FACILITATING Synonyms: 47 Similar and Opposite Words

facilitating 1 of 2

adjective

as in assisting

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facilitating

2 of 2

verb

present participle of facilitate

as in promoting

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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The school’s multi-media rights partnership with Learfield is facilitating more of those precious over-the-cap NIL deals. — Justin Williams, New York Times, 27 July 2026 More neurons lead to greater flexibility in behavior, a characteristic that is likely facilitating Jimothy’s survival. — Kelly Lambert, The Conversation, 23 July 2026 According to a small study, lemon juice may increase stomach acid, facilitating the efficient digestion of starches. — Brittany Lubeck, Verywell Health, 21 July 2026 The organization had been facilitating hostage releases and providing services in Gaza since the start of the conflict. — David D. Kirkpatrick, New Yorker, 20 July 2026 Crucially, domestic banks are playing a pivotal role in facilitating this capital flow. — Josipa Majic Predin, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026 Johnny Deng, founder of the successful Nara Ramen chain, is facilitating the launch of the new restaurant, Nguyen explained. — Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 16 July 2026 The mediators are facilitating the indirect diplomacy to attempt to return to a truce and allow the Strait of Hormuz to reopen. — Khaled Wassef, CBS News, 10 July 2026 Coach Tiago Splitter plans to utilize Swain in a point guard role throughout summer league, shifting his attention from scoring to facilitating. — Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2026

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Rohlfing has also pledged to strengthen core county services, including public safety, infrastructure and public works, while promoting a more business-friendly environment to attract and retain employers.

— Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 25 July 2026
Padel clubs are increasingly promoting it as more than a sport, offering spaces where people can work, eat and socialize alongside the courts.

— Mustafa Qadri, CNN Money, 25 July 2026

Definition of promoting

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Surging tensions across the Middle East strangled shipping traffic, driving energy prices higher and raising the specter of accelerating inflation worldwide.

— Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 21 July 2026
There is plenty of performance available, particularly when accelerating from 30 to 70mph.

— Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026

Definition of accelerating

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People making folk music around the world have a nonprofit based in Kansas City to thank for improving their odds of scoring a Grammy Award next year.

— Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 30 July 2026
Instead, every renovation must navigate a delicate balance between improving the fan experience and preserving the architectural integrity of one of the nation's few National Historic Landmarks dedicated to sports.

— Tim Genske, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

Definition of improving

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Hernandez did an excellent job of easing Cornucopia, who was fitted with a brace before being removed from the track in an equine ambulance.

— Bill Center, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 July 2026
Temperatures in France and Spain show no sign of easing, holding steady on Sunday and expected to soar as high as 42 degrees Celsius (107 degrees Fahrenheit) next week, according to local meteorologists.

— Issy Ronald, CNN Money, 26 July 2026

Definition of easing

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The technology is expected to improve charging performance while reducing the size of charging systems, simplifying installation and lowering long-term operating costs.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 24 July 2026
Kroger has responded by lowering prices on thousands of everyday staples, simplifying promotions, and testing broader price reductions as shoppers increasingly favor predictable everyday value over complicated coupon programs.

— Hank Cardello, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026

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Ukraine also accused Russia of assisting Iran with satellite surveillance of US bases.

— J.D. Capelouto, semafor.com, 26 July 2026
The company focuses on assisting individuals and small businesses with at least $10,000 in tax debt through a mix of IRS resolution programs and ongoing tax compliance services.

— Adam Palasciano, USA Today, 25 July 2026

Definition of assisting

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Energy storage systems such as batteries play a pivotal role in smoothing renewable intermittency by absorbing excess solar and wind generation and dispatching it when production dips.

— Sam Meredith, CNBC, 25 July 2026
At less than $30 apiece, the kit has two smoothing lotion bars and a chic bamboo canister for storage.

— Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 25 July 2026

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