as in having
to keep, control, or experience as one's own
we own a modest house and an equally modest car
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Examples Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of owning
People prohibited from owning guns, like felons, can readily obtain ghost guns, which do not bear serial numbers, unlike firearms made by companies and bought from licensed dealers.
—
Corey Kilgannon, New York Times, 11 Dec. 2024
An exploration of Black generational farmers in the American South reveals the fragility of legacy and the significance of owning land.
—Peter Debruge, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
However, owning the account wasn’t his main priority.
—Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 11 Dec. 2024
Such a change could only come from owning her realities, embracing self-love, listening intently, learning from others, and accepting correction and encouragement from those in her tribe.
—Essence, 10 Dec. 2024
The North Face line’s colorways couldn’t have been more on-trend (at this point, owning winter gear in shades of scrumptious brown is a must).
—Stacia Datskovska, WWD, 10 Dec. 2024
The proposal could also help with the general cost of owning a home in Florida.
—Aliss Higham, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
That's what owning your choices looks like in action.
—Joe Altieri, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
For consumers, the appeal lies in owning a tangible piece of their travel dreams.
—Kate Hardcastle, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
Corey Kilgannon, New York Times, 11 Dec. 2024
An exploration of Black generational farmers in the American South reveals the fragility of legacy and the significance of owning land.
—Peter Debruge, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
However, owning the account wasn’t his main priority.
—Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 11 Dec. 2024
Such a change could only come from owning her realities, embracing self-love, listening intently, learning from others, and accepting correction and encouragement from those in her tribe.
—Essence, 10 Dec. 2024
The North Face line’s colorways couldn’t have been more on-trend (at this point, owning winter gear in shades of scrumptious brown is a must).
—Stacia Datskovska, WWD, 10 Dec. 2024
The proposal could also help with the general cost of owning a home in Florida.
—Aliss Higham, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
That's what owning your choices looks like in action.
—Joe Altieri, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
For consumers, the appeal lies in owning a tangible piece of their travel dreams.
—Kate Hardcastle, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for owning
Verb
-
But to have the engine running well, having Wall Street analyst sponsorship is worth a few cylinders.Cody Slach, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
-
When having fun is far down the list of priorities, sleeping with a delivery guy could be revolutionary.Peter Debruge, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
Verb
-
Mangione was also initially charged in Pennsylvania with forgery, carrying firearms without a license, tampering with records or identification, possessing instruments of a crime and providing false identification to law enforcement.Molly Bohannon, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
-
He was also known for possessing a cannon of a right arm, which accounted for 123 assists from the corner outfield (and for two scoreless appearances, a decade apart, that covered 5 2/3 innings on the mound).Zack Meisel, The Athletic, 11 Dec. 2024
Verb
-
This method enabled competitors to keep their overhead costs low, retaining minimal staff and reducing the risk of product spoilage en route.Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
-
Their ability to work miles away from their supervisor would expand the impact and reach of practices while retaining care continuity.Arthur L. Kellermann, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Verb
-
The video category was won by Kevin Lohman for his footage of a red fox enjoying zoomies on the grass one frosty morning.Jack Guy, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
-
Johan thrives as a gay man in Copenhagen, enjoying endless bars, parties, and casual flings.Mia Galuppo, The Hollywood Reporter, 11 Dec. 2024
Thesaurus Entries Near owning
Cite this Entry
“Owning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/owning. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share