establishes

present tense third-person singular of establish
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as in proves
to gain full recognition or acceptance of a first novel that established him as one of the most promising writers of his generation

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Recent Examples of establishes Deals with the top two biggest pay-TV operators establishes a good baseline for a spate of other renewals into 2025. Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 9 Dec. 2024 This agency is also the one that manages detention facilities and establishes collaborations with local governments. Sergio Martínez-Beltrán, NPR, 6 Dec. 2024 The New York Clean Slate Act New York’s Clean Slate Act, effective November 16, 2024, establishes a framework for automatically sealing eligible conviction records. Alonzo Martinez, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024 Researchers claim that the outcome establishes a new global standard for this kind of solar cell technology and shows how perovskite–organic tandem cells may be used to produce solar energy solutions that are more effective. Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 6 Dec. 2024 Offering this kind of support early and consistently establishes trust and sets the tone for a mutually beneficial relationship. Philip Morris International, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024 Over time, this approach establishes you as a credible and proactive professional—someone who’s not simply reacting to change but preparing to thrive within it. Benjamin Laker, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024 In the email to USA TODAY, Everett said The Satanic Temple only establishes its programs and clubs in public school districts where a parent has expressed interest in its presence. Jonathan Limehouse, USA TODAY, 5 Dec. 2024 Business leaders should define who is responsible for data quality, how to measure it and the processes to maintain it; providing a robust data governance framework ensures accountability and establishes a structure for continual data quality improvement. Cristian Randieri, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for establishes
Verb
  • Carmichael’s relationship with the camera proves even slipperier—but there’s no denying his main-character syndrome is more than justified.
    Inkoo Kang, The New Yorker, 10 Dec. 2024
  • In fact there is countless evidence that proves that employers value workers who demonstrate these competencies in their everyday work, especially for companies who are focused on driving innovation and change.
    Rachel Wells, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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  • Other thoughtful gestures could include crafting handmade items, printing a photo that captures your bond or any action that demonstrates time and effort, Ward said.
    Julianna Bragg, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
  • This publicly demonstrates your ongoing commitment to accessibility, reflecting your organization's specific policies and the current status of accessibility efforts.
    Ran Ronen, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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  • My company grew from 40 to 120 team members amid uncertainty, which shows that focused teams can drive growth even in turbulent times.
    Nazar Gulyk, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • And research from The Collective shows that in the years leading up to 2024, women’s sports received, on average, 15% of total sports media coverage and 10% of sponsorship dollars.
    Maggie McGrath, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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  • The goal is to comply with the climate initiates of the Paris Agreement, an international treaty signed in 2015 to prevent climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2050.
    Jon McGowan, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
  • This protein initiates the activation of genes necessary for the creation of new sensory cells.
    Srishti Gupta, Interesting Engineering, 9 Dec. 2024
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  • In one demo, for example, a small business creates a spreadsheet with a list of local vendors as potential partners.
    Richard Nieva, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Winning the Free Shipping Game For Holiday Consumer willingness to increase cart size for free shipping creates a strategic opportunity for retailers to optimize threshold policies.
    Shelley E. Kohan, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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  • Each handoff introduces potential friction when a health plan relies on multiple partners—from dental providers to transportation services.
    Rajeev Ronanki, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
  • However, critics argue crypto doesn’t solve these problems and introduces others, including high environmental costs and challenges in regulation, which attract money launderers, criminals, and scammers.
    Bernard Marr, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • As Russia launches its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, primary schools across Russia’s hinterlands are transformed into recruitment stages for the war.
    Peter Debruge, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The 12 spot bitcoin ETFs in existence have collectively passed $100 billion in assets under management, one of the most successful ETF launches in history.
    Bob Pisani, CNBC, 10 Dec. 2024

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“Establishes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/establishes. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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