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as in attack
a sudden experiencing of a physical or mental disorder
a sudden access of hay fever was making him feel miserable
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2
as in entrance
the means or right of entering or participating in
in the evening the only access to the building is through the side door
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as in to enter
to go or come in or into
could not access the bank vault because the lock was controlled by a timer
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Recent Examples of access
Joel Feder, The Drive, 19 Mar. 2026
One of the seven emirates of the United Arab Emirates along with Abu Dhabi, Fujairah is strategically located on the Gulf of Oman, outside the Strait of Hormuz, with direct access to the Indian Ocean.
—Kristian Coates Ulrichsen, The Conversation, 19 Mar. 2026
Suzy Khimm, NBC news, 19 Mar. 2026
Aura emphasizes that the hacker accessed only marketing lists.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 19 Mar. 2026
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Noun
Powered by The Drive’s inside access, the show takes you through our original reporting, shares our exclusive insights, and expands on those stories in ways that aren’t possible with just one article.
—Joel Feder, The Drive, 19 Mar. 2026
One of the seven emirates of the United Arab Emirates along with Abu Dhabi, Fujairah is strategically located on the Gulf of Oman, outside the Strait of Hormuz, with direct access to the Indian Ocean.
—Kristian Coates Ulrichsen, The Conversation, 19 Mar. 2026
Verb
Kalshi pointed to optional features like face ID that can help prevent children and others from accessing users’ accounts.
—Suzy Khimm, NBC news, 19 Mar. 2026
Aura emphasizes that the hacker accessed only marketing lists.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 19 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for access
Noun
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Ukraine has launched drone attacks at Russia, although on a smaller scale.—
Cybele Mayes-Osterman,
USA Today,
21 Mar. 2026
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The Navy plans to up its production rate to around 2 attack submarines and 1 nuclear submarine a year.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Snag a map at the entrance and explore at your own pace.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Mar. 2026
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The guesthouse, accessible internally or via a separate entrance, includes its own living space with a fireplace and wet bar/kitchenette, bedrooms, and two potential bathrooms, with shared access to a bath, along with a two-car garage with EV charging.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
23 Mar. 2026
Verb
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With Luna entering your dreamy 12th house, your mind could use the rest.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Mar. 2026
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Shadow of the Titan China’s new submersible enters a specialized market currently led by Western brands like Triton and U-Boat Worx, which have operated at these depths for years.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
23 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Fast running also works your anaerobic system, which is what fuels your body during intense bouts of exercise.—
Jenny McCoy,
SELF,
20 Mar. 2026
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In the second bout of the day, Hyper Misao rode into the arena on a bike wearing green tights, a cape and an eye mask.—
Caleb Yum,
Austin American Statesman,
19 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Each of the car’s doors were open, and investigators found what appeared to be counterfeit bills on the ground.—
Caroline Zimmerman,
Kansas City Star,
25 Mar. 2026
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The video shows the small, wheeled robot designed to bring takeout to your door brought a mess instead.—
Charlie De Mar,
CBS News,
24 Mar. 2026
Verb
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One of those models is also equipped with a turret that can extend 65 feet (20 meters) to penetrate inside an aircraft and discharge firefighting chemicals.—
Jake Offenhartz,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Mar. 2026
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Wood floors with surface finishes stand up better to more aggressive cleaning and water, while penetrating finishes require a lighter touch and minimal moisture.—
Dan Simms,
USA Today,
23 Mar. 2026
Noun
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There have been several large drug seizures in Puerto Rico in the last few months alone.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
23 Mar. 2026
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From 2022 to 2024, Mexican authorities greatly increased the seizure of these vehicles and the detention of migrants traveling inside them.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
23 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The fact that Sweden and Finland joined the alliance as a direct result of the full-scale invasion is a clear failure of that aim, Finland’s accession alone more than doubling the land border between Russia and NATO states.—
Matthew Chance,
CNN Money,
21 Feb. 2026
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Khondji framed Marty’s accession with kinetic energy.—
Daron James,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2026
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“Access.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/access. Accessed 26 Mar. 2026.
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