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as in archive
a place where books, periodicals, and records are kept for use but not for sale
I went to the library to do some research for my report
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as in collection
an organized group of objects acquired and maintained for study, exhibition, or personal pleasure
a confirmed cineast with an impressive library of classic movies on DVD
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Recent Examples of library
Separately from the public market concept, the city, in partnership with the Greater Chicago Food Depository, recently opened a food pantry in a library in West Garfield Park.
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Talia Soglin, Chicago Tribune, 5 Feb. 2026
The library will host special events throughout the year, such as Ladies Tea, Bikers With Boxes and Christmas at the Library.
—Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 5 Feb. 2026
For Jeff Mueller, a Republican precinct chair who was also at the Fort Worth library on Election Day, said Wambsganss’ affiliation with Patriot Mobile wasn’t a concern to him but has been for other voters.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Feb. 2026
Several speakers talked about how some schools do not have the physical space for a library or a public library is already located within a school building and asked for lawmakers to provide guidance or funding in the absence of these partnerships.
—Marissa Payne, Des Moines Register, 5 Feb. 2026
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Talia Soglin, Chicago Tribune, 5 Feb. 2026
The library will host special events throughout the year, such as Ladies Tea, Bikers With Boxes and Christmas at the Library.
—Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 5 Feb. 2026
For Jeff Mueller, a Republican precinct chair who was also at the Fort Worth library on Election Day, said Wambsganss’ affiliation with Patriot Mobile wasn’t a concern to him but has been for other voters.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Feb. 2026
Several speakers talked about how some schools do not have the physical space for a library or a public library is already located within a school building and asked for lawmakers to provide guidance or funding in the absence of these partnerships.
—Marissa Payne, Des Moines Register, 5 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for library
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Sociologists routinely use computational methods, statistical analysis, interviews, archives and ethnography in their search for useful data.—
Wendy Nelson Espeland,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Feb. 2026
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In addition to the new footwear, Timberland just re-released two archive jackets; the Granite State Waterproof Rain Jacket ($270), originally released in 2000, and the Welch Mountain Leather Puffer ($1,000) from 1997.—
Riley Jones,
Footwear News,
3 Feb. 2026
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Last week, Moncler Grenoble unveiled its Fall 2026 collection in Aspen, Colorado, marking the first American ski destination show for the Italian brand.—
Kati Chitrakorn,
CNN Money,
4 Feb. 2026
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In December, the EPA approved a $315 million loan for the city of Fort Worth to upgrade wastewater collection and treatment under the Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act program.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
3 Feb. 2026
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“Library.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/library. Accessed 7 Feb. 2026.
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