Synonyms of charges
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as in indictments
a formal claim of criminal wrongdoing against a person
charges of burglary and armed robbery that have yet to be proved
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as in missions
a specific task with which a person or group is charged
your charge is to keep everyone else organized and busy
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as in instructions
a statement of what to do that must be obeyed by those concerned
we've received an official charge about how to handle the situation
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as in obligations
something one must do because of prior agreement
the first charge of our armed forces is to defend this country against enemy attack
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as in attacks
the act or action of setting upon with force or violence
the famously disastrous charge led by General George Pickett at Gettysburg
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as in fees
the amount of money that is demanded as payment for something
the charge for the book will be five dollars
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as in oversights
the duty or function of watching or guarding for the sake of proper direction or control
was given charge of the business during the owner's absence
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as in expenses
a payment made in the course of achieving a result
the charges mounted at a dizzying pace as the building project went way over budget
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as in thrills
a pleasurably intense stimulation of the feelings
the slopes at this resort aren't particularly challenging and aren't likely to give expert skiers much of a charge
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as in operations
the act or activity of looking after and making decisions about something
he inherited charge of the Paris bureau after his supervisor quit
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as in asks
to set or receive as a price
any shop would charge $100 to repair that thing
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as in imposes
to establish or apply as a charge or penalty
charges a restocking fee for returned merchandise
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as in tasks
to give a task, duty, or responsibility to
we're charging you with the care of your little sister while we're gone for the evening
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as in orders
to issue orders to (someone) by right of authority
charged the soldier to keep watch over the prisoner
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as in accuses
to make a claim of wrongdoing against
he has not yet been charged with any crime
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as in packs
to put into (something) as much as can be held or contained
charge a blast furnace with iron ore
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as in assaults
to take sudden, violent action against
plans to charge the enemy's fortification at daybreak
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as in excites
to cause a pleasurable stimulation of the feelings of
the players are going into this game still charged from their upset victory the week before
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Recent Examples of charges
Nathan Pilling,
Kansas City Star,
30 June 2026
Guo was convicted of nine of 12 criminal charges during a seven-week trial that prosecutors said showcased his deception of thousands of investors in bogus deals that enabled Guo’s lavish lifestyle.
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CNN Money,
30 June 2026
In 2023, prosecutors filed drunk driving and hit-and-run charges against Belt, according to court records.
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Tom Wait,
CBS News,
30 June 2026
The Rakelas, both of Rocklin, have pleaded not guilty to the charges.
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Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
30 June 2026
The case remains an active investigation, and Honsal said evidence is still being reviewed before any decision on criminal charges is made.
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Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
30 June 2026
The three men charged would escape conviction on state charges but be convicted in federal court.
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Gary Fields,
Los Angeles Times,
29 June 2026
Haiti’s Unit for Combating Corruption said in its report that the three former council members and the former bank manager, Raoul Pascal Pierre-Louis, all face criminal charges of bribery and corruption.
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ABC News,
29 June 2026
On June 12, detectives secured an arrest warrant for Pollock on charges of first-degree murder and attempted first-degree murder, police said.
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Sofia Saric
june 23,
Miami Herald,
24 June 2026
Lyanne Wang,
CBS News,
1 July 2026
Positioned as neutral infrastructure for payments and the internet economy, OUSD charges no mint or redeem fees and distributes most reserve income back to its partners.
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Christian Catalini,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
If the business reimburses the capital within a specified window, Magellan charges zero interest.
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Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
Footwear News,
30 June 2026
Fees and commissions Viva Chefs charges a 10% commission on your final pay, minus any tips.
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Kathy Kristof,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 June 2026
Restore Hyper Wellness offers a promotional entry-point bundle at $79, while Next Health charges $500 to $1,000 per session.
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Allison Palmer
updated June 24,
Charlotte Observer,
24 June 2026
By comparison, the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner charges a total of $32 for a comprehensive report that includes all three.
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Jonah Walters,
The Conversation,
24 June 2026
Settlement fee The biggest expense associated with debt settlement is the settlement fee, which the company charges for successfully negotiating with your creditor.
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Brian Sloan,
CNBC,
24 June 2026
The 13-count indictment, filed in the US District Court for the Eastern District of New York, also charges Carone’s brother, Anthony Carone, and employees Crystal Chen and Yan Po Zhu.
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Gloria Pazmino,
CNN Money,
24 June 2026
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The Jackson County charges came after police accused Sanchez-Munoz in a series of shootings in Kansas City that left one man, Jeremy Keenan, dead and four others injured on June 16.
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Nathan Pilling,
Kansas City Star,
30 June 2026
Guo was convicted of nine of 12 criminal charges during a seven-week trial that prosecutors said showcased his deception of thousands of investors in bogus deals that enabled Guo’s lavish lifestyle.
—
CNN Money,
30 June 2026
In 2023, prosecutors filed drunk driving and hit-and-run charges against Belt, according to court records.
—
Tom Wait,
CBS News,
30 June 2026
The Rakelas, both of Rocklin, have pleaded not guilty to the charges.
—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
30 June 2026
The case remains an active investigation, and Honsal said evidence is still being reviewed before any decision on criminal charges is made.
—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
30 June 2026
The three men charged would escape conviction on state charges but be convicted in federal court.
—
Gary Fields,
Los Angeles Times,
29 June 2026
Haiti’s Unit for Combating Corruption said in its report that the three former council members and the former bank manager, Raoul Pascal Pierre-Louis, all face criminal charges of bribery and corruption.
—
ABC News,
29 June 2026
On June 12, detectives secured an arrest warrant for Pollock on charges of first-degree murder and attempted first-degree murder, police said.
—
Sofia Saric
june 23,
Miami Herald,
24 June 2026
Verb
The indictment charges all five defendants with conspiracy, unlicensed dealing and manufacturing of firearms, interstate travel with intent to unlawfully deal firearms, and unlawful importation of firearms into California.
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Lyanne Wang,
CBS News,
1 July 2026
Positioned as neutral infrastructure for payments and the internet economy, OUSD charges no mint or redeem fees and distributes most reserve income back to its partners.
—
Christian Catalini,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
If the business reimburses the capital within a specified window, Magellan charges zero interest.
—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
Footwear News,
30 June 2026
Fees and commissions Viva Chefs charges a 10% commission on your final pay, minus any tips.
—
Kathy Kristof,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 June 2026
Restore Hyper Wellness offers a promotional entry-point bundle at $79, while Next Health charges $500 to $1,000 per session.
—
Allison Palmer
updated June 24,
Charlotte Observer,
24 June 2026
By comparison, the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner charges a total of $32 for a comprehensive report that includes all three.
—
Jonah Walters,
The Conversation,
24 June 2026
Settlement fee The biggest expense associated with debt settlement is the settlement fee, which the company charges for successfully negotiating with your creditor.
—
Brian Sloan,
CNBC,
24 June 2026
The 13-count indictment, filed in the US District Court for the Eastern District of New York, also charges Carone’s brother, Anthony Carone, and employees Crystal Chen and Yan Po Zhu.
—
Gloria Pazmino,
CNN Money,
24 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for charges
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The indictments say two of the gang members also killed a rival drug dealer on East Lake Street last year.
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The Justice Department failed to secure indictments for the six lawmakers, and a judge blocked Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's attempt to reduce Kelly's rank and his military retirement pay.
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All eligibility clocks start the academic year after an athlete’s 19th birthday, and the only exceptions, per the NCAA, are for pregnancy, active-duty military service and religious missions.
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This would be the first of two certification flights for NSSL missions required by the Space Force.
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Read the instructions and drop the appropriate amount of hair oil onto your palm.
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Navigation instructions are presented in plenty of time and with a confident tone.
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Assisting with payroll tax issues, sales tax audits, and business restructuring to satisfy tax obligations.
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Financial privacy erodes gradually through risk assessments, compliance obligations, information sharing partnerships and international standards presented as technical rather than political.
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The British Army also provided protection from attacks by Native American tribes, giving many settlers little reason to support a rebellion.
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Twice in recent days, the United States has launched retaliatory strikes on Iran following drone attacks on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
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To follow through on this commitment to affordability, the system implemented the Tuition Stability Plan in 2022, which locks in a student’s tuition and systemwide fees at their freshman-year rate for the duration of their undergraduate education.
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Gonzales ran with a platform decisively to the left, supporting Medicare-for-all, raising the minimum wage and cracking down on junk fees.
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This incident seems to have been the result of two coinciding oversights, rather than one grievous wrong.
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Small oversights made before leaving the dock are what most often lead to serious situations on the water.
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Seeking to close a $12 billion budget shortfall last year, the governor hoped to cut over $750 million from the state’s payroll expenses in salaries and wages.
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Campaign funds may be used to pay for a candidate’s childcare expenses that are incurred as a direct result of campaign activities, according to the Federal Election Commission.
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“Charges.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/charges. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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