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as in owners
one who has a legal or rightful claim to ownership
the holders of the land gave us permission to camp on it
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as in containers
something into which a liquid or smaller objects can be put for storage or transportation
her hat made a good holder for the shells she collected on the beach
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Recent Examples of holders
Vines have grown through the fence and barbed wire surrounding a tall art deco building in this city’s downtown, and cigarette holders and empty food tins litter the tall weeds.
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Susan Svrluga,
Washington Post,
24 June 2026
The seating changes will require a full stadium reseating process ahead of the 2027 season, though officials said fewer season-ticket holders are expected to be affected than originally anticipated.
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Cbs News Atlanta Digital Team,
CBS News,
24 June 2026
Direct Loan holders only To qualify for the new discount, your debt must be from the Direct Loan program, Kantrowitz said.
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Annie Nova,
CNBC,
24 June 2026
Credit card rates are also sensitive to Fed moves, so card holders may see higher payments in the coming months.
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Max Zahn,
ABC News,
24 June 2026
Connecting leaders from across brands, agencies, media and rights-holders for the very first time, LIONS Sport is a two-day program taking place June 24 and 25 during Cannes Lions.
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Sportico Staff,
Sportico.com,
24 June 2026
Still, that price is sure to be a disappointment to a percentage of the 180,000-strong reservation holders who plunked down a nominal $50 deposit based on the initial $20K target.
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New Atlas,
24 June 2026
Still, the company was talking to platforms such as GammaTime and other intellectual property holders for potential projects.
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Corbin Bolies,
Variety,
23 June 2026
On Wednesday, lawyers representing the TPS holders asked the Supreme Court to dismiss the consolidated case, arguing that the documents reveal that the justices don’t yet have all the facts and that the Haiti termination was pre-ordained and prejudice-fueled.
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Syra Ortiz Blanes,
Miami Herald,
17 June 2026
Susan Svrluga,
Washington Post,
24 June 2026
The seating changes will require a full stadium reseating process ahead of the 2027 season, though officials said fewer season-ticket holders are expected to be affected than originally anticipated.
—
Cbs News Atlanta Digital Team,
CBS News,
24 June 2026
Direct Loan holders only To qualify for the new discount, your debt must be from the Direct Loan program, Kantrowitz said.
—
Annie Nova,
CNBC,
24 June 2026
Credit card rates are also sensitive to Fed moves, so card holders may see higher payments in the coming months.
—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
24 June 2026
Connecting leaders from across brands, agencies, media and rights-holders for the very first time, LIONS Sport is a two-day program taking place June 24 and 25 during Cannes Lions.
—
Sportico Staff,
Sportico.com,
24 June 2026
Still, that price is sure to be a disappointment to a percentage of the 180,000-strong reservation holders who plunked down a nominal $50 deposit based on the initial $20K target.
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New Atlas,
24 June 2026
Still, the company was talking to platforms such as GammaTime and other intellectual property holders for potential projects.
—
Corbin Bolies,
Variety,
23 June 2026
On Wednesday, lawyers representing the TPS holders asked the Supreme Court to dismiss the consolidated case, arguing that the documents reveal that the justices don’t yet have all the facts and that the Haiti termination was pre-ordained and prejudice-fueled.
—
Syra Ortiz Blanes,
Miami Herald,
17 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for holders
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For owners with 100,000-plus-mile vehicles that could break down anytime, this is a real advantage.
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And that has pet owners looking for ways to help their animals get through the loud explosions and bright flashes.
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His attorneys contend the containers found on Pino’s boat were collected from other friends’ vessels partying with them on the sandbar that day.
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Ideal for containers or small garden beds, these dwarf French marigolds provide vibrant floral displays in rich reds that transition to orange, bronze, and gold over time.
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Most sole proprietors use the cash method of accounting, which means income is recognized when payment is received and expenses are recognized when they are paid.
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And Breakfast If your idea of an ideal accommodation involves generous front porches, homecooked breakfast, and proprietors that feel like longtime friends, consider one of Stuart’s lovely bed and breakfasts.
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“Holders.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/holders. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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