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as in acquisition
something added to an existing supply
an exhibit of the museum's latest accessions
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as in access
the means or right of entering or participating in
joining the army was his emancipation from his family as well as his accession to adulthood
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Recent Examples of accession
The Capitals have unlocked his offensive game, and his 13 goals — including a heavy slapper against the Penguins — have played a pivotal role in their accession to the top of the Eastern Conference.
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Rob Rossi, The Athletic, 18 Jan. 2025
The plan is also to loan—or, potentially accession—a quilt by a contemporary Black American quilter, intended to help facilitate this discussion of race and gender at the centennial.
—Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Jan. 2025
The statement condemned Georgia’s decision to halt its efforts toward EU accession.
—Sophiko Megrelidze, Los Angeles Times, 1 Dec. 2024
William and Kate's life changed when Queen Elizabeth died in September 2022, sparking King Charles' accession and William's advancement to heir in the line of succession to the throne.
—Janine Henni, People.com, 25 Nov. 2024
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Rob Rossi, The Athletic, 18 Jan. 2025
The plan is also to loan—or, potentially accession—a quilt by a contemporary Black American quilter, intended to help facilitate this discussion of race and gender at the centennial.
—Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Jan. 2025
The statement condemned Georgia’s decision to halt its efforts toward EU accession.
—Sophiko Megrelidze, Los Angeles Times, 1 Dec. 2024
William and Kate's life changed when Queen Elizabeth died in September 2022, sparking King Charles' accession and William's advancement to heir in the line of succession to the throne.
—Janine Henni, People.com, 25 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accession
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The acquisition coincides with TeamTO’s 20th anniversary, marking a pivotal moment in the company’s history.—
Jamie Lang,
Variety,
17 Feb. 2025
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The deadline acquisitions did their part that spring.—
Jonas Siegel,
The Athletic,
17 Feb. 2025
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But with less vegetation to burn, the areas can provide an access point for firefighters.—
Lauren Sommer,
NPR,
11 Feb. 2025
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Hours later, the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which is led by Musk, deleted the CFPB’s X account and was granted access to the consumer watchdog’s systems, a person familiar with the matter told CNN.—
Matt Egan,
CNN,
11 Feb. 2025
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South) on the casino floor near the lobby entrance.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
11 Feb. 2025
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Published on February 10, 2025 Photo : David Walls/Knight Frank There are five entrances.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
10 Feb. 2025
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Museum admission is $8, $6 children, free for children under 6. marktwainhouse.org.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
9 Feb. 2025
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Juniors ages 17 and under will be granted complimentary gallery admission for any day of the event by visiting the onsite ticket office with a ticketed or credentialed adult.—
Todd Abeln,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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The party reflected in the aftermath of the election, partly blaming former Vice President Kamala Harris’s late entry into the race, and their inconsistent stances on transgender, Israel, and immigration issues.—
Ross O'Keefe,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
7 Feb. 2025
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Fill out this form by Feb. 14 and your entry could be featured in this newsletter.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
7 Feb. 2025
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Three suspects smashed the door into the business, which was open at the time, and ran to the jewelry department.—
Stephanie Lam,
The Mercury News,
10 Feb. 2025
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Check for the stove’s model number located in the storage drawer at the bottom of the appliance or inside the oven door.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
10 Feb. 2025
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“Accession.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accession. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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