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as in chronologies
a relating of events usually in the order in which they happened
newspaper reporters must strive to provide an accurate account of what happened
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2
as in versions
a presentation of an artistic work (as a piece of music) from a particular point of view
the pianist gave an account of the sonata that revealed a very mature understanding of the work
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3
as in statements
a record of goods sold or services performed together with the costs due
please add this meal to my restaurant account
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4
as in funds
a sum of money set aside for a particular purpose
after paying the tuition, there was still money left for books in her special account for college expenses
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5
as in considerations
a careful weighing of the reasons for or against something
take into account the potential problems that come with keeping a horse
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6
as in regards
a feeling of great approval and liking
held her grandmother, a pioneer in aviation, in high account
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7
as in clients
a person who buys a product or uses a service from a business
the company sends out holiday cards to all its accounts
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8
as in explanations
a statement given to explain a belief or act
he could offer no credible account for why he had been absent from work for two hours
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as in reasons
something (as a belief) that serves as the basis for another thing
for that account alone you should agree that the system needs overhauling
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Recent Examples of accounts
Michael Cox, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2025
In the days since his death, Kirk’s accounts across the internet have gained millions of followers, according to data compiled by CNN.
—Dalia Faheid, CNN Money, 14 Sep. 2025
As of January 2025, just short of half the population had social media accounts.
—Nir Kshetri, The Conversation, 14 Sep. 2025
The campaigns show how social media posts or personal messages — even by accounts with few followers or from people who are not public figures — could easily be surfaced and publicized, and people’s personal information can be spread across the internet at a time when doxxing is easier than ever.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 13 Sep. 2025
TikTok said that teen accounts cannot access graphic or potentially distressing content, even when the videos are tied to major news events.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 13 Sep. 2025
By all accounts, Mandelson had made a success of his role as ambassador.
—Helen Lewis, The Atlantic, 13 Sep. 2025
All LinkedIn Premium accounts include LinkedIn Learning.
—Jill Duffy, PC Magazine, 12 Sep. 2025
Don't use your child's name or personally identifiable information in your passwords or the same password for multiple accounts.
—Susan Tompor, USA Today, 7 Sep. 2025
Virginia La Torre Jeker, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Under Capri’s ownership, Colman and Choi have worked closely to build momentum at Jimmy Choo, dressing celebrities on- and off-screen; adding variety to the footwear mix, and building up the handbag category, which now accounts for a large part of sales.
—Wwd Staff, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2025
Diarrhea accounts for about 1 in 10 deaths among children under 5 in low-income countries.
—Michal Ruprecht, NPR, 8 Sep. 2025
The coordinated expansion of these brain regions accounts for much of the variation in brain size across primate species.
—Pranjal Malewar, New Atlas, 7 Sep. 2025
The industry, however, accounts for only 15% of overall US employment, BLS data shows.
—Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 6 Sep. 2025
For women, declining individual union membership doesn’t increase wage inequality, but the link between union strength and nonunion wages accounts for a fifth of the rise in inequality.
—Laura Clawson, JSTOR Daily, 1 Sep. 2025
That accounts for roughly 4,500 personnel, including over 2,000 Marines, to waters near Venezuela in an attempt to target drug cartels.
—Suzanne Blake
john Feng
gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Sep. 2025
Stormwater runoff alone accounts for nearly 80% of the pollution in the lakes, carrying fertilizers, chemicals and trash that threaten aquatic life and water safety.
—Chicago Tribune, 30 Aug. 2025
Noun
But West Germany were closer to the Netherlands than many contemporary accounts would suggest, both in style and and ability.
—Michael Cox, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2025
In the days since his death, Kirk’s accounts across the internet have gained millions of followers, according to data compiled by CNN.
—Dalia Faheid, CNN Money, 14 Sep. 2025
As of January 2025, just short of half the population had social media accounts.
—Nir Kshetri, The Conversation, 14 Sep. 2025
The campaigns show how social media posts or personal messages — even by accounts with few followers or from people who are not public figures — could easily be surfaced and publicized, and people’s personal information can be spread across the internet at a time when doxxing is easier than ever.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 13 Sep. 2025
TikTok said that teen accounts cannot access graphic or potentially distressing content, even when the videos are tied to major news events.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 13 Sep. 2025
By all accounts, Mandelson had made a success of his role as ambassador.
—Helen Lewis, The Atlantic, 13 Sep. 2025
All LinkedIn Premium accounts include LinkedIn Learning.
—Jill Duffy, PC Magazine, 12 Sep. 2025
Don't use your child's name or personally identifiable information in your passwords or the same password for multiple accounts.
—Susan Tompor, USA Today, 7 Sep. 2025
Verb
For applicants, this begins with ensuring current compliance by filing all required returns, paying any outstanding liabilities, and meeting foreign asset and accounts information reporting obligations.
—Virginia La Torre Jeker, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Under Capri’s ownership, Colman and Choi have worked closely to build momentum at Jimmy Choo, dressing celebrities on- and off-screen; adding variety to the footwear mix, and building up the handbag category, which now accounts for a large part of sales.
—Wwd Staff, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2025
Diarrhea accounts for about 1 in 10 deaths among children under 5 in low-income countries.
—Michal Ruprecht, NPR, 8 Sep. 2025
The coordinated expansion of these brain regions accounts for much of the variation in brain size across primate species.
—Pranjal Malewar, New Atlas, 7 Sep. 2025
The industry, however, accounts for only 15% of overall US employment, BLS data shows.
—Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 6 Sep. 2025
For women, declining individual union membership doesn’t increase wage inequality, but the link between union strength and nonunion wages accounts for a fifth of the rise in inequality.
—Laura Clawson, JSTOR Daily, 1 Sep. 2025
That accounts for roughly 4,500 personnel, including over 2,000 Marines, to waters near Venezuela in an attempt to target drug cartels.
—Suzanne Blake
john Feng
gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Sep. 2025
Stormwater runoff alone accounts for nearly 80% of the pollution in the lakes, carrying fertilizers, chemicals and trash that threaten aquatic life and water safety.
—Chicago Tribune, 30 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accounts
Noun
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The project features two versions of the title track, which Lanza co-produced with Pearson Sound’s David Kennedy.—
Walden Green,
Pitchfork,
10 Sep. 2025
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Pricier Microsoft 365 Business plans (starting at $6 per user per month, billed annually) include Teams Essential, along with various other Microsoft apps (such as the desktop versions of Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Word at higher levels).—
John Brandon,
PC Magazine,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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New record highs reached for average 401(k) balances On average, many savers didn't need to dread taking a peek at their 401(k) statements as of late June.—
Susan Tompor,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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Soliman’s legal team filed statements from all three balking at how DHS had cherry-picked their research.—
Hannah Allam,
ProPublica,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Providing both a blueprint for success and supplemental funds to other racing venues within the state, the piece of property within rock-throwing distance of the Tennessee state line has helped initiate a renaissance.—
Danny Brewer,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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Those tactics are also used to generate funds meant to help the regime subvert international sanctions and develop its nuclear weapons programs, according to the US government.—
Nino Paoli,
Fortune,
14 Sep. 2025
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But once it’s been sourced, there are a ton of considerations and intricacies before it can actually be used.—
Forbes.com,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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This momentum persisted into 2025, with net acquisitions of 10 tonnes in July alone, driven by diversification strategies and geopolitical considerations.—
Michael Khouw,
CNBC,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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No guarantees are made with regards to results or financial gain.—
Stephanie Kuzydym,
Louisville Courier Journal,
11 Sep. 2025
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In both studies, those with chronic pain scored significantly lower in regards to self-compassion than their pain-free peers.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Proctor also investigated the Walshe case and other criminal cases in Norfolk County and those defense attorneys are fighting to get information from Proctor’s phone backup archives that could exonerate their clients.—
Flint McColgan,
Boston Herald,
13 Sep. 2025
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Held at Record Room in Long Island City on Thursday, September 11, 2025, the evening brought together clients, creators, and community members for a night filled with music, drinks, and celebration.—
Corein Carter,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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Checking the boxes Rings and moons aren't the only potential explanations for blockages seen during occultations.—
Nola Taylor Tillman,
Space.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Other more mundane explanations of disappearances include weather, such as rogue waves, human error and more.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Trump claimed without evidence that McEntarfer had manipulated statistics for political reasons.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
11 Sep. 2025
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Housing is one of the reasons anyone in tech will tell you that the industry is thriving in California largely in spite of regulations, not because of them.—
Reed Albergotti,
semafor.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Accounts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accounts. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.
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