as in institutions
a structure that is designed and built for a particular purpose
the city is known for its outstanding medical facilities
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Recent Examples of facilities
Through consistent investment over decades, America remains a scientific global leader and is positioned to succeed in those areas because of its expertise, facilities and institutions.
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Rachel Nuwer, Scientific American, 16 June 2026
Donis was impressed with the crowd, facilities and field at Hard Rock Stadium.
—Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 16 June 2026
Palestine Action has carried out direct action protests at military and industrial sites in the UK since it was formed in 2020, including breaking into facilities owned by Israeli weapons manufacturer Elbit Systems UK.
—CNN Money, 15 June 2026
Unfortunately, that business model stopped working, and facilities like this one had to get more involved in outreach.
—Ian Frazier, New Yorker, 15 June 2026
Spain selected Chattanooga over larger cities, including Chicago and Los Angeles, then worked with Baylor to create an expansive headquarters around its training fields and media facilities.
—ABC News, 15 June 2026
In the distance, the facilities of Wright-Patterson Air Force Base stretched across the horizon.
—Randy Tucker, USA Today, 15 June 2026
Industry giants Walmart and Home Depot operate major distribution facilities right nearby, validating the value of this specific South Florida trade corridor.
—Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 15 June 2026
The measure, placed on the ballot by the county Board of Supervisors, asks voters to support the sales tax increase to help stave off the effects of federal Medi-Cal cuts affecting county healthcare facilities.
—Steve Scauzillo, Daily News, 9 June 2026
Rachel Nuwer, Scientific American, 16 June 2026
Donis was impressed with the crowd, facilities and field at Hard Rock Stadium.
—Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 16 June 2026
Palestine Action has carried out direct action protests at military and industrial sites in the UK since it was formed in 2020, including breaking into facilities owned by Israeli weapons manufacturer Elbit Systems UK.
—CNN Money, 15 June 2026
Unfortunately, that business model stopped working, and facilities like this one had to get more involved in outreach.
—Ian Frazier, New Yorker, 15 June 2026
Spain selected Chattanooga over larger cities, including Chicago and Los Angeles, then worked with Baylor to create an expansive headquarters around its training fields and media facilities.
—ABC News, 15 June 2026
In the distance, the facilities of Wright-Patterson Air Force Base stretched across the horizon.
—Randy Tucker, USA Today, 15 June 2026
Industry giants Walmart and Home Depot operate major distribution facilities right nearby, validating the value of this specific South Florida trade corridor.
—Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 15 June 2026
The measure, placed on the ballot by the county Board of Supervisors, asks voters to support the sales tax increase to help stave off the effects of federal Medi-Cal cuts affecting county healthcare facilities.
—Steve Scauzillo, Daily News, 9 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for facilities
Noun
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The leadership of our scientific and university institutions must speak out more forcefully to the nation in defense of science.—
Tara Haelle,
Scientific American,
16 June 2026
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The law only applies to some public institutions such as welfare offices, while schools and hospitals are exempted.—
Claudia Ciobanu,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
Noun
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More like a small city, larger than Pompeii, Hadrian’s Palace boasted a sprawling display of 30 monumental buildings, including palaces, libraries, baths, and theaters.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
13 June 2026
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Trump has recently overseen the controversial demolition of the White House's East Wing in favor of a giant ballroom, and ordered large banners of his face to hang from several federal buildings during his second term.—
Frank Langfitt,
NPR,
13 June 2026
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Roughly 38,000 military family members occupy base housing complexes, according to the official camp’s website.—
Jasmine Mendez,
Los Angeles Times,
14 June 2026
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Before shopping malls, theme parks and suburban office complexes reshaped Central Florida, downtown Orlando was where people went for almost everything.—
Sarah M. Boye,
The Orlando Sentinel,
14 June 2026
Noun
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Although the role and impact of basic scientific research have not always been appreciated by the public, both political parties have traditionally been very supportive of research in universities and research institutes.—
Tara Haelle,
Scientific American,
16 June 2026
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The company also says more than 50 robotics teams and research institutes already use the platform.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
13 June 2026
Noun
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Some of the surrounding establishments had communal TVs with the sound on, but most people could only catch a glimpse of those, if anything.—
Hannah Keyser,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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Pride Month falls in June to commemorate the 1969 Stonewall riots in New York City, which were in response to a police raid on the Stonewall Inn, one of the few establishments in the city at the time that served the LGBTQ+ community.—
Evy Lewis,
Chicago Tribune,
13 June 2026
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Visitors can expect live jazz performances, museum activations, public art installations, barbecue and soul food vendors, nightlife programming and community celebrations throughout the district.—
J.M. Banks
June 13,
Kansas City Star,
13 June 2026
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The exhibition also includes immersive installations and video displays that highlight memorable World Cup matches and milestones from both men's and women's soccer.—
Lauren Crawford,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
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“Facilities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/facilities. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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