as in implementations
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 executions
For spring, the Docksides and Campsides models were reinterpreted in leather executions by historic American tannery Horween Leather Company.
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Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 21 June 2026
Since then, neither a bipartisan push to ban the practice nor a competing effort to bring nitrogen gas executions to Ohio has gone anywhere.
—CBS News, 18 June 2026
In Ohio, the state must allow some journalists to witness executions.
—Cameron Knight, Cincinnati Enquirer, 17 June 2026
No public executions stained the squares.
—Adam Kirsch, The Atlantic, 15 June 2026
During the previous Alabama nitrogen executions, the inmates shook, pulled at the restraints and exhibited labored breathing.
—Kim Chandler, Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2026
Shooters must pass marksman testing from at least 7 yards, hitting a target matching the size, shape and height of the one used in executions.
—Idaho Statesman, 12 June 2026
The result is a genuinely funny and ultimately heart-pounding production, with an executions that feels like a heist itself.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 14 Mar. 2025
Continue reading … CLEAR MESSAGE – Idaho becomes first state to prefer death by firing squad for executions.
—Fox News, 13 Mar. 2025
Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 21 June 2026
Since then, neither a bipartisan push to ban the practice nor a competing effort to bring nitrogen gas executions to Ohio has gone anywhere.
—CBS News, 18 June 2026
In Ohio, the state must allow some journalists to witness executions.
—Cameron Knight, Cincinnati Enquirer, 17 June 2026
No public executions stained the squares.
—Adam Kirsch, The Atlantic, 15 June 2026
During the previous Alabama nitrogen executions, the inmates shook, pulled at the restraints and exhibited labored breathing.
—Kim Chandler, Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2026
Shooters must pass marksman testing from at least 7 yards, hitting a target matching the size, shape and height of the one used in executions.
—Idaho Statesman, 12 June 2026
The result is a genuinely funny and ultimately heart-pounding production, with an executions that feels like a heist itself.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 14 Mar. 2025
Continue reading … CLEAR MESSAGE – Idaho becomes first state to prefer death by firing squad for executions.
—Fox News, 13 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for executions
Noun
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Even simple implementations can improve responsiveness without increasing staffing costs.—
Scott Byrne,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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These implementations were also instrumental in immediately communicating some of the trends driving new takes on the high-end fragrance category.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
9 June 2026
Noun
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The only pick lacking in accomplishments so far is Zaccharie Risacher, whom the Hawks took first in 2024.—
Rohan Nadkarni,
NBC news,
24 June 2026
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And at Eboigbodin’s official visit at UCLA, his birth family from Nigeria and host family in Southern California were able to come together for the first time, celebrating his accomplishments and giving the future Bruin confidence that UCLA was home.—
Connor Dullinger,
Los Angeles Times,
23 June 2026
Noun
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Palestinians and Israeli Jews also came to regard the other side’s actions as fulfillments of their own national nightmares, ethnic cleansing for one and extermination for the other.—
Hussein Agha,
New Yorker,
22 Aug. 2025
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The designation would place the Brazilian gangs in the same legal category as Hamas and Hezbollah, significantly expanding Washington’s ability to pursue sanctions, prosecutions and potentially broader security operations.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
18 June 2026
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Mangione, 28, has pleaded not guilty and faces both state and federal prosecutions in the high-profile case.—
Stepheny Price , Michael Ruiz , Maria Paronich,
FOXNews.com,
18 June 2026
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The drama surrounding the Kennedy Center – beyond the performances staged inside – began after Congress approved $258 million to renovate the building.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
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There is also a stash of BuzzBallz ready-to-drink cocktails for trivia winners, but Misraje and his cast do not deliver their performances with smirks or smarm.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
22 June 2026
Noun
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Together, the two grow into a bonafide brain trust on how to celebrate achievements and mature in relationships.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
23 June 2026
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The nation's economic growth, scientific breakthroughs, entrepreneurial achievements and civic progress have been powered by people who were once denied opportunities that others took for granted.—
Brian Castrucci,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
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“Executions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/executions. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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