as in promotes
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
Trump has also reportedly weighed the option of sending in ground forces to seize Kharg Island, a major fuel hub that facilitates 90% of Iran’s crude exports.
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Anniek Bao, CNBC, 31 Mar. 2026
Without its approval, countries face default and can effectively be prevented from accessing long- and short-term trade credit — credit that facilitates the uninterrupted flow of goods across borders, and can be compared to a country’s life blood.
—Sven Van Mourik, The Dial, 31 Mar. 2026
Iran has mounted a near-closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical maritime trading route along the coast of Iran that facilitates the transport of about one-fifth of the global oil supply.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 30 Mar. 2026
The justices sided with the parents suing over the California policy of concealing children’s gender transitions, which the school facilitates, from parents.
—Jack Birle, The Washington Examiner, 28 Mar. 2026
This facilitates the core body temperature drop that is related to certain stages of sleep associated with good sleep quality.
—Richard A. Lovett, Outside, 19 Mar. 2026
In England, where the company is headquartered, Genius boasts that its technology now facilitates gambling during 97% of Premier League soccer games and increased the margin for one sportsbook by an impressive 23%.
—Nick Watt, CNN Money, 19 Mar. 2026
The system facilitates the simultaneous processing of an immense volume of molecules.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 18 Mar. 2026
Getting out of Gaza Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office and COGAT, the defense body that facilitates departures to Palestinians leaving Gaza, declined to comment on the flights.
—Sam Mednick, Los Angeles Times, 17 Mar. 2026
Anniek Bao, CNBC, 31 Mar. 2026
Without its approval, countries face default and can effectively be prevented from accessing long- and short-term trade credit — credit that facilitates the uninterrupted flow of goods across borders, and can be compared to a country’s life blood.
—Sven Van Mourik, The Dial, 31 Mar. 2026
Iran has mounted a near-closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical maritime trading route along the coast of Iran that facilitates the transport of about one-fifth of the global oil supply.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 30 Mar. 2026
The justices sided with the parents suing over the California policy of concealing children’s gender transitions, which the school facilitates, from parents.
—Jack Birle, The Washington Examiner, 28 Mar. 2026
This facilitates the core body temperature drop that is related to certain stages of sleep associated with good sleep quality.
—Richard A. Lovett, Outside, 19 Mar. 2026
In England, where the company is headquartered, Genius boasts that its technology now facilitates gambling during 97% of Premier League soccer games and increased the margin for one sportsbook by an impressive 23%.
—Nick Watt, CNN Money, 19 Mar. 2026
The system facilitates the simultaneous processing of an immense volume of molecules.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 18 Mar. 2026
Getting out of Gaza Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office and COGAT, the defense body that facilitates departures to Palestinians leaving Gaza, declined to comment on the flights.
—Sam Mednick, Los Angeles Times, 17 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for facilitates
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The Vitamin C Super Serum+ promotes a more youthful and healthy-looking complexion by improving the appearance of wrinkles and dark spots, revealing smoother and brighter-looking skin.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
28 Mar. 2026
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The steamy climate, which promotes overgrown plant life, doesn’t help.—
Tim McDonnell,
semafor.com,
23 Mar. 2026
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China’s oil demand could peak sooner than expected, a senior executive at a major state energy firm said, as the Iran war accelerates the turn away from fossil fuels.—
Tom Chivers,
semafor.com,
26 Mar. 2026
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The move accelerates the transition of Träff, a Swede who has been competing in the second-tier pro league Allsvenskan in his native country, to North America.—
Andrew Knoll,
Oc Register,
23 Mar. 2026
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But that approach can create complications over time, especially if your financial situation improves or if creditors pursue legal action.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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Laying things out in advance improves teamwork and keeps every bond humming beautifully.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
27 Mar. 2026
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Southlake Carroll eases past Montwood Four different players scored as Southlake Carroll blanked El Paso Montwood 5-0 in a Class 6A Division 2 area-round match on Tuesday at Lubbock-Cooper High School.—
Darren Lauber,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 Mar. 2026
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Carmelia, the Westminster mayor, says there is nothing to do but hope that the supply side of the water ledger eases up after the start of spring on Friday.—
John Aguilar,
Denver Post,
15 Mar. 2026
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This practice simplifies decision-making and reduces clutter.—
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
16 Mar. 2026
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Building on the past decade of work by the sustainable farming organization, the next step expands OCA’s impact areas simplifies participation for brands and retailers and increases global supply through new partnerships.—
Jennifer Bringle,
Sourcing Journal,
9 Mar. 2026
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Avène’s Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream smooths it all, thanks to soothing thermal spring water that helps skin bounce back from stress.—
Lily Wohlner,
Allure,
25 Mar. 2026
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The brand’s stretch jean tech somehow smoothes my stomach and clings to my legs without feeling restrictive.—
Elizabeth Mitchell Kadar,
Glamour,
24 Mar. 2026
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“Facilitates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/facilitates. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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