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as in commonplace
often observed or encountered
by that time cell phones had become ubiquitous, and people had long ceased to be impressed by the sight of one
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as in universal
present in all places and at all times
was weary of the ubiquitous noise of the big city and longed for the quiet of the country
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Recent Examples of ubiquitous
Dark and Patinated Finishes Hardware trends are moving away from the ubiquitous matte black and shiny hardware finishes, say Cynthia and Rish Malhotra, founders of the hardware maker Art & Forge.
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Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Jan. 2026
While the menswear mecca has evolved its assortment and helped shift men’s tastes over time, expanding to newer territories, suits remain ubiquitous.
—Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 13 Jan. 2026
The comic strip became ubiquitous in the 1990s.
—People Staff, PEOPLE, 13 Jan. 2026
The Australia native is set to become an even more ubiquitous celebrity crush with the release of Wuthering Heights on Valentine’s Day 2026.
—Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 10 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ubiquitous
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Contrary to rumors of mass protests, the gathering of citizens (a commonplace sight at crucial legislative periods), was unobtrusive and orderly.—
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Bodyboarders and surfers haven’t historically gotten along, especially in the ’80s, when conflicts in the water were commonplace.—
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Yet many divorces follow a similar trajectory, and most of the feelings women experience during that process are universal.—
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The administration’s actions also aren’t being met with universal disdain by Colorado politicians.—
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As usual, Coon thrives in ambiguity, layering a seemingly straightforward woman with depth.—
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As a result, Musick elected to bench her usual rotation for much of the second half.—
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The fertilizers engorged the Everglades on nutrients, especially phosphorus, leading to the widespread proliferation of cattails.—
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Amid widespread corruption under Chávez, as journalist Anne Appelbaum noted in a 2024 book, hundreds of billions of dollars were siphoned off from PDVSA and other Venezuelan companies and subsequently disappeared into private bank accounts around the world.—
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Fishbach’s debut novel is set in familiar terrain for him.—
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Those who know the victim described him as a familiar and well‑liked presence in the neighborhood.—
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Skye was omnipresent and worldwide, from New York (Valentino’s handbag party, Chanel’s Premiere Galon watch event and Bleu fragrance party, Messika’s cocktail at The Frick in New York, just to name a few); Miami, for Art Basel parties like Ferragamo’s, and the Fashion Trust Arabia Awards in Doha.—
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Sore and Jonathan move from light rom-com energy to glum passages where the specter of death is omnipresent.—
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During pregnancy, common reasons for seeking care include early labor, bleeding, changes in fetal movement, or high blood pressure.—
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These are common occurrences on the Las Vegas Convention Center’s show floor during CES, which wrapped on Friday.—
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Explore the cobblestone streets, duck into museums like the Maritime Museum of Crete, and shop for souvenirs in the endless boutiques.—
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In a hospital, endless systems are reliant on network connections, from electronic health records and radiology systems to scheduling systems for employees.—
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“Ubiquitous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ubiquitous. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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