chapters

Definition of chaptersnext
plural of chapter
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as in affiliates
a local unit of an organization our chapter was well represented at the Jaycees' national convention

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as in stages
an individual part of a process, series, or ranking a horror movie that marks a new chapter in vicarious sadism

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Recent Examples of chapters This property’s history represents a rare lineage of design across two distinct chapters. Jerald “coop” Cooper, Los Angeles Times, 13 Apr. 2026 When writing the chapters of DU’s dominance, there must be breathless paragraphs about their resilience and toughness. Troy Renck, Denver Post, 13 Apr. 2026 Faith leaders at Sunday's ceremony emphasized both grief and resilience, noting that Yom HaShoah is also known as Holocaust and Heroes Remembrance Day, recognizing those who resisted and saved lives during one of history's darkest chapters. Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 12 Apr. 2026 His story is told in alternate chapters, giving a vivid sense of the high price POWs paid for their service to our country and the consequences of never speaking about those experiences. Mary Ann Grossmann, Twin Cities, 12 Apr. 2026 Group chat participants included then-leaders in the College Republicans and Turning Point USA chapters on campus and then Miami-Dade County GOP secretary. Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 11 Apr. 2026 Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sued both organizations, along with CAIR’s chapters in Austin, Houston and Dallas-Fort Worth, in February. Brieanna J. Frank, USA Today, 11 Apr. 2026 Meanwhile, the Arizona State Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) began in 1901, and has 43 different chapters across the state, according to their website. Lexi Lane, PEOPLE, 11 Apr. 2026 The Lost Man isn’t the only one who assumes control of the film’s narrative, which is divided into three chapters, each centered on a different figure. Justin Chang, New Yorker, 10 Apr. 2026
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  • All opinions expressed by the CNBC Pro contributors are solely their opinions and do not reflect the opinions of CNBC, or its parent company or affiliates, and may have been previously disseminated by them on television, radio, internet or another medium.
    Jeff Kilburg, CNBC, 10 Apr. 2026
  • The Nation’s members and affiliates through the years have included some of the most influential artists in rap history.
    Tom Tapp, Deadline, 9 Apr. 2026
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  • During the early stages of the eclipse, the astronauts had to don special glasses (much like the ones worn by people on Earth to view solar eclipses) to protect their eyes until the sun’s light was fully blocked by the moon.
    Denise Chow, NBC news, 11 Apr. 2026
  • Born in London on May 22, 1938, Nolan built his foundation in theater, training at the Drama Centre London before launching a career that would take him across some of Britain’s most respected stages.
    Kennedy French, Variety, 11 Apr. 2026
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  • The attorney also described freezing cells and piles of trash.
    Riley Moser, CBS News, 12 Apr. 2026
  • Dust mites, dead skin cells, sweat buildup and allergens accumulate over months, affecting your sleep quality and potentially triggering sneezing and congestion.
    Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 11 Apr. 2026
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  • There's currently no estimate of how much all the improvements will cost, but the city received a $5 million grant to proceed with the planning and design phases.
    James Taylor, CBS News, 16 Apr. 2026
  • While seated on their hands, cabin crew also conduct a silent review, or go over a mental checklist of key safety elements that might be needed during critical flight phases, according to Ocampo.
    Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Apr. 2026
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  • Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Friday Ukraine is ready to mirror any ceasefire steps, having earlier proposed to Russia a pause in attacks on each other’s energy infrastructure over the Orthodox Easter holiday.
    ABC News, ABC News, 11 Apr. 2026
  • While 10,000 steps has long been promoted as a daily goal, studies have shown that many health benefits—especially for older adults—can occur at lower step counts.
    MD Published, Verywell Health, 11 Apr. 2026
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  • Bedard notched two assists, ending his year with career highs in goals (30), assists (45) and points (75).
    Kalen Lumpkins, Chicago Tribune, 16 Apr. 2026
  • Mediators are pushing for a compromise on three main sticking points that derailed direct talks last weekend — Iran’s nuclear program, the Strait of Hormuz and compensation for wartime damages, according to a regional official involved in the mediation efforts.
    ABC News, ABC News, 16 Apr. 2026
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  • Travel In Style What to pack, where to shop, and all the chic places to eat, stay, and explore in the world's most fashionable destinations.
    InStyle, InStyle, 10 Apr. 2026
  • See below for a full list of their gear with options for the best and cheapest places to buy them.
    Jase Parnell-Brookes, Space.com, 10 Apr. 2026

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“Chapters.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chapters. Accessed 16 Apr. 2026.

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