as in assignment
the act of assigning someone to a suitable place (such as a job or class)
Several of our students qualified for placement in the art program.
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Recent Examples of placement
Scheffler was flummoxed by the pin placement on No. 11 during Thursday’s round.
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Bennett Conlin, Baltimore Sun, 17 Aug. 2025
Although an asymmetrical placement with a single table on one side can add movement and intrigue for a more dynamic look.
—Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Aug. 2025
The industry evolved by creating tools that complemented streaming algorithms instead of fighting them, helping artists understand their audiences instead of just praying for a decent playlist placement.
—Jessica Yellin, The Atlantic, 13 Aug. 2025
At times, Fields has struggled with accuracy and ball placement.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 13 Aug. 2025
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Bennett Conlin, Baltimore Sun, 17 Aug. 2025
Although an asymmetrical placement with a single table on one side can add movement and intrigue for a more dynamic look.
—Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Aug. 2025
The industry evolved by creating tools that complemented streaming algorithms instead of fighting them, helping artists understand their audiences instead of just praying for a decent playlist placement.
—Jessica Yellin, The Atlantic, 13 Aug. 2025
At times, Fields has struggled with accuracy and ball placement.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 13 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for placement
Noun
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Members of the Padres rotation make a point of watching that day’s starter warm up and a bulk assignment for Vásquez wasn’t going to change that.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Aug. 2025
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The Chicago Tribune maintains editorial control over assignments and content.—
Hannah Edgar,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Aug. 2025
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Rainbow snakes primarily feed on American eels, a prey species that has also declined in Florida waters, according to the wildlife commission.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
20 Aug. 2025
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In 2010, the three commissioners were chosen alongside eleven others across the political spectrum to serve on the redistricting commission.—
Kate Wolffe,
Sacbee.com,
19 Aug. 2025
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Come election day, Haashiim opted not to have a party or even a pot-luck to watch the results flow in.—
Neal Rubin,
Freep.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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What makes a local election issue big enough for voters to drive incumbents out of office?—
Joanna Allhands,
AZCentral.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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“Placement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/placement. Accessed 27 Aug. 2025.
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