as in to ease
to free from obstruction or difficulty
several religious organizations are involved in the effort to facilitate the settlement of the immigrants arriving in the area
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Recent Examples of facilitate
According to one review, eating more protein than is typically recommended has been shown to facilitate weight loss.
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Brittany Lubeck, Verywell Health, 13 Jan. 2026
Researchers revealed that the high-voltage output facilitates the neutralization and collection of dust and moisture by generating negative ions.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 12 Jan. 2026
What happened at 1000 Corporate Drive was mostly the latter, facilitated by Indian companies that US medical insurers hired to manage patients’ electronic records.
—Literary Hub, 12 Jan. 2026
Authorities in other jurisdictions, including the European Union, the UK, Brazil, and India, have also called for probes into Grok’s role in facilitating obscene deepfakes.
—Dylan Butts, CNBC, 12 Jan. 2026
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Brittany Lubeck, Verywell Health, 13 Jan. 2026
Researchers revealed that the high-voltage output facilitates the neutralization and collection of dust and moisture by generating negative ions.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 12 Jan. 2026
What happened at 1000 Corporate Drive was mostly the latter, facilitated by Indian companies that US medical insurers hired to manage patients’ electronic records.
—Literary Hub, 12 Jan. 2026
Authorities in other jurisdictions, including the European Union, the UK, Brazil, and India, have also called for probes into Grok’s role in facilitating obscene deepfakes.
—Dylan Butts, CNBC, 12 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for facilitate
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In the meantime, Valanciunas will ease back in on a minutes restriction.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
24 Jan. 2026
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As her symptoms eased, Klingensmith felt detached from her sense of self, of purpose.—
Erica Sloan,
SELF,
23 Jan. 2026
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Dual citizenship Henley & Partners is one of a number of companies that assists high-net-worth individuals in attaining dual citizenship around the globe.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
13 Jan. 2026
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So far, they have not been called upon to assist.—
Jennifer Mayerle,
CBS News,
13 Jan. 2026
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LinkedIn data reveals that employees who combine hard and soft skills get promoted about 8% faster than those who focus only on technical abilities, and skills like communication, teamwork and problem solving are linked to promotions up to 11% faster.—
Sho Dewan,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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The project was planned to clear the area of outdated and dilapidated buildings, to attract new businesses and promote economic revitalization.—
Jessica Alvarado Gamez,
Denver Post,
27 Jan. 2026
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The Carolina Panthers’ defense improved in almost every major statistical category from 2024 to 2025.—
Mike Kaye
January 8,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Jan. 2026
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Tapascott said everything improves when weight drops, from acceleration to braking and efficiency.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Jan. 2026
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This modification simplifies the drone’s thermal protection and internal insulation systems.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Jan. 2026
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Parchment paper is often considered a baker's best friend, simplifying the baking process and making cleanup a breeze.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
25 Jan. 2026
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“Facilitate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/facilitate. Accessed 28 Jan. 2026.
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