soup

noun

ˈsüp How to pronounce soup (audio)
Definition of soupnext
as in fog
an atmospheric condition in which suspended particles in the air rob it of its transparency in soup like this, amateur pilots can easily become disoriented

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Recent Examples of soup Rosebud Steakhouse Rosebud, the Chicago tradition now on Texas 114 in Southlake, is serving several $59 dinner choices including a rib-eye petite filet with crab cake or Italiano style, with soup or salad and dessert. — Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Aug. 2026 The meal includes a family-style, three-course menu of seafood soup, dumplings and Peking duck with cucumber salad; ginger scallion shrimp, Hong Kong chicken, Chinese broccoli, mei fun noodles, egg and onion rice; and a dessert by Berna Bakes. — Kari Barnett, Sun Sentinel, 12 Aug. 2026 How to Eat Use milk in lattes, smoothies, oatmeal, or soups for a creamy consistency. — Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 12 Aug. 2026 Stir soup, 3/4 cup of the Swiss cheese, and the milk into meat mixture. — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for soup
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  1. fog
  2. haze
  3. cloud
  4. mist
Noun
  • The fog should gradually lift and dissipate around 9 am EDT this morning.
    — NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 22 Aug. 2026
  • The marine layer — the region’s natural air conditioning — is expected to remain thick through the weekend, with the possibility of coastal fog and drizzle.
    — Rick Hurd, Mercury News, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of fog
Noun
  • Lately Becker has been snatching up vintage Lalique pieces that, in this setting, have the frosty haze of sea glass.
    — Hannah Martin, Architectural Digest, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Photos were fuzzy—Swift appeared in an, ahem, lavender haze care of a sparkly lilac mini-dress.
    — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of haze
Noun
  • Perhaps most exciting will be the possibility for spectacular sunrises and sunsets, as light from the sun bounces off the bottom of these elevated clouds in intense pink and orange colors.
    — Sean Macaday, Sacbee.com, 17 Aug. 2026
  • The stock is gapping above its 50-day MA and daily cloud, confirming a short-term breakout.
    — Katie Stockton, CNBC, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of cloud
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  • The backgrounds are sparse and artifical, with generous bloomed lighting and mist applied to seemingly random places.
    — Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Whereas for makeup wear, pro makeup artist Naoko Scintu, who counts Kate Hudson, Florence Pugh, and Maude Apatow as clients, says a mist can add a first layer of hydration or a weightless dewiness to your look.
    — Kiana Murden, Vogue, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of mist

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“Soup.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soup. Accessed 24 Aug. 2026.

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