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as in promoting
to free from obstruction or difficulty
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Recent Examples of facilitating
Aytekin Tank, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026
That very same example suggests that there is still cultural work to do in facilitating life transition.
—Literary Hub, 18 June 2026
The Navy proved capable of facilitating the movement of a limited number of tankers, including through the use of offshore oil transfer techniques adapted from the Iranian and Russian shadow fleets, according to a nice Reuters scoop.
—Tim McDonnell, semafor.com, 16 June 2026
The country has also reduced bureaucracy for foreign productions, with the RFC facilitating rapid paperwork processing and necessary permits.
—Ed Meza, Variety, 15 June 2026
Our team is looking forward to facilitating a dynamic cohort of emerging filmmakers and connecting them with the tools needed to build a solid foundation for their careers in this coming year and beyond.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 15 June 2026
One of the mayor’s primary responsibilities is facilitating meetings and maintaining decorum.
—Charlotte Observer, 15 June 2026
Multiple figures within the sport have alleged, under oath, that members of FIFA accepted bribes in exchange for giving the World Cup to Qatar, a nation that has also been accused of facilitating human rights abuses of the migrant workers who built the country’s stadiums.
—Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 13 June 2026
In December 2025, the US Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York charged Guerrero Flores with ordering, directing, and facilitating acts of terrorism within the United States.
—Uriel Blanco, CNN Money, 13 June 2026
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Finally, organize your physical workspace daily to reduce stress and cognitive overload, facilitating a smoother transition to personal life.
—Aytekin Tank, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026
That very same example suggests that there is still cultural work to do in facilitating life transition.
—Literary Hub, 18 June 2026
The Navy proved capable of facilitating the movement of a limited number of tankers, including through the use of offshore oil transfer techniques adapted from the Iranian and Russian shadow fleets, according to a nice Reuters scoop.
—Tim McDonnell, semafor.com, 16 June 2026
The country has also reduced bureaucracy for foreign productions, with the RFC facilitating rapid paperwork processing and necessary permits.
—Ed Meza, Variety, 15 June 2026
Our team is looking forward to facilitating a dynamic cohort of emerging filmmakers and connecting them with the tools needed to build a solid foundation for their careers in this coming year and beyond.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 15 June 2026
One of the mayor’s primary responsibilities is facilitating meetings and maintaining decorum.
—Charlotte Observer, 15 June 2026
Multiple figures within the sport have alleged, under oath, that members of FIFA accepted bribes in exchange for giving the World Cup to Qatar, a nation that has also been accused of facilitating human rights abuses of the migrant workers who built the country’s stadiums.
—Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 13 June 2026
In December 2025, the US Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York charged Guerrero Flores with ordering, directing, and facilitating acts of terrorism within the United States.
—Uriel Blanco, CNN Money, 13 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for facilitating
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Tom Holland and Zendaya made promoting their new movie look like a casual date moment.—
Angeline Jane Bernabe,
ABC News,
15 June 2026
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The push is being led by tech giant Huawei through the Ultra HD Video Alliance, which is promoting its own HDR Vivid standard as an alternative to the Digital Cinema Initiatives certification framework that has governed cinema projection globally for decades.—
Marcus Lim,
Variety,
15 June 2026
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Australia is accelerating efforts to protect frontline troops from the growing threat of small drones, awarding a contract to defense technology firm OpenWorks under the Australian Defence Force’s Land 156 counter-drone program.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
18 June 2026
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ReelShort is accelerating its Southeast Asia expansion with a new strategic partnership with Philippine telecommunications giant Globe, even as founder and CEO Joey Jia says the future of the company extends far beyond microdramas.—
Lin Ying-Hsuan,
Variety,
18 June 2026
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For more than 75 years, a strong partnership between universities and the federal government has made this leadership possible—fueling innovation, strengthening our economy and improving the human condition.—
Rachel Nuwer,
Scientific American,
16 June 2026
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The foundation aims to find new ways to expand today’s tent of philanthropists dedicated to improving their surrounding areas.—
James Pollard,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
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Exercise improves mental health by triggering mood-boosting brain chemicals, easing tension, improving sleep and sharpening focus, according to the Anxiety & Depression Association of America.—
Samantha Agate,
Sacbee.com,
13 June 2026
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But the Street will look for any changes to the statement that could remove any easing language, as the central bank appeared close to doing so at the April meeting when inflation started going higher.—
Sarah Min,
CNBC,
12 June 2026
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In a world flooded with competing narratives, the most powerful storytellers are not simply simplifying ideas.—
Marc Adelman,
HollywoodReporter,
16 June 2026
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Its arms and legs are also designed symmetrically, simplifying both control and simulation.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
15 June 2026
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Ferndale police say the Oakland County Sheriff's Office is assisting in their investigation.—
DeJanay Booth-Singleton,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
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Potential applications include assisting visitors with information, providing companionship, supporting learning activities, and helping organizations deliver more engaging customer experiences.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
18 June 2026
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As a wellness enthusiast who has seen Paris slowly catch up to cities like London in cutting-edge treatments, I was impressed by the Kobi-Dior offering, a luxurious take on the centuries-old Japanese wrinkle-smoothing facial.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
12 June 2026
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This thong offers minimal coverage while offering the benefit of smoothing your lower stomach.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
11 June 2026
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“Facilitating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/facilitating. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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