perpetration

noun

Definition of perpetrationnext
as in execution
the doing of an action the perpetration of a series of pranks that resulted in an expulsion from school

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  1. execution
  2. implementation
  3. fulfillment
Noun
  • But the state abandoned the execution after prison staff failed to establish an IV line, exposing the difficulties with administering the death penalty.
    Erik Ortiz, NBC News, 7 Nov. 2024
  • However, execution of Honeywell’s current operations has been spotty and is hurting the stock.
    Jeff Marks, CNBC, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of execution
Noun
  • The decrease is attributed to historical inventory adjustments and a new bill of material system implementation.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 19 Nov. 2024
  • So much of the federal government’s implementation could be done in months.
    Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 17 Nov. 2024
Definition of implementation
Noun
  • Could this lead to a renaissance of creativity, personal fulfillment and community engagement?
    Justin Maier, Rolling Stone, 4 Nov. 2024
  • Personal growth and self-improvement will lead to fulfillment.
    Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 2 Nov. 2024
Definition of fulfillment
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