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
Now, in recognition of Britain’s economic decline resulting from their departure, emphasis among parties skeptical of European integration has shifted away from exit referendums in support of reimagining the EU and its institutions.
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TIME, 23 Feb. 2025
Their decisions keep the NIH funding flowing to more than 300,000 researchers at more than 2,500 universities, medical schools and other institutions.
—Rob Stein, NPR, 22 Feb. 2025
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott, a Democrat, condemned the orders as a direct attack on local communities and institutions that rely on federal funding.
—Ross O'Keefe, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 22 Feb. 2025
For example, the order terminating federal diversity, equity and inclusion programs dismantles efforts to address racial disparities in public institutions.
—Deborah Omontese, The Conversation, 21 Feb. 2025
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TIME, 23 Feb. 2025
Their decisions keep the NIH funding flowing to more than 300,000 researchers at more than 2,500 universities, medical schools and other institutions.
—Rob Stein, NPR, 22 Feb. 2025
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott, a Democrat, condemned the orders as a direct attack on local communities and institutions that rely on federal funding.
—Ross O'Keefe, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 22 Feb. 2025
For example, the order terminating federal diversity, equity and inclusion programs dismantles efforts to address racial disparities in public institutions.
—Deborah Omontese, The Conversation, 21 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for institution
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Musk seized on a tweet that said the institute received USAID funding, a target of Musk and his Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).—
Jibin Joseph,
PCMAG,
21 Feb. 2025
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The practical effect of the cap is to rob universities and research institutes of money crucial to everything from keeping laboratory lights on to maintaining sophisticated microscopes to patient safety.—
Orlando Sentinel and South Florida Sun Sentinel Editorial Boards,
Orlando Sentinel,
20 Feb. 2025
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Reid has been a fixture in political media, frequently contributing to discussions on race, social justice and policy.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
25 Feb. 2025
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There’s also the usual fare: the knightly armor, bone gear, and massive, completely illogical fixtures of clothing that would be physically impossible to wear or move around with in the real world.—
Josh Broadwell,
Rolling Stone,
24 Feb. 2025
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Improving these areas is a cost- and time-efficient strategy that increases overall workflow and efficiency in the organization.—
Kody Boye,
USA TODAY,
28 Feb. 2025
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The speed of funding is especially critical to SMBs, who generally lack the organization and human resources to anticipate needs into the more distant future.—
Rohit Arora,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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Expect dropouts: Rejig pairings and match those who’ve lost their coach or coachee Start small, then scale: Start with a smaller group with a pure coaching approach that has no particular focus.—
Kevin Kruse,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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The format, which has been a success internationally, sees famous faces come up against a group of interviewers who are autistic, neurodivergent and/or learning disabled.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
27 Feb. 2025
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There is significant uncertainty about the future impact of AI on the economy, national security, industry, the workforce, education, society, scientific discovery, and other technology advancements.—
Deborah Wince-Smith,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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In the special, Maron comments on everything from society’s obsession with turmeric, to the end times of Trump, and the cultish, religious vibes of Marvel superfans.—
Will DiGravio,
TIME,
21 Feb. 2025
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Mindset is the foundation The foundation of effectively managing a miulti-generational team is embracing the mindset that a varied workforce is a valuable workforce.—
Ruchi Kulhari,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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Behind the scenes, however, the foundation of a doomed trade was already taking place.—
Katie Woo,
The Athletic,
21 Feb. 2025
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One of the dogs had attacked before The condo association where the Withers lived filed a civil lawsuit in April to force the removal of the dogs.—
Laura A. Bischoff,
USA TODAY,
19 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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The county performs about 14,000 inspections annually, with 97% of establishments passing, spokesman Ken Casparis previously told The Sacramento Bee.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacramento Bee,
21 Feb. 2025
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This was the common idea behind Harry Truman’s Marshall Plan for postwar Europe, Kennedy’s establishment of USAID, Jimmy Carter’s creation of the U.S. refugee program, and George W. Bush’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief.—
George Packer,
The Atlantic,
20 Feb. 2025
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“Institution.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/institution. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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