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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 facilitates
In response, the Brazilian government created a criminal classification that facilitates measures for the seizure of assets of individuals accused of terrorism, expands the possibility of temporary detention, and establishes penalties of up to 30 years in prison.
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Evandro Cruz Silva, The Dial, 10 Feb. 2026
Additionally, the International Atomic Energy Agency, an initiative of President Eisenhower, facilitates peaceful nuclear energy and discourages military pressures to get the weapon.
—Arthur I. Cyr, Chicago Tribune, 10 Feb. 2026
The reactor facilitates rapid heat dissipation, preventing the thermal runaway that typically degrades catalysts.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 5 Feb. 2026
Its layout facilitates regular use without interfering with communal living areas.
—William Jones, USA Today, 1 Feb. 2026
Notably, a 2025 study published in Nature Communications observed that baleen whale migration (including gray whales) facilitates the transportation of essential nutrients — from their placenta, carcasses and even their urea — between polar feeding grounds and tropical breeding areas.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
Today, the organization facilitates strategic philanthropy and charitable giving in the region’s Jewish community and beyond.
—Meg Townsend, Dallas Morning News, 23 Jan. 2026
As with baking soda, this technique not only facilitates hair removal but also leaves carpets smelling fresh and clean.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Jan. 2026
Fortifi Food Processing Solutions sees and facilitates the future of its industry.
—CBS News, 19 Jan. 2026
Evandro Cruz Silva, The Dial, 10 Feb. 2026
Additionally, the International Atomic Energy Agency, an initiative of President Eisenhower, facilitates peaceful nuclear energy and discourages military pressures to get the weapon.
—Arthur I. Cyr, Chicago Tribune, 10 Feb. 2026
The reactor facilitates rapid heat dissipation, preventing the thermal runaway that typically degrades catalysts.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 5 Feb. 2026
Its layout facilitates regular use without interfering with communal living areas.
—William Jones, USA Today, 1 Feb. 2026
Notably, a 2025 study published in Nature Communications observed that baleen whale migration (including gray whales) facilitates the transportation of essential nutrients — from their placenta, carcasses and even their urea — between polar feeding grounds and tropical breeding areas.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
Today, the organization facilitates strategic philanthropy and charitable giving in the region’s Jewish community and beyond.
—Meg Townsend, Dallas Morning News, 23 Jan. 2026
As with baking soda, this technique not only facilitates hair removal but also leaves carpets smelling fresh and clean.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Jan. 2026
Fortifi Food Processing Solutions sees and facilitates the future of its industry.
—CBS News, 19 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for facilitates
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Come Near, a nonprofit that promotes dialogue around Jesus, took over the campaign in 2024.—
Uwa Ede-Osifo,
Dallas Morning News,
7 Feb. 2026
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The annual Congressional App Challenge promotes youth participation in science, technology, engineering and math, or STEM.—
Noah Lyons,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Feb. 2026
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Once average winter temperatures hit minus-8 degrees Celsius (17 Fahrenheit), snow loss accelerates rapidly even with modest increases in warming, the researchers found.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
10 Feb. 2026
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Built for flexible, decentralized power generation, the plants are designed to support renewable energy as the transition accelerates.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Feb. 2026
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Replacing your roof not only improves safety and performance, but also boosts curb appeal and increases your home’s value.—
TIMEPROOF USA Roofing Company,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Feb. 2026
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The data is clear that, over time, exercise improves both mental health and cognitive abilities such as problem-solving, Bigliassi said.—
Meg Wingerter,
Denver Post,
11 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Keller eases past Eaton in finale Keller got 14 points from Mia Arnold as the Indians downed Haslet Eaton 47-40 in a District 4-6A contest.—
Darren Lauber,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Feb. 2026
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Departing from Moynihan Train Hall in the heart of Manhattan, the train eases out from beneath the skyline before slipping into New Jersey, where city boroughs gradually give way to quieter suburbs.—
Abby Price,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Feb. 2026
Verb
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These vehicle types often operate from centralized locations, which simplifies the logistical requirements for hydrogen refueling.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Feb. 2026
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The Nigerian government rejected the claim, and analysts say the claim simplifies a very complicated crisis that targets people regardless of their faiths.—
Pelumi Salako,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Feb. 2026
Verb
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As a result, the product hardens, strengthens, and smooths brittle, peeling nails.—
Kyra Surgent,
InStyle,
9 Feb. 2026
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Sea buckthorn oil helps prevent breakage, while saffron smooths the hair cuticle to minimize frizz and fight humidity.—
Sarah Hoffmann,
Allure,
7 Feb. 2026
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