as in institution
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 facility
Haji Najibullah said his son and other relatives had been patients in the facility.
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Arkansas Online, 18 Mar. 2026
Oil and gas facilities across the Middle East suffered fresh attacks, holding oil prices above $100 a barrel with no end in sight for the Iran war.
—Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 17 Mar. 2026
City staff says the regional model is designed to streamline operations across the Dallas Public Library system by creating a network anchored by flagship facilities that offer enhanced services and are open seven days a week.
—Dallas Morning News, 17 Mar. 2026
The facility can process 22,000 lbs.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 17 Mar. 2026
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Arkansas Online, 18 Mar. 2026
Oil and gas facilities across the Middle East suffered fresh attacks, holding oil prices above $100 a barrel with no end in sight for the Iran war.
—Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 17 Mar. 2026
City staff says the regional model is designed to streamline operations across the Dallas Public Library system by creating a network anchored by flagship facilities that offer enhanced services and are open seven days a week.
—Dallas Morning News, 17 Mar. 2026
The facility can process 22,000 lbs.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 17 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for facility
Noun
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Even veritable institutions in the state, such as Cape Cod Potato Chips, pulled out.—
Betsy McCaughey,
Boston Herald,
16 Mar. 2026
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The institution weaponized its own status.—
Helen Rosner,
New Yorker,
15 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Additionally, the building has access to two parking spots.—
Bay Area Home Report,
Mercury News,
17 Mar. 2026
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Due to the limitations of converting historical buildings, some common areas are impossible to reach, although lifts provide access to each floor.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Four Fort Worth food establishments were closed for water issues during a recent health inspection and roaches were found at several others, according to data from the city compiled by the Star-Telegram.—
Harriet Ramos,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Mar. 2026
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The five boroughs are home to over 21,000 dining establishments.—
Wilder Davies,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
14 Mar. 2026
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The installation of lights on Reunion Tower will expand the detail of objects from a single 50 watt RGB Pixel to a 60 watt center RGBW LED and 32 additional 1 watt RGBW LEDs (pictured here().—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
20 Mar. 2026
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Erb noted the installation of a baghouse to capture pollutants from the melt shop, upgrades to the furnace emissions collection system, ductwork, fans and installation of additional air monitoring technology.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
20 Mar. 2026
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The Iranian judiciary's Mizan news agency said an airstrike hit a courthouse complex in Larestan in southern Iran and that at least eight people were killed.—
DEMOCRAT-GAZETTE STAFF FROM WIRE REPORTS,
Arkansas Online,
19 Mar. 2026
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Ethiopia expects the development of the fertilizer complex to boost agricultural production, as conflict and drought in the Horn of Africa region challenge food supplies.—
Alexander Onukwue,
semafor.com,
18 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The institute ultimately wants to see the Colorado River returned to its natural state through the Glen Canyon.—
Trevor Hughes,
USA Today,
15 Mar. 2026
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Independent research institutes estimate the size of Israel’s arsenal based on available intelligence and historical records.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
13 Mar. 2026
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“Facility.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/facility. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.
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