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as in acquisition
something added to an existing supply
an exhibit of the museum's latest accessions
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as in access
the means or right of entering or participating in
joining the army was his emancipation from his family as well as his accession to adulthood
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Recent Examples of accession
King Charles, who ran it for over 50 years before his accession, left his mark on the estate by developing organic farming operations and sustainable communities like the town of Nansledan.
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Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 25 May 2026
The recordings, covering conversations between 2023 and 2025, appear to show Hungary coordinating positions with Moscow on issues including Ukraine’s EU accession.
—David Kirichenko, Forbes.com, 11 Apr. 2026
The narrative includes a historical account of Akbar’s father, Humayun, before embarking on a year-by-year account of Akbar’s rule, from his accession in 1556 to 1572, the 17th year of his rule.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Apr. 2026
The current ayatollah, Mojtaba Khamenei, has refrained from making public appearances since his accession following the killing of his father, the former Ayatollah Ali Khamanei, in an airstrike at the start of the war.
—Kevin Breuninger, CNBC, 1 Apr. 2026
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Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 25 May 2026
The recordings, covering conversations between 2023 and 2025, appear to show Hungary coordinating positions with Moscow on issues including Ukraine’s EU accession.
—David Kirichenko, Forbes.com, 11 Apr. 2026
The narrative includes a historical account of Akbar’s father, Humayun, before embarking on a year-by-year account of Akbar’s rule, from his accession in 1556 to 1572, the 17th year of his rule.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Apr. 2026
The current ayatollah, Mojtaba Khamenei, has refrained from making public appearances since his accession following the killing of his father, the former Ayatollah Ali Khamanei, in an airstrike at the start of the war.
—Kevin Breuninger, CNBC, 1 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accession
Noun
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But every potential acquisition is likely also getting attention from legacy CPG companies or venture capital and private equity firms.—
Amelia Lucas,Melissa Repko,
CNBC,
7 June 2026
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The league would weigh and analyze numerous factors, including land acquisition, environmental issues and public financing.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
6 June 2026
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The relationship also gives Azerbaijan access to a critical diplomatic resource, according to Joshua Kucera, a senior analyst for the Crisis Group, allowing Baku to utilize Israel’s lobby in Washington, DC.—
Tal Shalev,
CNN Money,
5 June 2026
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Your access will continue until the end of your current subscription after which the cancellation will take effect and no further charges will be made.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 June 2026
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The resort also has an ADA check-in counter, wheelchair-friendly entrance paths, and ADA seating at Jory.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Conditions at the cave entrance remain challenging, with the latest rainfall causing flash flooding.—
Kocha Olarn,
CNN Money,
1 June 2026
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As the past timeline catches up to the wedding chaos in the present on the six-episode HBO/BBC drama, Ruben (Gadd) makes a startling admission to Niall (Jamie Bell) during a prison visit.—
Nick Romano,
Entertainment Weekly,
29 May 2026
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Spend time walking around, snapping photos, or visiting the small interactive museum, ZOOOM, where a short 3D film flies viewers over the mountain range; admission is included in the ticket price.—
Lauren David,
Travel + Leisure,
29 May 2026
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There is a brevity and directness to Liden’s work that allows for easy entry.—
Erika Landström,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
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The pool and beach areas also have wheelchair-accessible entry points.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Delisle rushed them out the door, tapping her wristwatch.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 June 2026
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There’s a Louise Bourgeois in The Red Room; a water installation by Tadao Ando outside the front door; and Damien Hurst in the Hélène Darroze flagship restaurant.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 2026
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“Accession.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accession. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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