Thesaurus results for CONSIGNMENTS

consignments

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plural of consignment

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The novel earned commendations from authors such as Salman Rushdie and Amitav Ghosh.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 24 July 2026
Gold, silver and bronze and honorary commendations will be awarded.

— Linda Mcintosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 May 2026

Definition of commendations

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Although sustainable aviation fuel is very small segment of the market, European mandates may drive airlines to seek out reliable sources in the near future.

— Tony Briscoe, Los Angeles Times, 6 Aug. 2026
But the backlash against pandemic responses, including vaccine mandates, led to the vaccines and mRNA technology being vilified by some and becoming the focus of widespread misinformation.

— Rob Stein, NPR, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of mandates

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The type of helicopter that crashed can carry heavy loads and is commonly used in firefighting operations, with the ability to carry a more than 2,000-gallon tank.

— Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 8 Aug. 2026
When temperatures exceed 110°F, passenger planes must consider lightening their loads.

— John Vaillant, Time, 8 Aug. 2026

Definition of loads

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The flurry of Pakistani and Qatari delegations visiting Iran in an effort to sustain the ceasefire has given way to pessimism among regional diplomats.

— Jomana Karadsheh, CNN Money, 19 July 2026
The two sides pulled back the following week, each sending delegations to Qatar, which had played a key role in mediating the agreement.

— ABC News, ABC News, 18 July 2026

Definition of delegations

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With concert sponsorships, great promotions, MC gigs and a collection of engaging DJs, their competition fueled the music.

— Michael Peregrine, Chicago Tribune, 1 Aug. 2026
When deciding where to shop in person, the survey showed that consumers prioritize the best overall prices and promotions at 54 percent, convenient locations at 34 percent, and the ability to see, try on or choose items in person at 31 percent.

— Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 31 July 2026

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Aramco had resumed crude oil loadings on Friday at its Ras Tanura terminal in the Gulf after they were halted for nearly four months.

— CNN Money, CNN Money, 28 June 2026
As Fed chair, Greenspan relished poring over obscure economic data, from monthly boxcar loadings to steel production, all in a bid to assess where the economy was going.

— Paul Wiseman, Fortune, 22 June 2026

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