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as in conferences
a body of people come together in one place
the usual assembly of early morning commuters waiting at the train station
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as in congregations
a body of persons gathered for religious worship
the preacher addressed the assembly in somber tones
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as in meetings
a coming together of a number of persons for a specified purpose
attendance at the awards assembly is mandatory
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Recent Examples of assemblies
The round-table style of the gathering – pioneered during large-scale assemblies organized by Pope Francis – signals Leo’s plan to continue his predecessor’s approach of seeking a more welcoming church, with leaders listening closely to Catholics in the pews.
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Christopher Lamb, CNN Money, 9 Jan. 2026
As a remedy, dealers inspected the affected vehicles and repaired the rear coil assemblies when needed, at no cost to owners.
—Apratim Sarkar, USA Today, 15 Dec. 2025
The company notes that this approach could influence the design and manufacturing of large-vehicle frames in the future, offering a more integrated and efficient alternative to traditional multi-part assemblies.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 6 Dec. 2025
In engineering, this often means looking for cracks or voids in aircraft components, checking welds, or inspecting complex assemblies.
—Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, Space.com, 4 Dec. 2025
The process will continue with other assemblies, all moving toward a submission to the city council and eventually a path to the ballot next summer.
—Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 4 Dec. 2025
The disease was deeply contagious and caused horrific suffering to those afflicted, so public assemblies—like theater shows and bear-baiting fights—were frequently canceled to help slow the spread.
—Nathan Smith, Time, 26 Nov. 2025
The other $250 million going to Parma Metal Center near Cleveland, Ohio, is to make sheet metal stampings and assemblies.
—Jackie Charniga, Freep.com, 24 Nov. 2025
To remedy this recall, dealers will inspect and replace the rear combination light assemblies as necessary for free.
—Olivia Evans, Louisville Courier Journal, 4 Nov. 2025
Christopher Lamb, CNN Money, 9 Jan. 2026
As a remedy, dealers inspected the affected vehicles and repaired the rear coil assemblies when needed, at no cost to owners.
—Apratim Sarkar, USA Today, 15 Dec. 2025
The company notes that this approach could influence the design and manufacturing of large-vehicle frames in the future, offering a more integrated and efficient alternative to traditional multi-part assemblies.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 6 Dec. 2025
In engineering, this often means looking for cracks or voids in aircraft components, checking welds, or inspecting complex assemblies.
—Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, Space.com, 4 Dec. 2025
The process will continue with other assemblies, all moving toward a submission to the city council and eventually a path to the ballot next summer.
—Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 4 Dec. 2025
The disease was deeply contagious and caused horrific suffering to those afflicted, so public assemblies—like theater shows and bear-baiting fights—were frequently canceled to help slow the spread.
—Nathan Smith, Time, 26 Nov. 2025
The other $250 million going to Parma Metal Center near Cleveland, Ohio, is to make sheet metal stampings and assemblies.
—Jackie Charniga, Freep.com, 24 Nov. 2025
To remedy this recall, dealers will inspect and replace the rear combination light assemblies as necessary for free.
—Olivia Evans, Louisville Courier Journal, 4 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for assemblies
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When are parent-teacher conferences.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
16 Jan. 2026
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The guide recommends staying current by reading academic papers, taking courses, and attending conferences.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
15 Jan. 2026
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Gregg held interim pastorates at several other Chicago-area congregations, including the Community Church of Wilmette, the South Church of Mount Prospect, the North Shore Baptist Church in Chicago's Edgewater neighborhood and the United Church of Hyde Park.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
18 Dec. 2025
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Scripture over politics Within her diocese, one of three in the state, Perry said 75% of congregations grew in the past year.—
NEAL RUBIN,
Freep.com,
13 Dec. 2025
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Pay Attention supports meetings and conversations with real-time transcription and translation when enabled.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Jan. 2026
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Instead, Republican staffers sullenly reported to messaging meetings to talk about immigration.—
Michael Scherer,
The Atlantic,
7 Jan. 2026
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Non-Orientable Nkansa, 2017, one of his earliest large-scale installations, announced his dedication to monumental assemblages that fixate on negligence and crumbling edifices.—
Edna Bonhomme,
Artforum,
1 Oct. 2025
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His artworks, which include paintings, sculptures, mixed-media assemblages, mosaics, photographs, and film, are full of mood and foreboding.—
Belinda Luscombe,
Time,
31 Mar. 2025
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The parade features bands, floats, drill teams, colleges and universities, fraternities, sororities and churches along with peace and youth organizations.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Jan. 2026
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Built in the 1960s, St Mungo's Church is part of Trinity Parish Church, a congregation formed in 2024 through the union of other churches in Cumbernauld.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
15 Jan. 2026
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The two got together for what April hoped was the beginning of many family gatherings.—
Angela Andaloro,
PEOPLE,
21 Jan. 2026
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That might mean agreeing to time limits of two hours at family gatherings, capping visits to only once a week, or deciding certain topics (like finances, fertility, or parenting choices) are off the table.—
Jenna Ryu,
SELF,
20 Jan. 2026
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Presenter Minnie Driver brought even more gleam to the carpet in a strapless column dress with embellished semi-sheer panels plus jewelry by Rahaminov Diamonds and Saidian Vintage Jewels.—
Jackie Fields,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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Steel is more durable than wood or plastic, and this large planter box has extra-thick panels with inner support bars to keep precious plants protected.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Jan. 2026
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“Assemblies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assemblies. Accessed 22 Jan. 2026.
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