as in implementation
the doing of an action
the execution of this magic trick must be accomplished in one fluid motion
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Recent Examples of execution
The news of her 23-year-old son’s execution shocked and despaired the world.
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Romina Ruiz-Goiriena, USA Today, 4 Oct. 2025
At the same time, Stein strongly criticized the decision by GOP lawmakers to include a provision in the bill directing the state to adopt an alternative method of execution, in an attempt to restart the death penalty.
—Avi Bajpai, Charlotte Observer, 3 Oct. 2025
May Martinez, Slemmer's mother, supports Pike's execution.
—Evan Mealins, Nashville Tennessean, 3 Oct. 2025
Advertisement Get creative The second critical mindset shift is to view AI not merely as a tool for execution, but as a genuine thought partner—a collaborator that can help challenge assumptions, brainstorm novel solutions, and refine your own mental model.
—Marco Argenti, Time, 2 Oct. 2025
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Romina Ruiz-Goiriena, USA Today, 4 Oct. 2025
At the same time, Stein strongly criticized the decision by GOP lawmakers to include a provision in the bill directing the state to adopt an alternative method of execution, in an attempt to restart the death penalty.
—Avi Bajpai, Charlotte Observer, 3 Oct. 2025
May Martinez, Slemmer's mother, supports Pike's execution.
—Evan Mealins, Nashville Tennessean, 3 Oct. 2025
Advertisement Get creative The second critical mindset shift is to view AI not merely as a tool for execution, but as a genuine thought partner—a collaborator that can help challenge assumptions, brainstorm novel solutions, and refine your own mental model.
—Marco Argenti, Time, 2 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for execution
Noun
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Second, ensure the whole executive team fully buys into the idea and holds others accountable for implementation.—
Adam Gale,
Fortune,
9 Oct. 2025
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Trump reportedly may travel to Egypt as soon as Saturday to oversee implementation.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
9 Oct. 2025
Noun
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As the excitement mounts, lingering questions of purpose and fulfillment bubble to the surface, revealing the hidden costs of fame and the crossroads between love and ambition.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
6 Oct. 2025
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The most extraordinary things a woman can achieve are self-fulfilment and a strong sense of self-identity.—
Essence,
Essence,
6 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Increase recognition of problem behaviors that can lead to perpetration of behaviors.—
Elizabeth Howell,
Space.com,
27 Aug. 2025
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Hobart Police forwarded charges of murder and murder in perpetration of a robbery to the Lake County Prosecutor’s Office.—
Meredith Colias-Pete,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Aug. 2025
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Powerful performance and an excellent camera add value to this device, which has flagship-level features without the eye-watering price tag.—
Jade Chung-Lee,
PC Magazine,
8 Oct. 2025
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Over the past year and a half, you’re seen so much success from your debut album, Coachella performance, your XOXO tour and then your Lollapalooza performance.—
Carly Thomas,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Oct. 2025
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Aledo has one of the most impressive accomplishments in all of Texas high school football, or even in the entire nation.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 Oct. 2025
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Parents noted that while the building process is the most exciting part—sparking problem-solving, critical thinking, and a real sense of accomplishment—the finished toys are still fun to experiment with.—
Emily Glover,
Parents,
2 Oct. 2025
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“Execution.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/execution. Accessed 12 Oct. 2025.
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