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a published statement informing the public of a matter of general interest
an announcement was in today's paper regarding the merger of the two banks
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Recent Examples of announcements
Analysts pointed out that investors may have also been frustrated by AMD's lack of new customer announcements.
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Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 4 Feb. 2026
So far, the cancellations haven’t resulted in any announcements about make-up days.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 4 Feb. 2026
Here is a picture of the likely extent of the purges across the military forces, based on a New York Times analysis of Chinese state media reports and official announcements.
—New York Times, 3 Feb. 2026
Trump routinely makes policy announcements via social media.
—Donald Moynihan, The Atlantic, 3 Feb. 2026
Government announcements about closing notorious detention centers such as El Helicoide and La Tumba have been framed as symbolic breaks with the past.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 3 Feb. 2026
The flurry of layoff announcements comes as economists try to get a read on how AI will reshape America's workforce — a fast-moving target given the explosion in AI usage across the economy.
—Mary Cunningham, CBS News, 3 Feb. 2026
In 2026, the opportunity is to move decisively from intent to execution, from announcements to on-ground impact.
—Vaishali Nigam Sinha, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
But the dueling announcements appear to put to rest — for now — two prominently discussed stadium locations in Kansas and Missouri as the team weighs its future home after its lease expires in 2031.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 28 Jan. 2026
Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 4 Feb. 2026
So far, the cancellations haven’t resulted in any announcements about make-up days.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 4 Feb. 2026
Here is a picture of the likely extent of the purges across the military forces, based on a New York Times analysis of Chinese state media reports and official announcements.
—New York Times, 3 Feb. 2026
Trump routinely makes policy announcements via social media.
—Donald Moynihan, The Atlantic, 3 Feb. 2026
Government announcements about closing notorious detention centers such as El Helicoide and La Tumba have been framed as symbolic breaks with the past.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 3 Feb. 2026
The flurry of layoff announcements comes as economists try to get a read on how AI will reshape America's workforce — a fast-moving target given the explosion in AI usage across the economy.
—Mary Cunningham, CBS News, 3 Feb. 2026
In 2026, the opportunity is to move decisively from intent to execution, from announcements to on-ground impact.
—Vaishali Nigam Sinha, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
But the dueling announcements appear to put to rest — for now — two prominently discussed stadium locations in Kansas and Missouri as the team weighs its future home after its lease expires in 2031.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 28 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for announcements
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The remains of a brothel sit opposite the library, and a nearby carving on a paving stone on Curetes Street is believed to be one of the world’s earliest advertisements.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
9 Feb. 2026
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And, during the game, viewers are more likely to keep their eyes on the advertisements between game play — huge in the era of multiple digital devices.—
Brian Womack,
Dallas Morning News,
6 Feb. 2026
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During the summer of 2025, Trump’s allies launched MAGA KY, a PAC that has spent millions of dollars on ads attacking Massie in recent months.—
Caroline Neal,
Louisville Courier Journal,
6 Feb. 2026
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A lot of people will also be watching a lot of television ads too.—
Ben Smith,
semafor.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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Dunbar and Shakespeare formed their own label, Taxi Records, in 1980, which was home to releases from the pair (Gamblers Choice, A Dub Experience, Electro Reggae), as well as albums by Ini Kamoze, Isaacs, Black Uhuru, Chaka Demus & Pliers, Yellowman and Brown, among others.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
26 Jan. 2026
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But what’s newly troubling about this weekend is the new releases all came from outside the traditional theatrical studios, seemingly sensing an opportunity in the market that may not be there.—
Brian Welk,
IndieWire,
26 Jan. 2026
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Obtain free lawn weed control bulletins from your local University of Florida Extension office.—
Tom Macklin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
7 Feb. 2026
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Sunday church bulletins this week included a notice of three upcoming town hall meetings that would be held in February to explain the merger process, discuss how the churches and schools might be affected and field questions from parishioners.—
Dan Horn,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
5 Feb. 2026
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Turns out some of those postings are fake, while others are sponsored by employers who believe that ghosting applicants is A-OK.—
Amy Lindgren,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2026
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The labor market is becoming increasingly inhospitable in the United States, as demand for workers continues to wane and job postings are at their lowest levels since the pandemic.—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN Money,
5 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Announcements.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/announcements. Accessed 10 Feb. 2026.
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