stratum

Simply put, only a certain stratum of Americans prioritize learning about politics.

From Salon ● Dec. 13, 2024

The stratum corneum, the outer layer of mature skin cells, communicates with the epidermis below.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 2, 2023

Tim Ballard, the real-life protagonist of the surprise hit film Sound of Freedom, seemed on the verge of breaking into another stratum of fame and power when the movie was released.

From Slate ● Oct. 16, 2023

"Activists are worried about various charges being brought against such individuals who actively use their right to free speech. Democracy cannot exist without this stratum of people who exercise freedom of speech and thought."

From BBC ● Oct. 2, 2023

He said he was sorry he did not have the energy to return Barney to his original stratum in South Dakota.

From "Stargirl" by Jerry Spinelli

If you can imagine it folded into a strata, gratin or savory bread pudding, chances are it has a home here, too.

From Salon ● Sep. 6, 2026

Despite their dramatically different standing in Chinatown’s social strata, the women form an unlikely bond.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 11, 2026

"He is now just in a different strata of star than what we are used to from our sporting heroes," said Sivertsen.

From BBC ● Jun. 7, 2026

Documents from such historical figures as John Hancock are shown alongside those from ordinary individuals to show the ways this pivotal period was experienced by all strata of society.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 22, 2026

Nobody really knew how old the Clovis people were, though, because geological strata can't be dated precisely.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann

Those "layers" became second nature to Sis, whose books and other artwork now are noted for their stratums of design and meaning.

From Seattle Times ● Apr. 27, 2012