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as in actual
existing in fact and not merely as a possibility
to some people, angels are as existent as aardvarks or astronomers
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as in existing
having being at the present time
the coelacanth is one existent fish that was once thought to be entirely extinct
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as in entity
one that has a real and independent existence
other worlds are existents that are generally taken for granted in works of science fiction
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Recent Examples of existent
Danielle Bacher, PEOPLE, 20 Dec. 2025
That said, the fear of pilling or an oily-looking canvas is non-existent.
—Tatayana Yomary, Essence, 19 Dec. 2025
During Neitzke's speech, any signs of those battles were non-existent.
—Claudia Levens, jsonline.com, 18 Dec. 2025
Lengthy drives over the many bridges here can trigger highway hypnosis, a nap-like mental state caused by the bridge’s unique vibrations, monotonous scenery and the sense of going nowhere that leads one’s brain to shift to (non-existent) autopilot.
—Crai S Bower, Outside, 18 Dec. 2025
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Adjective
The source claims Nick's days are rigidly controlled, his movements limited and his contact with the outside world effectively non-existent.
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Carote 16-Piece Nonstick Cookware Set The right nonstick cookware can be an actual kitchen game changer—and Carote’s 16-piece set delivers on that promise.—
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Everything was really incorrect for the period—shiny, sparkly, overdone—but the actual shapes and silhouettes of his clothes are quite accurate.—
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His freight and supply chain company, Crane Worldwide Logistics, had a pre-existing relationship with Daikin.—
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Nearly 5 million people, including children and people with pre-existing conditions, will lose health care coverage altogether.—
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Anjula Acharia is deepening her partnership with Warner Music Group, launching a new management entity under the 5 Junction umbrella less than a year after establishing the label.—
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There are thousands of entities across the state that receive property taxes, including school districts, cities, and county governments.—
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The defense bent a lot and didn’t break often but didn’t have any real signature plays.—
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While some calas are accessible by car, others can only be reached by a short hike—that’s where visitors will find the real magic and privacy.—
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Landscape architects Harriett Wimmer and Joe Yamada were based for many years in the Design Center and probably the most prominent local landscape design practice, which is another extant legacy firm.—
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Few extant movie studios have properties that go back as far or play as rich as Warner Bros.—
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Maintain a safe distance from water, wet items, and metal objects.—
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Each specimen’s unique characteristics reminded him of the patterns and patinas that distinguish the objects at the family’s haveli, or nobleman’s mansion, in the Pink City.—
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But under questioning from Cruz, Vladeck conceded that approving a nondisclosure order without any factual proffer would be inconsistent with a judge’s oath, if that hypothetical were true.—
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The producer is Angie Daniell, the casting director is Jenny Duffy, the factual producer is Louise Kentleton and director of production is Lianne Hickey.—
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That said, many of the gains players made here won’t dramatically affect their bottom lines, and the reality is that most players on ECHL deals will still need those second jobs and other sources of income to continue to chase their dream of making it to the next level.—
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And the reality of Victoria Park is much more wonderful.—
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“Existent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/existent. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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