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as in judges
a public official having authority to decide questions of law
appealed to the bench for leniency
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as in tribunals
an assembly of persons for the administration of justice
a ruling from the bench is expected any day now
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Recent Examples of benches
Included in the collection are pieces for multiple rooms in your home, including dining table chairs, couches, ottomans, benches, and more.
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Rachel Trujillo, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Dec. 2024
The campaign places decorative benches, murals, historical markers and banners along the street.
—La Risa R. Lynch, Journal Sentinel, 6 Dec. 2024
From shelters and ramps to mats and benches, the exhibit is filled with furnishings created to meet the needs of specific breeds while strengthening their relationships with people.
—Martin Lerma, Robb Report, 4 Dec. 2024
In the courtyard, which was dotted with concrete tables and benches, people crowded around the outdoor bar as the restaurant transitioned from breakfast to lunch.
—Rebecca Morin, USA TODAY, 4 Dec. 2024
Amenities at Blue Spring State Park are pretty standard for Florida state parks and include picnic areas with shaded benches and grills for barbecuing.
—Terry Ward, Travel + Leisure, 3 Dec. 2024
In addition to production equipment, the set was littered with benches and luggage props.
—Esther Kang, People.com, 29 Nov. 2024
The video, taken in Terminal A near the food court, features MCO's signature green carpet adorned with a floral pattern, large pots of lush greenery and wooden benches that feel straight out of a bygone era.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2024
Job security is rare on NHL benches — as Bannister learned on Sunday.
—Carol Schram, Forbes, 24 Nov. 2024
Rachel Trujillo, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Dec. 2024
The campaign places decorative benches, murals, historical markers and banners along the street.
—La Risa R. Lynch, Journal Sentinel, 6 Dec. 2024
From shelters and ramps to mats and benches, the exhibit is filled with furnishings created to meet the needs of specific breeds while strengthening their relationships with people.
—Martin Lerma, Robb Report, 4 Dec. 2024
In the courtyard, which was dotted with concrete tables and benches, people crowded around the outdoor bar as the restaurant transitioned from breakfast to lunch.
—Rebecca Morin, USA TODAY, 4 Dec. 2024
Amenities at Blue Spring State Park are pretty standard for Florida state parks and include picnic areas with shaded benches and grills for barbecuing.
—Terry Ward, Travel + Leisure, 3 Dec. 2024
In addition to production equipment, the set was littered with benches and luggage props.
—Esther Kang, People.com, 29 Nov. 2024
The video, taken in Terminal A near the food court, features MCO's signature green carpet adorned with a floral pattern, large pots of lush greenery and wooden benches that feel straight out of a bygone era.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2024
Job security is rare on NHL benches — as Bannister learned on Sunday.
—Carol Schram, Forbes, 24 Nov. 2024
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“Benches.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/benches. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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