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nature

[ney-cher] / ˈneɪ tʃər /
NOUN
character, disposition
Synonyms
STRONGEST
description essence humor mood personality quality type
STRONG
attributes being constitution drift essentiality features heart individualism individuality like makeup meat outlook point score stuff temper temperament texture traits
WEAK
bottom line name of game name of tune nature of beast
Antonyms
STRONG
exterior exteriority outside
NOUN
type, kind
Synonyms
STRONGEST
character description sort structure style variety way
STRONG
anatomy brand cast category color conformation figure framework ilk shape species stripe
NOUN
earth, creation
Synonyms
STRONGEST
environment landscape view world
STRONG
cosmos country countryside forest generation macrocosm outdoors scenery seascape setting universe
WEAK
megacosm natural history

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Charles received the badge at Dumfries House in East Ayrshire for his personal work in promoting nature and sustainability, particularly through The King's Foundation.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

"His teachings emphasize the harmonious coexistence between humans and nature, a principle that perfectly aligns with the conservation mission of the Giant Panda National Park where this species was discovered."

From Science Daily • Apr. 22, 2026

In a landmark ruling in late March, a California court ruled Instagram and YouTube are liable for the addictive nature of their platforms.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

While watching “For Want of a Horse,” I recalled a program on PBS called “My Wild Affair” that wasn’t about zoophilia but about the problematic nature of human bonds with untamed animals.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026

Duane studied the shipwreck with great interest because Duane was a polar bear in possession of a curious nature.

From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el

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