1
as in institute
a public organization with a particular purpose or function
a charitable institution devoted to raising funds to feed the hungry
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2
as in fixture
a person who has long been associated with a place or activity
an actor who has been a Broadway institution for decades
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as in organization
a group of persons formally joined together for some common interest
an institution devoted to studying social problems and proposing solutions for them
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Recent Examples of institution
Federal funding exceeds the $2.4 billion distributed by Harvard’s endowment for the fiscal year ending in June 2024, which made up nearly 40% of the institution’s total operating revenue..
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Solcyré Burga, Time, 2 May 2025
From the ashes of World War II, President Harry Truman presided over the creation of global institutions that have defined the international order for the past 80 years.
—Greg Myre, NPR, 1 May 2025
According to research by Workday, 90% of respondents believe AI can boost transparency and accountability inside institutions.
—Federico Sendra, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025
More recently, stablecoins have become more appealing to institutions aiming to transfer value, particularly in dollars, across the globe more cheaply and efficiently outside the traditional financial system.
—Tanaya MacHeel, CNBC, 24 Apr. 2025
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Solcyré Burga, Time, 2 May 2025
From the ashes of World War II, President Harry Truman presided over the creation of global institutions that have defined the international order for the past 80 years.
—Greg Myre, NPR, 1 May 2025
According to research by Workday, 90% of respondents believe AI can boost transparency and accountability inside institutions.
—Federico Sendra, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025
More recently, stablecoins have become more appealing to institutions aiming to transfer value, particularly in dollars, across the globe more cheaply and efficiently outside the traditional financial system.
—Tanaya MacHeel, CNBC, 24 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for institution
Noun
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The group intimidates victims through swatting, or making fake calls to law enforcement, the institute said.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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In 1948, Lambert organized the inaugural gala to raise funds for the institute.—
Elizabeth Castaldo Lundén,
The Conversation,
1 May 2025
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So, looking at the slate of fixtures for Gameweek 36 — and considering the teams who have the most to play for — who are the players to target and who should be avoided?—
Holly Shand,
New York Times,
8 May 2025
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Airport staff dedicated hundreds of hours over the past year to retrofit nearly 200 light fixtures and overhaul lighting programming to meet strict criteria for responsible outdoor lighting.—
Valerie Stimac,
Forbes.com,
6 May 2025
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The American Chemistry Council, which represents industry, declined to comment on the study but told CNN via email that the organization’s High Phthalates Panel is dedicated to promoting the benefits of high phthalates such as DINP and DIDP.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
29 Apr. 2025
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The aim is to ensure that the correct priorities remain visible, resources are appropriately allocated and the organization maintains a steady rhythm.—
Ishita Mehta,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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In the footage, the man, identified as Teodoro Dominguez-Rodriguez, is led by a group of plainclothes men who refused to show ID or a warrant to his attorneys.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2025
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The Athletic spots a group of three who are not wearing club colours.—
Rob Tanner,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2025
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Talitha Frazier, Gonzalez’s sister-in-law, told WTNH that the fight was more proof that Smith was unhinged and a threat to society.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
3 May 2025
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So there’s this strength in the society, which is really inspiring and powerful and devastating as well.—
Isaac Chotiner,
New Yorker,
2 May 2025
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The foundation claimed Mexico was unlikely to change its stance when Sheinbaum was elected despite the escalating threat from cartels.—
Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
4 May 2025
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And the foundation was good, and Ray had to expand on it and had to work hard.—
Dom Amore,
Hartford Courant,
3 May 2025
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In 1955, the San Diego Public Library took over much of the La Jolla collection while leaving the association with its music and arts materials, at which time the association adopted the name Athenaeum Music & Arts Library.—
Michael Williams,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 May 2025
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The Edgar Awards announced the 2025 winners on May 1 The awards honor the best in mystery fiction, nonfiction and television The association also gave out a selection of special awards at the ceremony The winners of the 2025 Edgar Allan Poe Awards are here!—
Brenton Blanchet,
People.com,
2 May 2025
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All Americans must take care not to turn the First Amendment’s ban on establishment of religion from becoming a license to discriminate against religion.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
1 May 2025
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State Attorney General Gentner Drummond filed suit to block the move, arguing that the decision violated both state and federal constitutional prohibitions against government establishment of religion.—
Jenna Sundel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 May 2025
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“Institution.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/institution. Accessed 13 May. 2025.
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