1
as in institute
a public organization with a particular purpose or function
a charitable institution devoted to raising funds to feed the hungry
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as in fixture
a person who has long been associated with a place or activity
an actor who has been a Broadway institution for decades
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as in organization
a group of persons formally joined together for some common interest
an institution devoted to studying social problems and proposing solutions for them
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Recent Examples of institution
As noted above, the states only asked for this relief on behalf of institutions located within their borders, and that is all that was granted.
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John Timmer, Ars Technica, 10 Feb. 2025
And others point out that targeting churches, temples and other religious institution remains a politically touchy issue.
—Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 10 Feb. 2025
That's far below what many institutions have been getting to maintain buildings and equipment and pay support staff and other overhead expenses.
—Rob Stein, NPR, 8 Feb. 2025
The medal is the highest distinction from the institution, which was created in 1898.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 8 Feb. 2025
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John Timmer, Ars Technica, 10 Feb. 2025
And others point out that targeting churches, temples and other religious institution remains a politically touchy issue.
—Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 10 Feb. 2025
That's far below what many institutions have been getting to maintain buildings and equipment and pay support staff and other overhead expenses.
—Rob Stein, NPR, 8 Feb. 2025
The medal is the highest distinction from the institution, which was created in 1898.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 8 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for institution
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The Governors Award for education, technology and innovation went to Texas A&M University’s virtual production institute.—
Carolyn Giardina,
Variety,
7 Feb. 2025
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The finding appears in the institute’s 2024 Spending in Retirement Survey, published in November.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA TODAY,
6 Feb. 2025
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In another scene, Oliver shoves Mallory, breaks a light fixture, and chases her with an axe.—
Federico Fahsbender,
Rolling Stone,
11 Feb. 2025
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Industrial elements like metal stools, lantern pendant fixtures, and open shelving mingle with the room's traditional design.—
Abby Wolner,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Feb. 2025
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If Trump were to carry through with his frequent promise to pull the U.S. out of NATO, that would effectively mark the end of the treaty organization and signal the fall of Europe, Zelenskyy said.—
Matthew Medsger,
Boston Herald,
17 Feb. 2025
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This may be different from corporate gifts made to organizations, depending on the circumstances, but there are a lot of uncertainties that will likely be fleshed out in the coming years.—
Cheryl Winokur Munk,
CNBC,
16 Feb. 2025
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Bates issued the late-night ruling denying a request from unions and nonprofit groups to halt DOGE's access to records maintained by the Department of Labor, Department of Health and Human Services, and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
15 Feb. 2025
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Despite that, the new group was virtually ignored both by fans and top groups such as The Who, The Beatles and The Rolling Stones.—
Marco della Cava,
USA TODAY,
15 Feb. 2025
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But German society has been strained by a decade-long influx of migrants who arrived with little or no German language knowledge, and who have often received significant social assistance.—
Jim Tankersley,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2025
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But the affluent of many past periods also invested in the shared betterment of society, understanding that doing so helped justify the existence of wealth inequality.—
Brian Klaas,
The Atlantic,
7 Feb. 2025
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Developer Rick Caruso, who lost to Bass in the 2022 mayoral election and has been sharply critical of her since the fires, this week launched a foundation headed by a collection of business leaders to focus on recovery.—
Julia Wick,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Feb. 2025
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As detailed in this episode of Billboard Explains, the 37-year-old West Coast hip-hop titan has long laid the foundation, with decades of work honing his craft and refining his flows to get to this point at the top of the rap food chain.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
7 Feb. 2025
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In the same token, those who seem to overlook this reality are most likely to develop a brand that inspires the wrong associations.—
Dr. Eric George,
Forbes,
19 Feb. 2025
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Bowman has earned 14 Stanley Cup rings – the most by anyone – due to his association with the Canadiens, Red Wings, Penguins and Blackhawks.—
Bill Speros,
Boston Herald,
19 Feb. 2025
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Each establishment receives between one and four routine inspections per year.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Feb. 2025
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The lush, five-star, Orange County resort also boasts a striking coliseum pool, ocean-view golf, a handful of bar and dining establishments and plenty of picturesque walking paths.—
Dahvi Shira,
Forbes,
5 Feb. 2025
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“Institution.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/institution. Accessed 23 Feb. 2025.
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