cultures 1 of 2

plural of culture
as in civilizations
the way people live at a particular time and place a study of ancient Anasazi culture as it existed in the canyons of the American Southwest

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cultures

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of culture

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Noun
  • Should the Voyager probes be intercepted by any alien civilizations during their missions, Carter’s message was meant to introduce them to humanity, said Matthew Shindell, a curator of planetary science and exploration at the National Air and Space Museum.
    Denise Chow, NBC News, 30 Dec. 2024
  • The lessons learned from these rapidly evolving societies—operating orders of magnitude faster than human civilizations—present a unique arbitrage opportunity for humanity.
    Jason Snyder, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • However, there is a fundamental challenge in quantum computing space, as an increasing number of errors arise as the system grows in complexity with a higher number of qubits.
    Trefis Team, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • There isn't much that grows in the barren ground here, but Taleb points out fledgling mint, garlic and potato plants.
    Jane Arraf, NPR, 24 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • Analysts suggest this growth is driven by consumers who are seeking healthier lifestyles, as well as those simply looking to reduce their alcohol intake throughout the year.
    Rachel King, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2025
  • This movement reflects a broader shift, led by Gen Y and Gen Z, toward valuing balanced lifestyles, the right to disconnect and comprehensive support.
    George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 31 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • By fostering an environment where team members feel valued and heard, Tesla cultivates a culture of accountability and excellence.
    Wayne Yu, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Leaders must communicate a compelling vision that not only draws in top talent, but also cultivates a workplace culture that supports long-term engagement.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • These one-off events throughout history have resulted in disastrous demographic drops, but societies almost always bounce back.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Previously, the region was seen as largely unfavorable for food production and large-scale human societies in ancient times.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
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“Cultures.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cultures. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.

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