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as in headquarters
a place from which authority is exercised
all applications had to be submitted at the county seat for proper processing
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as in bum
the part of the body upon which someone sits
fell down on his well-padded seat
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as in center
a thing or place that is of greatest importance to an activity or interest
a capital that is the seat of culture for the whole nation
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as in to induct
to put into an office or welcome into an organization with special ceremonies
one of the first appointments that he made after being seated as president of the state senate
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Recent Examples of seat
Mike Schneider, Orlando Sentinel, 20 Mar. 2025
Every frequent flier has been there: the seat that doesn’t tilt back, the screaming kids, the sprint between terminals for the connecting flight, and relief at baggage claim that your luggage actually made it.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 19 Mar. 2025
New Atlas, 17 Mar. 2025
The graying music mogul appeared in mostly good spirits throughout the 35-minute conference – grinning and waving to a small group of family and friends seated toward the back of the gallery ‒ although at other times, he could be seen shaking his head and whispering in his attorney's ear.
—Taijuan Moorman, USA TODAY, 15 Mar. 2025
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Noun
Because of Sampson’s size, the harness didn’t lock properly and he was ejected from his seat when the ride braked, authorities said.
—Mike Schneider, Orlando Sentinel, 20 Mar. 2025
Every frequent flier has been there: the seat that doesn’t tilt back, the screaming kids, the sprint between terminals for the connecting flight, and relief at baggage claim that your luggage actually made it.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 19 Mar. 2025
Verb
The passenger-side sofa comfortably seats several people and the worktop just across the aisle stretches the length of the sofa to give everyone space to place their laptop or paper notebook.
—New Atlas, 17 Mar. 2025
The graying music mogul appeared in mostly good spirits throughout the 35-minute conference – grinning and waving to a small group of family and friends seated toward the back of the gallery ‒ although at other times, he could be seen shaking his head and whispering in his attorney's ear.
—Taijuan Moorman, USA TODAY, 15 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for seat
Noun
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This was all done with a bum wrist, which posed as an inconvenience to him at times.—
Hannah Kirby,
Journal Sentinel,
4 Aug. 2024
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Tommy, left to prosecute the case against Rusty, has inherited a bum gig.—
Vinson Cunningham,
The New Yorker,
26 July 2024
Noun
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The defense is just as solid with its No. 7 efficiency ranking on KenPom thanks to senior center Mitchell Saxen, the WCC Defensive Player of the Year.—
The Athletic,
The Athletic,
21 Mar. 2025
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Michelangelo lived and studied there, and the current complex, across the Arno river from the historic center of Florence, still houses the wooden crucifix carved by the Renaissance master for its basilica.—
Barbie Latza Nadeau,
CNN,
21 Mar. 2025
Verb
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In some temples, a monk’s duty is to sit inside one of the main halls and wait until the laity comes to receive offerings and give blessings.—
Brooke Schedneck,
The Conversation,
27 Mar. 2025
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Fields and Tyrod Taylor’s presence would allow someone like Dart (or any rookie quarterback) to sit and develop for a year or two.—
Zack Rosenblatt,
New York Times,
27 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The event will be hosted by nine-time Grammy award-winning musician Sheryl Crow, who was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2023.—
William Earl,
Variety,
18 Mar. 2025
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The event will be hosted by 29-time Billboard Country Airplay chart-topper and Opry member Blake Shelton, who was inducted in 2010.—
Jessica Nicholson,
Billboard,
18 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The only violation had legs, a tail and left 16 pieces of rodent poop near the front counter, under dry storage shelves and the reach-in cooler.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
20 Mar. 2025
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Next, use the tip of the blade to cut down one side of the spine and finish by slicing through the skin at the tail.—
Li Goldstein,
Bon Appétit,
20 Mar. 2025
Noun
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This is particularly important in Lisbon which, as a hub for TAP Air Portugal, competes for connecting market share with Madrid in the Iberian peninsula, and more broadly across Europe.—
Kevin Rozario,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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One option is 45 minutes away at the major Delta Airlines hub Salt Lake City, home to major sports teams and plenty of venues, which has long played Sundance programming and has a lively film community.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
21 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Here’s how the ceasefire negotiations have played out so far: January 20: Trump is inaugurated as president of the United States.—
Antoinette Radford,
CNN Money,
26 Mar. 2025
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At the Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum in Ridgefield, Connecticut, a group show inaugurates the museum’s new sculpture garden, with works prompting questions about what gardens have been and can still be.—
Kelly Presutti,
ARTnews.com,
25 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Dry eye disease is a condition that can disrupt your daily life with symptoms like stinging, burning, redness or even tears that roll down your cheeks.—
Sandra Rose Salathe,
Flow Space,
30 Dec. 2024
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Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk On the Go Set Join the ranks of Meghan Markle, Amal Clooney, Emma Stone and other celebs who have worn this brand by snagging this travel set for the eyes, lips and cheeks.—
Shalwah Evans,
People.com,
28 Dec. 2024
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“Seat.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seat. Accessed 30 Mar. 2025.
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