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Recent Examples of Synonyms for appertain
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And in an increasingly fraught world, the need for a place that feels simple and familiar — one that offers the quiet assurance that everyone belongs — becomes not just understandable, but essential.—
Jenn Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Feb. 2026 -
More places where kids can grow, learn and belong.—
Cortney Nicolato,
The Providence Journal,
19 Feb. 2026
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Matters pertaining to immigration enforcement fall within the exclusive purview of federal authorities.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
20 Feb. 2026
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The Government Oversight Committee has jurisdiction over legislation pertaining to the state’s watchdog agencies, including the Office of State Ethics, and has the authority to hold hearings on audit reports.—
Mark Pazniokas,
Hartford Courant,
20 Feb. 2026
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In 2024 William arrived at the event solo as his wife was recovering from abdominal surgery, which was later revealed to be cancer-related.—
K.J. Yossman,
Variety,
22 Feb. 2026
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Police believe the shooting was gang-related.—
Dean Fioresi,
CBS News,
22 Feb. 2026
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China says that these groups help people with everyday tasks like applying for drivers’ licences.—
Rebecca Wright,
CNN Money,
27 Feb. 2026
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Equal-time obligations apply to broadcast licensees using public spectrum.—
Jay Caruso,
The Washington Examiner,
27 Feb. 2026
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“Appertain.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appertain. Accessed 27 Feb. 2026.
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