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presence

/ˈpɹɛzəns/

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noun

Présence

The fact or condition of being present, or of being within sight or call, or at hand.

Examples :

"Any painter can benefit from the presence of a live model from which to draw."

Tout peintre peut bénéficier de la présence d'un modèle vivant à partir duquel dessiner.

condition being situation time essential

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Présence, entourage immédiat

The part of space within one's immediate vicinity.

Examples :

"Bob never said anything about it in my presence."

Bob n'a jamais rien dit à ce sujet en ma présence.

space area position essential

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noun

Présence, charisme

A quality of poise and effectiveness that enables a performer to achieve a close relationship with their audience.

Examples :

"The presenter's confident presence captivated the audience, making them feel connected to her ideas. "

La présence confiante de la présentatrice a captivé le public, lui permettant de se sentir connecté à ses idées.

style quality person entertainment character art ability communication essential

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Présence, charisme

A quality that sets an individual out from others; a quality that makes them noticed and/or admired even if they are not speaking or performing.

Examples :

"Despite being less than five foot, she filled up the theatre with her stage presence."

Malgré sa petite taille, elle a rempli le théâtre de sa présence sur scène.

character quality person being appearance essential

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Présence

Something (as a spirit) felt or believed to be present.

Examples :

"The quiet presence of her grandmother in the room filled everyone with a sense of peace. "

La présence silencieuse de sa grand-mère dans la pièce remplissait tout le monde d'un sentiment de paix.

supernatural religion soul mythology essential

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noun

Présence, implantation

A company's business activity in a particular market.

Examples :

"The company's presence in the European market is growing rapidly. "

La présence de l'entreprise sur le marché européen se développe rapidement.

business economy commerce organization essential

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noun

Assemblée, réunion

An assembly of great persons.

Examples :

"The presence of the esteemed authors at the school's annual literary festival was a great inspiration to the students. "

La présence des auteurs estimés au festival littéraire annuel de l'école a été une grande source d'inspiration pour les élèves.

group organization state government essential

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Présence, pleine conscience

The state of being closely focused on the here and now, not distracted by irrelevant thoughts.

Examples :

"During her yoga class, Sarah focused on her presence, feeling the sensations in her body and not worrying about her to-do list. "

Pendant son cours de yoga, Sarah s'est concentrée sur sa pleine conscience, ressentant les sensations dans son corps sans se soucier de sa liste de choses à faire.

mind philosophy being essential

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verb

Rendre présent, faire apparaître

To make or become present.

Examples :

"The new student will presence herself at the class meeting tomorrow. "

La nouvelle élève se présentera à la réunion de classe demain.

being action philosophy essential

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noun

Ambiance sonore

(audio) The ambient sounds in a room or on a set.

Examples :

"The presence of rustling papers and hushed whispers filled the library. "

L'ambiance sonore du bruissement des papiers et des chuchotements étouffés emplissait la bibliothèque.

sound media technology essential