emplacing

verb

Definition of emplacingnext
present participle of emplace
as in situating
to arrange something in a certain spot or position the plan is to emplace more guns on the ridge north of the camp

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for emplacing
  1. placing
  2. putting
  3. positioning
  4. locating
  5. disposing
Verb
  • Witnesses told investigators that Thomas was seen hours later struggling to drag something wrapped in a blue tarp down the apartment building stairs before placing the tarp in Abraham’s car, according to the affidavit.
    Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Moving forward, promoting smart growth practices, and enhancing urban ventilation by incorporating more open spaces and strategically placing buildings to allow for better air circulation will reduce this problem.
    Mary Jo Pitzl, The Arizona Republic, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of placing
Verb
  • These good Samaritans respond to rescue calls at any hour of the day, often putting their own safety at risk.
    Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Allen Media Group, the owner of TV’s Weather Channel and 27 TV stations, is putting Nielsen in a closer embrace after giving the measurement giant a colder shoulder last year.
    Brian Steinberg, Variety, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of putting
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  • These new batteries aim to address current production challenges while positioning Tesla as a leader in battery technology.
    Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 4 Oct. 2024
  • By building long-term partnerships, brands benefit from creators’ continuous growth and evolving influence, positioning them to access new audiences and stay relevant in an ever-changing media landscape.
    Jamie Gutfreund, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of positioning
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  • Here are some tips and tricks for locating a draft.
    Kamron Sanders, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Sep. 2024
  • In a 2022 report on best practices for warehouse projects under the state’s environmental laws, the state attorney general’s office recommends locating warehouse facilities so that their property lines are at least 1,000 feet from the property lines of sensitive sites such as homes and schools.
    Rebecca Plevin, Los Angeles Times, 30 Sep. 2024
Definition of locating
Verb
  • Police allege Mims and Tippett assisted Brandon in disposing of Jessica's body.
    Samira Asma-Sadeque, People.com, 3 Oct. 2024
  • Start over with a new pan or after safely disposing of the butter or oil.
    Cody Godwin, USA TODAY, 2 Oct. 2024
Definition of disposing
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