as in implementation
the doing of an action
the execution of this magic trick must be accomplished in one fluid motion
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Recent Examples of execution
On Raabta’s competitive proposition, De los Santos pointed to a agile operating model and title-by-title execution.
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Emiliano De Pablos, Variety, 23 Jan. 2026
The Bottom Line While GE Aerospace’s operational execution remains robust and the long-term aerospace recovery narrative is still valid, the risk-reward profile appears unbalanced at current levels.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
Although Wilson has been sentenced to death, his execution is not imminent.
—Jane Lacroix, PEOPLE, 22 Jan. 2026
On Thursday, Iranian officials had yet to clearly confirm or deny Mr. Trump's statement that there would be no executions.
—Tucker Reals, CBS News, 15 Jan. 2026
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Emiliano De Pablos, Variety, 23 Jan. 2026
The Bottom Line While GE Aerospace’s operational execution remains robust and the long-term aerospace recovery narrative is still valid, the risk-reward profile appears unbalanced at current levels.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
Although Wilson has been sentenced to death, his execution is not imminent.
—Jane Lacroix, PEOPLE, 22 Jan. 2026
On Thursday, Iranian officials had yet to clearly confirm or deny Mr. Trump's statement that there would be no executions.
—Tucker Reals, CBS News, 15 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for execution
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South Korea’s legislature hasn’t ratified the trade agreement due to a dispute over conflicting interpretations of its implementation.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
27 Jan. 2026
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There’s also a chance to postpone it, as earlier this month, Representative Jim Baird, a Republican from Indiana, introduced a bill to delay implementation of the ban for an additional two years.—
Jen Reeder,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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This alignment strengthens professional decision-making while enhancing personal fulfillment and emotional balance.—
Karen Hinds,
Hartford Courant,
13 Jan. 2026
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Guest of winner must be at least 21 years old and may be required to sign a separate Promotions Release and Affidavit for Guests prior to prize fulfillment or venue entry.—
AJC.com,
AJC.com,
12 Jan. 2026
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Pipkins is charged with kidnapping and first-degree murder in perpetration of a kidnapping.—
KC Baker,
PEOPLE,
28 Oct. 2025
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People around the world were decrying the perpetration of a genocide.—
Isaac Chotiner,
New Yorker,
16 Oct. 2025
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In a field experiment with hundreds of consultants, GPT-4 improved speed and quality on some knowledge tasks while performance dropped on other, seemingly similar tasks just outside its strengths.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
8 Jan. 2026
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The goal is to validate performance, safety, and reliability in real-world driving conditions ahead of commercial launch.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Jan. 2026
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KidsFest activities will return for Sundays at Petco Park, with select Sundays throughout the home schedule dedicated to saluting different military branches, accomplishments and history.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Jan. 2026
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While heading to a Pro Bowl is always a great accomplishment, Sanders knows nothing is solidified for his role in 2026.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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“Execution.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/execution. Accessed 29 Jan. 2026.
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