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as in depot
a regular stopping place
the historic house was once a station on the Underground Railroad, the network that helped slaves reach freedom in the North
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as in level
the placement of someone or something in relation to others in a vertical arrangement
in colonial America, women occupied the lowest station in society and were not allowed to take part in public life
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Recent Examples of station
Jessica Hill, Los Angeles Times, 8 Feb. 2026
While authorities have released few details on the fatal incident, an affidavit obtained by Chattanooga station WTVC reveals the victim was found with an apparent stab wound to her stomach, severe bruising on her body and what appeared to be a bite mark on her shoulder.
—Jami Ganz, Mercury News, 8 Feb. 2026
Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 6 Feb. 2026
The astronauts are due to be stationed at the orbital laboratory for nine months, according to NASA.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 6 Feb. 2026
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Noun
The Teslas can be hailed by website or accessed at stations.
—Jessica Hill, Los Angeles Times, 8 Feb. 2026
While authorities have released few details on the fatal incident, an affidavit obtained by Chattanooga station WTVC reveals the victim was found with an apparent stab wound to her stomach, severe bruising on her body and what appeared to be a bite mark on her shoulder.
—Jami Ganz, Mercury News, 8 Feb. 2026
Verb
At the club, Davenport liked to station himself near the first tee, talking to members, arranging their golf games and remembering who golfers liked (and didn’t like) to play with.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 6 Feb. 2026
The astronauts are due to be stationed at the orbital laboratory for nine months, according to NASA.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 6 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for station
Noun
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The tech driving my first clumsy steps included a six-axis inertial measurement unit (IMU) and GPS sensors monitoring each ski’s position and the weight and angle of my heel.—
Kendall Hunter,
Outside,
14 Feb. 2026
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Commissioners can improve cooperation by involving local governments earlier, being clear about constraints and listening before positions harden.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
14 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The bus depot is two stories beneath the train platform and several blocks from the closest stairway.—
DP Opinion,
Denver Post,
10 Feb. 2026
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The hotel offers an on-site ski depot and a private ski lounge at Kronplatz near the cable car station, plus a house car to transport guests to and from the resort.—
Jenn Rice,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Based on his experience covering fugitive cases, Winfrey said crimes involving that level of awareness are often not random.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
11 Feb. 2026
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The research team focused on solving this problem at the hardware level rather than relying only on software improvements.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The Hollywood Reporter hears that some agents at his management firm are still advising clients to take to social media about the issue, which has seen more than 20-plus artists post their stance on the company’s founder.—
Erik Hayden,
HollywoodReporter,
13 Feb. 2026
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So far, Wall Street and shoppers appear to be rewarding that stance.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
13 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Inside that cube, researchers placed 32,768 points along every single edge.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Feb. 2026
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Bangladesh is the world’s second-largest apparel exporter and the ninth most climate-vulnerable country globally, placing it at the center of the fashion industry’s climate and labor challenges.—
Mayu Saini,
Sourcing Journal,
10 Feb. 2026
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Servers dress in special attire for holidays and for many patrons, the gift shop is worth the stop.—
USA TODAY NETWORK,
USA Today,
11 Feb. 2026
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Pannakara's peace talks, given at stops along the way, have urged listeners to put down their phones and find peace within themselves.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
11 Feb. 2026
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The Jets’ ranking fell from 21st in 2023 to 29th in 2024.—
Antwan Staley,
New York Daily News,
13 Feb. 2026
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The highest ranking of those, Hepp, was accused of not ensuring staff members were properly trained on the prison's policies and procedures – including documenting when a resident's water is turned off and meals are missed.—
Kelli Arseneau,
jsonline.com,
12 Feb. 2026
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The Washington Post, with its rapid pivot toward a Trump-curious editorial posture, seemed to be a case in point.—
Ben Smith,
semafor.com,
9 Feb. 2026
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Support your posture by focusing on the chest and strengthening the upper back to help counteract the hunched posture from feeding, picking up, and carrying a baby.—
Hannah Silverman,
Parents,
8 Feb. 2026
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“Station.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/station. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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