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deploy

verb

Definition of deploynext
as in to station
to place in a particular position The commander deployed additional troops to the region this morning.

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Recent Examples of deploy The Pentagon has begun that process, deploying several relatively inexpensive anti-drone missile systems. — Doyle McManus, Los Angeles Times, 6 Sep. 2026 Later, cellphone footage showed a masked agent lean out a car window as the caravan passed the Verazas’ car and deploy pepper spray. — Caroline Kubzansky, Chicago Tribune, 6 Sep. 2026 Officials deploy public money with little to no transparency or accountability. — Sheila Weinberg, Baltimore Sun, 6 Sep. 2026 The Falcon 9's upper stage, meanwhile, carried the 27 Starlink satellites to LEO, deploying them on schedule 62 minutes after launch. — Mike Wall, Space.com, 6 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for deploy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for deploy
  1. station
  2. position
  3. locate
  4. install
  5. plant
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  • In the early stage of the trip, the twin-engine jets headed for Alaska and passed over Greenland, where an Airbus A400M support plane capable of landing on ice was stationed.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 12 Sep. 2026
  • In February, the couple — along with most other service members stationed at the base — were moved off post in preparation for Operation Epic Fury.
    — Jonah Kaplan, CBS News, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of station
Verb
  • Unlike conventional graphite anodes, eCOphite is positioned as a graphite alternative that can be used as an additive with existing anode materials.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 16 Sep. 2026
  • Amid a tit-for-tat battle to host Hollywood, Texas last year bolstered its film and TV incentive program that positions a Southern bloc of states as a premier destination for entertainment and media.
    — Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 16 Sep. 2026
Definition of position
Verb
  • Foundations for Nations is located amid a patchwork of federal, tribal and private property — the legacy of 19th century federal policies designed to eliminate tribes by breaking up collective land bases.
    — Savannah Peters, Los Angeles Times, 14 Sep. 2026
  • The verdict Superbly located between historic and modern Istanbul, The Ritz-Carlton delivers polished service without pretension.
    — Vicki Power, TheWeek, 14 Sep. 2026
Definition of locate
Verb
  • New developments would no longer be allowed to install cool-season turf grasses.
    — Kelly Werthmann, CBS News, 16 Sep. 2026
  • Peace of mind is front of mind, thanks to this wireless security camera that installs in a matter of minutes.
    — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Sep. 2026
Definition of install
Verb
  • The mews, at the back of the three-acre property, is a modernist addition with 21 guestrooms, some with private terrace gardens that have just been planted.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Sep. 2026
  • The concept centers on our mouth, that the words spoken can either plant seeds that sprout life or poison that creates death.
    — Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of plant

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“Deploy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deploy. Accessed 19 Sep. 2026.

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