fixtures

plural of fixture
as in institutions
a person who has long been associated with a place or activity has been a fixture in the Republican Party for the last 30 years

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Recent Examples of fixtures Update outdated elements; opt for warmer tones, layered textures, and modern LED fixtures. — Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Sep. 2026 Rachel Simpson, senior interior designer for Revive Design and Renovation, also agrees that navy, among other dark tones, is on the rise for outdoor fixtures. — The Spruce, 25 Sep. 2026 England manager Thomas Tuchel selected a 27-man squad for the upcoming fixtures against Spain, Czech Republic and Croatia but has been rocked by withdrawals from Cole Palmer, Marcus Rashford, Declan Rice, Tino Livramento and Kobbie Mainoo. — Patrick Sung Cuadrado, CNN Money, 24 Sep. 2026 During his time, Sox pitchers threw perfect games (Buehrle and Philip Humber) and no-hitters (Buehrle and Lucas Giolito) and were fixtures at the All-Star Game. — Lamond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 23 Sep. 2026 Many of the antique fixtures and furniture are bundled into the asking price, creating a turnkey venture for new owners. — Richard Lane, Des Moines Register, 21 Sep. 2026 Ornate crystal fixtures illuminated the grand ballroom as dancers in Prohibition-era attire twirled to the music. — Michelle Polizzi, Southern Living, 20 Sep. 2026 Their last, on Avenida del Sol, was designed to look ahead for its time, with futuristic glass fixtures. — Juliana Ukiomogbe, Architectural Digest, 19 Sep. 2026 Thigpen, whose mother Virginia is a pioneering Davis builder, said each owner treated the house as a historic trust, preserving original fixtures, screens and other pieces for whoever came next. — David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 19 Sep. 2026
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  • Lula, meanwhile, has argued for a more prominent role of the federal government in the fight against organized crime as well as greater coordination between governmental institutions.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 27 Sep. 2026
  • Harvard and its peers are tax-exempt charitable institutions.
    — Jayson Weingarten, Fortune, 26 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • The 170th anniversary encompasses the fall 2026 collection as well, which blends past, present and future with heritage icons, modern design and technical innovation beyond traditional rubber Wellington boots.
    — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 24 Sep. 2026
  • While Santa Monica Pier and Palisades Park are global icons, the city has had a tough time reviving its entertainment district, Third Street Promenade, since at least the pandemic, as major retailers have abandoned locations.
    — Erik Hayden, HollywoodReporter, 23 Sep. 2026

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“Fixtures.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fixtures. Accessed 28 Sep. 2026.

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