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fixture

noun

ˈfiks-chər

Definition of fixture

as in institution

a person who has long been associated with a place or activity has been a fixture in the Republican Party for the last 30 years

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Recent Examples of fixture Now, GLP-1s—originally created to help manage blood sugar levels for people with type 2 diabetes—have become a fixture of millions of Americans’ lives. — Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 7 Aug. 2026 In 2026, buyers are savvier than ever, looking beyond fresh paint and pretty fixtures to each home’s core systems. — Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 7 Aug. 2026 Ever since then he’s been feeding the mole sourdough-style, in the manner made famous by Enrique Olvera at his Mexico City fixture Pujol. — Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 6 Aug. 2026 New light fixtures hang throughout the space, where prints from Ryan Allen and custom art from Audra Harman decorate the walls. — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 6 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for fixture

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In every other high-stakes industry, independent institutions exist precisely so that public safety doesn’t depend on voluntary transparency.

— Andrew Freedman, Fortune, 8 Aug. 2026
The company also is being asked to provide free broadband and Wi-Fi service for about 50 eligible institutions, including schools, libraries and community centers for several years.

— Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 8 Aug. 2026

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And nobody does elevated loungewear like comfort queen and fashion icon Martha Stewart.

— Cheryl Wagemann, InStyle, 7 Aug. 2026
Perhaps the biggest name on the 2026 bill is R&B icon Patti LaBelle, but there are many A-List acts on hand – Trombone Shorty, Afro-Cuban All Stars, Gretchen Parlato, Cyrus Chestnut, Bria Skonberg, Marcus Shelby, and more.

— Randy McMullen, Mercury News, 6 Aug. 2026

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