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as in chronology
a relating of events usually in the order in which they happened
newspaper reporters must strive to provide an accurate account of what happened
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as in version
a presentation of an artistic work (as a piece of music) from a particular point of view
the pianist gave an account of the sonata that revealed a very mature understanding of the work
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as in deposit
a sum of money set aside for a particular purpose
after paying the tuition, there was still money left for books in her special account for college expenses
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as in use
the capacity for being useful for some purpose
all the planning came to no account when the event was abruptly cancelled
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as in value
the relative usefulness or importance of something as judged by specific qualities
the position of publicity agent for a star is of considerable account in Hollywood
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as in consideration
a careful weighing of the reasons for or against something
take into account the potential problems that come with keeping a horse
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as in admiration
a feeling of great approval and liking
held her grandmother, a pioneer in aviation, in high account
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as in client
a person who buys a product or uses a service from a business
the company sends out holiday cards to all its accounts
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as in explanation
a statement given to explain a belief or act
he could offer no credible account for why he had been absent from work for two hours
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as in grounds
something (as a belief) that serves as the basis for another thing
for that account alone you should agree that the system needs overhauling
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as in import
the quality or state of being important
where we go for dinner is of no account to me
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Recent Examples of account
De Elizabeth, Parents, 7 Aug. 2025
For example, some foundations have not been regularly reconciling their accounts and have made some expenditures without proper prior approval or supporting documentation, such as receipts or invoices, according to the audit.
—Kristen Taketa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Aug. 2025
Sarah Linn
august 5, Sacbee.com, 5 Aug. 2025
Most Instagram accounts belonging to celebrities or public figures seek to create an anodyne, uniform experience; people peddle in similar photo quality, regular fixtures, minimal opinion sharing (or exclusive opinion sharing built on a political consistency).
—Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 5 Aug. 2025
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Noun
Researchers estimate that the actual number is even larger, taking into account births after the study's window concluded.
—De Elizabeth, Parents, 7 Aug. 2025
For example, some foundations have not been regularly reconciling their accounts and have made some expenditures without proper prior approval or supporting documentation, such as receipts or invoices, according to the audit.
—Kristen Taketa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Aug. 2025
Verb
California accounts for more than half of those store locations — about 280 in all, according to data company ScrapeHero.
—Sarah Linn
august 5, Sacbee.com, 5 Aug. 2025
Most Instagram accounts belonging to celebrities or public figures seek to create an anodyne, uniform experience; people peddle in similar photo quality, regular fixtures, minimal opinion sharing (or exclusive opinion sharing built on a political consistency).
—Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 5 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for account
Noun
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The distinction between the two is that Tsushima deploys the more fantastical elements of her story not in order to negotiate historical chronology, but to undo it.—
Katie Kitamura,
Harpers Magazine,
16 July 2025
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Indeed, the narrator’s desire for proximity to her mother forms the connective tissue stitching together the chronology of her childhood.—
Rachel Vorona Cote,
The Atlantic,
15 July 2025
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The Ramayana has hundreds of versions — across states, dialects, castes.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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The radio version was edited by Lisa Thomson and produced by Paige Waterhouse.—
Michel Martin,
NPR,
14 Aug. 2025
Noun
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This year, the average senator filed about 25 bills.—
Romy Ellenbogen,
Miami Herald,
12 Aug. 2025
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However, California residents are often given the option to buy solar systems outright and include the cost of solar in their mortgages or lease the panels from solar providers and pay a monthly fee which is often less than the typical electrical bill for a non-solar home.—
Jamie Gold,
Forbes.com,
12 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Next, make an initial deposit with a secure payment method, like a credit card.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Aug. 2025
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What to look for in a savings account Minimum balance requirements: Check if there's a minimum deposit to open the account or to maintain daily to avoid fees.—
Andreina Rodriguez,
CNBC,
8 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Some anglers told Ajemian and McCallister the price is too high, especially since the device can be lost during use.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
12 Aug. 2025
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The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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While vehicle theft claims don’t distinguish between full vehicle versus partial theft, the report's methodology considered the monetary value lost as result of the theft.—
Stuart Dyos,
USA Today,
18 Aug. 2025
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The Detroit native’s willingness to collaborate with the popular skincare brand was directly tied to his wife’s affinity for the brand as well as its alignment with his own values.—
Kenneth J. Williams Jr,
Forbes.com,
18 Aug. 2025
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Coastal commissioners, however, commended the promenade plan and emphasized that, in future projects, parking issues should not be a primary consideration.—
Erika I. Ritchie,
Oc Register,
15 Aug. 2025
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Special teams work is going to factor heavily here, but there are other roster considerations.—
Parker Gabriel,
Denver Post,
15 Aug. 2025
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Opinion polls have consistently shown him as the most popular Palestinian politician, and his time in prison has only increased the admiration in which he is held by Palestinians.—
Abeer Salman,
CNN Money,
15 Aug. 2025
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Alonso has only played for the Mets and has consistently talked about his admiration for the team.—
Aaliyan Mohammed,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Aug. 2025
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“Account.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/account. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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