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
Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 10 June 2026
The three-part series examines the pop star’s 2005 molestation trial, in which he was acquitted of all charges, and features key players from the trial, including jurors, eyewitnesses and prosecutors.
—Emily St. Martin, Los Angeles Times, 10 June 2026
If convicted on all charges, Beisel faces 25 years to life in prison.
—Sydney Barragan, Oc Register, 10 June 2026
Eight people were arrested on charges of assaulting police officers, criminal possession of a weapon, menacing, resisting arrest, and obstructing governmental administration, according to the NYPD.
—Bill Hutchinson, ABC News, 9 June 2026
Sevean Brown, 26, and Hassan Ameer Nelson, 25, both of Philadelphia, pleaded guilty to several felony and misdemeanor charges, including robbery, burglary and assault, according to a news release from the Bucks County District Attorney's Office.
—Laura Fay, CBS News, 9 June 2026
Federal officials, since the start of June, have now brought charges against two men accused in separate violent incidents on MARTA properties.
—Caroline Silva, AJC.com, 9 June 2026
Nanos missed his flight but was released without charges.
—Michael Ruiz, FOXNews.com, 9 June 2026
But the resisting an officer and assault charges were dismissed on Monday, according to court records.
—Charlotte Observer, 2 June 2026
Arkansas Online, 10 June 2026
At the higher end, Tuscan Women Cook charges $6,600 per person based on double occupancy for its weeklong program in the medieval town of Montefollonico.
—Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 10 June 2026
Mark Hollmann and Greg Kotis’ political satire about a repressive government that charges citizens for the right to relieve themselves was an unlikely Broadway hit in 2001 and has since become a staple at small theaters and college theaters.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 8 June 2026
Authorities have not yet released details on what led up to the attack or what charges the suspect may face.
—Christa Swanson, CBS News, 6 June 2026
There was no greater backlash than in 2023 when Khan pushed through an expansion of the city’s Ultra Low Emissions Zone (ULEZ), a program that charges Londoners with vehicles that do not meet certain emissions standards for driving across the city.
—Justin Worland, Time, 3 June 2026
HomeExchange charges a flat $220 per year for unlimited exchanges, with no per-night fees to the company.
—Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 June 2026
Encord charges clients up to $1,000 per hour for training data.
—Los Angeles Times, 31 May 2026
Today’s moon in Scorpio charges up your fourth house of home, family and emotional foundations, bringing your attention back to what’s happening behind closed doors in your personal life.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 29 May 2026
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Nine people, including former CNN anchor Don Lemon, were initially arrested with 30 more later indicted on federal charges in connection with the incident.
—Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 10 June 2026
The three-part series examines the pop star’s 2005 molestation trial, in which he was acquitted of all charges, and features key players from the trial, including jurors, eyewitnesses and prosecutors.
—Emily St. Martin, Los Angeles Times, 10 June 2026
If convicted on all charges, Beisel faces 25 years to life in prison.
—Sydney Barragan, Oc Register, 10 June 2026
Eight people were arrested on charges of assaulting police officers, criminal possession of a weapon, menacing, resisting arrest, and obstructing governmental administration, according to the NYPD.
—Bill Hutchinson, ABC News, 9 June 2026
Sevean Brown, 26, and Hassan Ameer Nelson, 25, both of Philadelphia, pleaded guilty to several felony and misdemeanor charges, including robbery, burglary and assault, according to a news release from the Bucks County District Attorney's Office.
—Laura Fay, CBS News, 9 June 2026
Federal officials, since the start of June, have now brought charges against two men accused in separate violent incidents on MARTA properties.
—Caroline Silva, AJC.com, 9 June 2026
Nanos missed his flight but was released without charges.
—Michael Ruiz, FOXNews.com, 9 June 2026
But the resisting an officer and assault charges were dismissed on Monday, according to court records.
—Charlotte Observer, 2 June 2026
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An employee at the Little River County jail told the Arkansas Demcrat-Gazette that charges against Grimes had not been finalized and that no bail had been set.
—Arkansas Online, 10 June 2026
At the higher end, Tuscan Women Cook charges $6,600 per person based on double occupancy for its weeklong program in the medieval town of Montefollonico.
—Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 10 June 2026
Mark Hollmann and Greg Kotis’ political satire about a repressive government that charges citizens for the right to relieve themselves was an unlikely Broadway hit in 2001 and has since become a staple at small theaters and college theaters.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 8 June 2026
Authorities have not yet released details on what led up to the attack or what charges the suspect may face.
—Christa Swanson, CBS News, 6 June 2026
There was no greater backlash than in 2023 when Khan pushed through an expansion of the city’s Ultra Low Emissions Zone (ULEZ), a program that charges Londoners with vehicles that do not meet certain emissions standards for driving across the city.
—Justin Worland, Time, 3 June 2026
HomeExchange charges a flat $220 per year for unlimited exchanges, with no per-night fees to the company.
—Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 June 2026
Encord charges clients up to $1,000 per hour for training data.
—Los Angeles Times, 31 May 2026
Today’s moon in Scorpio charges up your fourth house of home, family and emotional foundations, bringing your attention back to what’s happening behind closed doors in your personal life.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 29 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for charges
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Prior to his departure from Oakland, Duffey had provided key evidence to federal agents that led to criminal indictments against ex-Mayor Sheng Thao.—
Hema Sivanandam,
Mercury News,
10 June 2026
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The spring push led to 1,139 arrests, 984 seized firearms and 615 criminal indictments.—
Meghan Schiller,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
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Earlier this year, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky claimed that his forces had captured a Russian position using only drones and robots for the first time, and had conducted more than 22,000 unmanned ground missions using robots in just the first three months of 2026.—
Lauren Kent,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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The number and layout of suckers can be reconfigured for different missions.—
Omar Kardoudi
June 13,
New Atlas,
13 June 2026
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Bocce will be offering takeaway, both in the form of prepared food and things customers can cook at home, like pasta and sauces that come with instructions.—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
9 June 2026
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The Missouri Health Department also recommends treating clothes, boots and outdoors gear with permethrin per label instructions.—
Sophie Lindberg,
Kansas City Star,
8 June 2026
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The United States would have 60 days to fulfill their obligations specified in the agreement, Aragchi said.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
13 June 2026
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In my experience, real financial strength often includes predictable income, diversified sources, manageable obligations, proper reserves and enough liquidity to handle timing gaps without panic.—
Michael Shribman,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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And, in any case, many legal experts say the boat attacks amount to extrajudicial killings in violation of international law.—
Will Weissert,
Los Angeles Times,
13 June 2026
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Sam Abu Haikal is the 13th child to be killed by Israeli forces in the occupied West Bank so far this year, according to the Israeli human rights group B’Tselem, which has documented the killing of 236 children in the region by Israeli forces since the Hamas attacks on Israel on October 7, 2023.—
Jeremy Diamond,
CNN Money,
13 June 2026
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The National Park Service is reportedly using about $67 million in funds from national park entrance fees to pay for the event, the New York Times reported last month citing court filings.—
Zachary Folk,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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Buyers also need confidence that costs like mortgages, insurance and association fees won’t shift under their feet.—
Chuck Bonfiglio,
Sun Sentinel,
14 June 2026
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This incident seems to have been the result of two coinciding oversights, rather than one grievous wrong.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Denver Post,
8 June 2026
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Small oversights made before leaving the dock are what most often lead to serious situations on the water.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
16 May 2026
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Steady cash flow gives businesses the room to cover daily expenses, meet payroll, pay suppliers and plan with confidence.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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Scholarships and loans that cover the cost of tuition may not stretch far enough for expenses like housing, transportation, meals, books and computers.—
Albert D. Mosley,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 June 2026
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“Charges.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/charges. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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