as in advertisement
a published statement informing the public of a matter of general interest
did you see the ads in the paper for cheap round-trip flights to Florida?
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Recent Examples of ad
However, Meta does have a stellar and reliable ad business.
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Paulina Likos,
CNBC,
26 June 2026
The obstacles in managing the loudness of ads are underscored when considering the dissatisfaction that remains among broadcast, cable, and satellite viewers.
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Scharon Harding,
ArsTechnica,
26 June 2026
Jackson made a statement that was later used against him in political ads during his first primary debate.
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Irene Wright,
USA Today,
26 June 2026
Georgia’s Future, the nonprofit associated with House Speaker Jon Burns, launched a digital ad framing the fight as Democrats voting to keep property tax bills high.
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Adam Beam,
AJC.com,
26 June 2026
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Paulina Likos,
CNBC,
26 June 2026
The obstacles in managing the loudness of ads are underscored when considering the dissatisfaction that remains among broadcast, cable, and satellite viewers.
—
Scharon Harding,
ArsTechnica,
26 June 2026
Jackson made a statement that was later used against him in political ads during his first primary debate.
—
Irene Wright,
USA Today,
26 June 2026
Georgia’s Future, the nonprofit associated with House Speaker Jon Burns, launched a digital ad framing the fight as Democrats voting to keep property tax bills high.
—
Adam Beam,
AJC.com,
26 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ad
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In congressional races across the country, a new crop of super PACs is taking to the air with millions of dollars worth of advertisements to sway voters.
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The result felt less like an advertisement and more like a heartfelt letter to future owners.
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The announcement signals a potential compromise in a standoff that had threatened to delay Bell’s confirmation and raised broader questions about governance at Florida’s flagship university.
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While the day was ceremonial as the Bills begin a new era in their new stadium, Kelly's announcement wasn't news anyone expected.
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“Ad.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ad. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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