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as in assemblage
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 congregation
a body of persons gathered for religious worship
the preacher addressed the assembly in somber tones
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as in meeting
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 assembly
Boeing acquired 780 acres of land in Everett, Washington, just north of Seattle, and erected an assembly complex that included the largest building in the world by volume—at a cost of $200 million ($2 billion in today’s dollars)—to house up to eight 747s under construction.
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Ian Bogost, The Atlantic, 12 June 2026
Those signatures were not verified because Marx earned ballot access through an assembly vote.
—Seth Klamann, Denver Post, 11 June 2026
Nevertheless, few gave Lopez a chance in her assembly race.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2026
The current assembly has completed its term, and elections are scheduled for next month.
—ABC News, 8 June 2026
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Ian Bogost, The Atlantic, 12 June 2026
Those signatures were not verified because Marx earned ballot access through an assembly vote.
—Seth Klamann, Denver Post, 11 June 2026
Nevertheless, few gave Lopez a chance in her assembly race.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2026
The current assembly has completed its term, and elections are scheduled for next month.
—ABC News, 8 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for assembly
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Throughout his career, the multidisciplinary artist experimented with various mediums, ranging from painting and photography to assemblages, even employing digital technologies like the iPad.—
Annabelle Dufraigne,
Architectural Digest,
12 June 2026
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Surrounding sculptures, assemblages and brightly colored forms make the space feel part sanctuary, part dreamscape.—
Michelle F. Solomon,
Miami Herald,
11 June 2026
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This Sunday, eight local congregations will join together to celebrate Pride with a special ecumenical service at New England Congregational Church in Aurora before the annual Pride Parade in the city’s downtown.—
Denise Crosby,
Chicago Tribune,
12 June 2026
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Spending on religious construction rose 17 percent last year as congregations grapple with the changing role of faith institutions.—
Michelle Boorstein,
Washington Post,
11 June 2026
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Harry has previously shared his desire to reconcile with his family, and the meeting triggered speculation the royal family’s rift might be abating.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
18 June 2026
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The San Francisco Board of Supervisors will be discussing this act in next month's meeting.—
Sooji Nam,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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The video was obviously not received well, and officials at Texas Tech were enduring a tremendous amount of backlash from opposing conference leaders from across the Big 12.—
Trey Wallace,
FOXNews.com,
16 June 2026
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Williams, who remains in custody at the Placer County Jail, is scheduled to return to court July 9 for a trial confirming conference.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
16 June 2026
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Mia Tomašić attends the church with her family, who regularly attend the events.—
Julianna Mejia,
Kansas City Star,
18 June 2026
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Members of Rischar’s hometown church in Lancaster have also rallied to raise funds to ease the costs of housing and final arrangements for Rischar’s wife, Rebecca, who was a stay-at-home mother.—
Reeti Malhotra,
Sacbee.com,
18 June 2026
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The scenes echoed earlier playoff celebrations, including a massive watch-party gathering of roughly 7,000 people in Bryant Park during Game 2 that turned violent and destructive, according to a law enforcement official.—
Alaa Elassar,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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Unvaccinated people who may have been exposed are urged to quarantine, avoid large gatherings and watch for fever, cough, rash or red eyes for up to three weeks.—
Connor Sheets,
Los Angeles Times,
14 June 2026
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Clever translucent panels close off the shower and Japanese Toto toilet areas, although the closet space and double vanities are still open to the room.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 June 2026
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The Academy had planned to hold back the announcement of nominations in a number of craft categories that rely on peer-group screening panels, announcing nominees in those categories on July 15.—
Hilary Lewis,
HollywoodReporter,
16 June 2026
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Speakers left pauses for imaginary conversational partners to respond, as if observing real turn-taking conventions.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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Over 90 years ago there was a worldwide convention of astronomers.—
Mike Lynch,
Twin Cities,
14 June 2026
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“Assembly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assembly. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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