the establishment
noun
: the part of a particular group that has power or control
His novels were disliked by the literary establishment.
the medical establishment
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Religion — Neutrality at risk The First Amendment bars the establishment of religion while protecting free exercise.
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Brielle Miller, Baltimore Sun, 9 Mar. 2026
Even low-maintenance plants require some maintenance, especially during the establishment phase.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 9 Mar. 2026
Xi went on to encourage their cultural exchange and announced the establishment of a Chinese School of Classical Studies in Athens.
—Chang Che, New Yorker, 8 Mar. 2026
Firefighters were late to respond, with Kenilworth officials arguing the establishment had no right to its water mains.
—Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 8 Mar. 2026
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Brielle Miller, Baltimore Sun, 9 Mar. 2026
Even low-maintenance plants require some maintenance, especially during the establishment phase.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 9 Mar. 2026
Xi went on to encourage their cultural exchange and announced the establishment of a Chinese School of Classical Studies in Athens.
—Chang Che, New Yorker, 8 Mar. 2026
Firefighters were late to respond, with Kenilworth officials arguing the establishment had no right to its water mains.
—Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 8 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for the establishment
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“The establishment.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20establishment. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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