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as in mission
a specific task with which a person or group is charged
a secret operation which, if it is discovered, the government will deny any knowledge of
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2
as in process
a usually fixed or ordered series of actions or events leading to a result
a specific mathematical operation is required in order to get the correct answer
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as in management
the act or activity of looking after and making decisions about something
given the constant threat of robbery, the operation of a convenience store can be quite stressful
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as in use
the act or practice of employing something for a particular purpose
a considerable amount of training is required for the operation of these new high-tech weapons systems
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Recent Examples of operation
Anderson Prime Steakhouse will be a sister operation to Anderson Reserve, a unique, upscale restaurant opened in 2019 inside a barn on acreage in Sweet.
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Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 29 Jan. 2025
California No major California raids have been reported to date, but federal agencies working in Los Angeles are pledging cooperation in immigration enforcement operations.
—Jorge L. Ortiz, USA TODAY, 29 Jan. 2025
But over the last few years, operations have been challenged by store inefficiencies and a slow recovery in China.
—Jeff Marks, CNBC, 29 Jan. 2025
The government’s national security concerns related to combatting Chinese data collection and related operations were found to be compelling and the Act is carefully designed to address those concerns.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 17 Jan. 2025
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Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 29 Jan. 2025
California No major California raids have been reported to date, but federal agencies working in Los Angeles are pledging cooperation in immigration enforcement operations.
—Jorge L. Ortiz, USA TODAY, 29 Jan. 2025
But over the last few years, operations have been challenged by store inefficiencies and a slow recovery in China.
—Jeff Marks, CNBC, 29 Jan. 2025
The government’s national security concerns related to combatting Chinese data collection and related operations were found to be compelling and the Act is carefully designed to address those concerns.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 17 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for operation
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Blue Origin is currently targeting Tuesday, Jan. 28, for its first New Shepard mission of the year.—
Tariq Malik,
Space.com,
28 Jan. 2025
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In the control room, 25 engineers reviewed live data during the mission.—
CNN.com Wire Service,
The Mercury News,
28 Jan. 2025
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The director noted that residents didn’t have to wait for debris to be completely cleared to start the building permit application process with their respective city or county.—
Noah Haggerty,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Jan. 2025
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However, there were many who did not respect the investigative process.—
Ryan Gaydos,
Fox News,
27 Jan. 2025
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The best risk management advice for most corporate executives is to not shift with the political winds or expect to be burned eventually.—
Eric Rosenbaum,
CNBC,
4 Feb. 2025
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The programs that are really about the talent management systems that may exist within the corporations.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes,
3 Feb. 2025
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The days and nights are filled with drinking and recreational drug use — and all appears well until Jess gets bitten by a snake and disappears soon after.—
Samantha Stutsman,
People.com,
1 Feb. 2025
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Small and medium enterprises and individuals alike are advised to secure their printers with password protection, disable remote access when unnecessary, and keep their firmware updated to prevent unauthorized use.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
Newsweek,
1 Feb. 2025
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Earnings, jobs data, and Labor Day: What to watch in the markets this week The Labor Department’s report highlights a nuanced picture of the labor market.—
Quartz Intelligence Newsroom,
Quartz,
24 Jan. 2025
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Small businesses are the backbone of the global economy, driving innovation, creating jobs and building communities.—
Sal Rehmetullah,
Forbes,
24 Jan. 2025
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At least 100 Texas children aged 17 and younger obtained abortions out of state in the first year after Texas banned the procedure, including six under the age of 12, according to the latest state data.—
Shafaq Patel,
Axios,
28 Jan. 2025
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The Neuralink procedure, on the other hand, occurs on the superficial, surface- area of the brain and requires a relatively small incision.—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
27 Jan. 2025
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The best news is that every mode reflects the improved handling dynamics Mercedes-Benz has brought to its entire model line over the past decade.—
Karl Brauer,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
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The University of California is aiming to speed up handling of faculty misconduct cases.—
Teresa Watanabe,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Jan. 2025
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Online applications will be accepted through March 7.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 Jan. 2025
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After a thorough investigation with the assistance of the West Hartford Police Department, police named Preston as the suspect in the theft, and an arrest warrant application was submitted and approved by New Britain Superior Court, according to police.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
28 Jan. 2025
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“Operation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/operation. Accessed 7 Feb. 2025.
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