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as in center
a thing or place that is of greatest importance to an activity or interest
during the 1980s Silicon Valley became the capital of the computer industry
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as in assets
the total of one's money and property
invested nearly all of their capital in the new business
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as in main
coming before all others in importance
the capital goal of the effort is to assimilate the new immigrants
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as in excellent
of the very best kind
a truly capital idea, which I highly endorse
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Recent Examples of capital
Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 5 Nov. 2024
Proposition 498 asked voters to exclude capital improvement projects from the expenditure limit including streets, water and sewer infrastructure parks and all other capital projects.
—Sam Kmack, The Arizona Republic, 5 Nov. 2024
Fox News, 14 Sep. 2022
Flores pleaded guilty to non-capital murder and to arson, and Skinner sentenced him to two life sentences for murder and one for arson.
—Elizabeth Zavala, San Antonio Express-News, 25 July 2022
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There Too: Lionsgate Release Dates Peter Coleman, CEO of FFI Holding, said the new ownership group is committed to providing a substantial amount of capital to grow the various businesses and seek other acquisitions.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 5 Nov. 2024
Proposition 498 asked voters to exclude capital improvement projects from the expenditure limit including streets, water and sewer infrastructure parks and all other capital projects.
—Sam Kmack, The Arizona Republic, 5 Nov. 2024
Adjective
She is also charged with non-capital murder in connection with the baby’s death.
—Fox News, 14 Sep. 2022
Flores pleaded guilty to non-capital murder and to arson, and Skinner sentenced him to two life sentences for murder and one for arson.
—Elizabeth Zavala, San Antonio Express-News, 25 July 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for capital
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European Wax Center continues to focus on maintaining its brand position and ensuring consistent service delivery across its network of centers.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 15 Nov. 2024
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And after having watched their team get beaten 5-0, many Maccabi fans made their way back to their hotels and the city center.Henry Austin, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
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As of September 30, 2024, Hallmark Venture Group had total assets of $103,332 and total liabilities of $833,304.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 15 Nov. 2024
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The company identified a material weakness in its internal controls over financial reporting related to the valuation methodology for intangible assets.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 15 Nov. 2024
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The zinc gradually lost its hold on the cables suspending the telescope’s main platform over the reflector dish.Nicole Acevedo, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
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The measure’s main opponents, the state Republican Party and the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association, did not appear to raise any money to campaign against the proposition.Ethan Varian, The Mercury News, 11 Nov. 2024
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North Carolina State University researchers found that deer movement can be excellent the last hour of daylight during the last-quarter phase of the moon.Michael Hanback, Outdoor Life, 7 Nov. 2024
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The improved adaptive cruise control is excellent at slow speeds and in stop-and-go traffic.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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Some of the biggest stars in Latin music will gather Thursday for the 25th anniversary of the Grammys in Miami — a hub of Latin American culture and the headquarters of the Latin Recording Academy.Kaitlyn Schwanemann, NBC News, 12 Nov. 2024
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After over two years of planning, delays, and construction, Gilroy celebrated the transformation of a back alley into a public pedestrian plaza in a move that officials say will bring new life into downtown and serve as a hub of activity in the city.Luis Melecio-Zambrano, The Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2024
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Noninterest income increased by $150 thousand, primarily due to higher wealth management fees and fees for other customer services.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
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Where does Trump's wealth come from? Despite his billions in DJT stock, Trump's original fortune stems from real estate, spanning residential buildings in New York City to golf courses and hotels around the globe.Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 5 Nov. 2024
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The bout pits one of the greatest (and most intimidating) fighters of all time against a social media star who only took up boxing in recent years.Greg Rosenstein, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
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However, the great tit is the species that has busted open a window into understanding animal social learning for scientists.Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 14 Nov. 2024
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Those who love thrifting will also find the city a mecca for preloved vintage goods.Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 19 Oct. 2024
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The Detroit museum has been a mecca for everyone from Snoop Dogg to Metallica.Brian McCollum, Detroit Free Press, 27 Oct. 2024
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“Capital.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/capital. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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