term "metals" to describe elements heavier than hydrogen and helium.

From Science Daily • Apr. 4, 2026

And a former adviser to Labour on home affairs, Danny Shaw, acknowledged that the party also failed to plan for the long term when in opposition.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

The Politburo now has 21 active members, down from the 24 men who started the current term in 2022.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

“Long term, it’s possible it could lead to a recession.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

After Washington listened to the unanimous advice of all his cabinet officers and reluctantly agreed to serve a second term, he tucked away Madison s draft for another day.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.