1
as in authorizes
to give a right to
the card entitles my grandmother to the discount for senior citizens
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as in calls
to give a name to
apart from the obvious, she couldn't decide what to entitle her painting of a vase with flowers
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Recent Examples of entitles
In its recent decision, the court has sided with a Colorado Christian therapist who argued that her right to free speech entitles her to counsel adolescents toward heterosexuality.
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Donna Lamb, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
And a fight between Morris and the church over whether an employment agreement entitles him and his wife to between $600,000 and $800,000 annually is playing out in state court in Tarrant County as well as in Christian arbitration before the Ambassadors of Reconciliation.
—Michelle Casady, Dallas Morning News, 16 Mar. 2026
Fink’s deal entitles him to an undisclosed percentage of carry incentive distributions from a composite bucket of 10 of BlackRock’s flagship private market funds that raised capital in 2024.
—Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 30 Jan. 2026
There’s also a hefty $12,446 per month maintenance fee, which entitles the new owner to a 24-hour doorman, a concierge, storage space, and a coveted key to the private Gramercy Park.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 21 Jan. 2026
Finding a Golden Fan Cup Free entitles winners to 52 free Chick-fil-A entrées (choice of one Original Chick-fil-A Chicken Sandwich, Spicy Chicken Sandwich, Grilled Chicken Sandwich, or 8-count Chick-fil-A Nuggets) for one year.
—Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 9 Jan. 2026
On the other side of the ledger, Bournemouth have negotiated a sell-on clause which entitles them to 10 per cent of any profit City make on the 26-year-old in the future.
—Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 9 Jan. 2026
For classical concerts, the purchase of an adult ticket entitles patrons to a complementary ticket for a guest under 18.
—Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 29 Sep. 2025
When an employer terminates, or is found to have terminated, an employee without cause, the contract (outside of the unionized setting) seldom entitles the employee to ger her job back.
—Dan Eaton, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Sep. 2025
Donna Lamb, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
And a fight between Morris and the church over whether an employment agreement entitles him and his wife to between $600,000 and $800,000 annually is playing out in state court in Tarrant County as well as in Christian arbitration before the Ambassadors of Reconciliation.
—Michelle Casady, Dallas Morning News, 16 Mar. 2026
Fink’s deal entitles him to an undisclosed percentage of carry incentive distributions from a composite bucket of 10 of BlackRock’s flagship private market funds that raised capital in 2024.
—Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 30 Jan. 2026
There’s also a hefty $12,446 per month maintenance fee, which entitles the new owner to a 24-hour doorman, a concierge, storage space, and a coveted key to the private Gramercy Park.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 21 Jan. 2026
Finding a Golden Fan Cup Free entitles winners to 52 free Chick-fil-A entrées (choice of one Original Chick-fil-A Chicken Sandwich, Spicy Chicken Sandwich, Grilled Chicken Sandwich, or 8-count Chick-fil-A Nuggets) for one year.
—Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 9 Jan. 2026
On the other side of the ledger, Bournemouth have negotiated a sell-on clause which entitles them to 10 per cent of any profit City make on the 26-year-old in the future.
—Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 9 Jan. 2026
For classical concerts, the purchase of an adult ticket entitles patrons to a complementary ticket for a guest under 18.
—Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 29 Sep. 2025
When an employer terminates, or is found to have terminated, an employee without cause, the contract (outside of the unionized setting) seldom entitles the employee to ger her job back.
—Dan Eaton, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for entitles
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In addition to state funds from Missouri’s incentives package, Kansas City’s ordinance authorizes Vasquez to apply for up to $50 million in state tax credits from the Missouri Development Finance Board.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
9 Apr. 2026
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Even if the victims can somehow obtain a lawyer, there is no federal statute that authorizes suits against federal officers who violate the Constitution.—
Erwin Chemerinsky,
Twin Cities,
8 Apr. 2026
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Credit card bills, collection agency calls, gambling issues.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Apr. 2026
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Destiny calls loudly as passionate Mars charges into your 9th House of Distance, urging you to attempt things that are literally or metaphorically far from your comfort zone.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
9 Apr. 2026
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UConn certainly qualifies as a true blue blood of the sport, and Michigan, which has nine Final Four appearances, is a light-blue blood.—
Jon Wilner,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Apr. 2026
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Colorado has a narrow definition for who qualifies for civil commitment.—
Shelly Bradbury,
Denver Post,
5 Apr. 2026
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The sections also clarify that in case a vice president takes office, the president nominates a new vice president, who then has to be confirmed by a majority vote in Congress.—
Isa Almeida,
Oklahoman,
8 Apr. 2026
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The quality of the candidates each party nominates for governor, Congress and the state Legislature in Wisconsin will matter this fall.—
Craig Gilbert,
jsonline.com,
26 Mar. 2026
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In a similar vein, the Business section featured an article on our inequitable national tax structure, which enables the wealthy to grow their wealth while most people, besieged by income taxes and rising property taxes, struggle.—
DP Opinion,
Denver Post,
10 Apr. 2026
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Paramount’s 2025 merger with Skydance triggered a change-of-control clause, which enables the NFL to reopen those deals after the 2029-30 season.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
9 Apr. 2026
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The measure designates a Downtown Form-Based Zoning District, consisting of about 681 acres between Davis Drive and Willis Avenue, north of the UT Arlington campus.—
Emily Holshouser,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Apr. 2026
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Luvme designates this tier, which comprises the vast majority of the brand’s wig offerings on the site, as the quintessential selection for first-time wig buyers and value-savvy shoppers seeking exceptional quality, resilience, and an impeccable, manageable finish without the extravagant price tag.—
Noel Cymone Walker,
StyleCaster,
1 Apr. 2026
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This is about reclaiming your sense of authority, particularly over your foundation, in order to create a space that protects and empowers you.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
9 Apr. 2026
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Know More Semafor World Economy empowers global decision makers to navigate extraordinary complexity by curating the richest insights, ideas, and diverse perspectives on the new world economy.—
Semafor Events,
semafor.com,
5 Apr. 2026
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The site names groups that have been disciplined since 2018.—
Matthew Kelly
April 6,
Kansas City Star,
6 Apr. 2026
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The lawsuit names the school district, the girl's attacker and the attacker's mother.—
Sara Tenenbaum,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Entitles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/entitles. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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