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as in community
the people who belong to a group or organization
Club leaders are elected by the membership.
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as in association
the state of being a member of a group or organization
We allowed our membership in the discount club to lapse.
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Recent Examples of membership
For gamers on the go Nintendo Switch: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Bundle
A new bundle includes a downloadable game and a 12-month membership to an online service.
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Marc Saltzman, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) is seeking nominations for membership in the Bank Secrecy Act Advisory Group (BSAAG).
—Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
Analysts have been enthused by the company’s strong growth in ad-tier memberships, which jumped 35% in the third quarter from the previous quarter.
—Pia Singh, CNBC, 6 Dec. 2024
Gaming voter membership is also at a high, with 1,300.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 5 Dec. 2024
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Marc Saltzman, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) is seeking nominations for membership in the Bank Secrecy Act Advisory Group (BSAAG).
—Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
Analysts have been enthused by the company’s strong growth in ad-tier memberships, which jumped 35% in the third quarter from the previous quarter.
—Pia Singh, CNBC, 6 Dec. 2024
Gaming voter membership is also at a high, with 1,300.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 5 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for membership
Recent Examples of Synonyms for membership
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Israel captured the Golan Heights during the 1967 Mideast war and annexed it, a move recognized only by the U.S. The international community continues to regard the area as occupied.Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 16 Dec. 2024
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Your generosity makes a big difference in the lives of young people in our community.Ryan Murphy, The Indianapolis Star, 16 Dec. 2024
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That meant that more roster spots than usual would be filled by returning athletes, leaving fewer opportunities for incoming freshmen and transfers.Chris Quintana, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
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The Red Sox lost their backup catcher to Tampa Bay when Danny Jansen signed with the Rays, while the Yankees needed a major league roster spot for Loáisiga.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
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Tensions are running high — a recent homeowners association meeting devolved into shouting and the police had to be called to calm things down.Natalia Jaramillo, Orlando Sentinel, 15 Dec. 2024
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Studies published in 1999, 2002 and 2019, among others ‒ including hundreds of thousands of children, some of whom received the MMR vaccine and some of whom didn't ‒ found no association between vaccination and the development of autism.Eduardo Cuevas, USA TODAY, 14 Dec. 2024
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Since canines’ role in improving the well-being of individuals became evident, many organizations entered the market, offering professional training services tailored to specific needs.Ethan Stone, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
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O’Donnell’s story reminded me of the insidious way in which an organization’s culture and purpose can shift.Dhruv Khullar, The New Yorker, 12 Dec. 2024
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Influencers are categorized by follower count, each offering unique advantages: • Mega-Influencers (1 million+ followers): High reach, ideal for major brand awareness campaigns.Deepak Bansal, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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Court records show that Anthony Trice, 32, who was originally charged with one count of first-degree child abuse and one count of murder by domestic violence, was sentenced to 20 years in prison in Jefferson Circuit Court Thursday afternoon.Marina Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 20 Dec. 2024
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Even those with no religious affiliation in Germany widely celebrate Christmas.Ashlyn Messier, Fox News, 16 Dec. 2024
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Email newsletter | Facebook page Our rating: False USA TODAY published no such article and has no affiliation with the website in question.Katie Smith, USA TODAY, 16 Dec. 2024
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Starting in a modest 10x10 room in Culver City, Valdez and his team turned a bold idea into a tangible reality.Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 14 Dec. 2024
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And how can firms make sure their expanding management team stays aligned with their core values?IESE Business School, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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According to a press release obtained by PEOPLE, the production team worked in close partnership with the Sinatra and Davis estates in order to ensure a faithful representation of the late stars.Raven Brunner, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024
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Although some investors were impressed by C3.ai’s partnership with Microsoft, Cramer wondered if the move will actually end up hurting profitability.Julie Coleman, CNBC, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Membership.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/membership. Accessed 24 Dec. 2024.
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