as in enforces
to carry out effectively
implemented the evacuation plan without a hitch
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as in tools
an article intended for use in work
gardening implements such as hoes, spades, and pruners
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Recent Examples of implements
Suman Naishadham, Chicago Tribune, 28 Feb. 2026
The bill also implements an enforcement mechanism.
—Lisa Hagen, Hartford Courant, 27 Feb. 2026
The changes come as Parker implements a modern 3-4 system that will see more stand-up rushers attacking opposing offensive tackles rather than the standard hand-in-the-dirt defensive ends that the Cowboys have used for the better part of the last decade.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Feb. 2026
The bathroom is equipped with eco-friendly, full-sized amenities from renowned European brand Byredo, which implements Hilton Group's ESG strategy of ‘Travel with Purpose’.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Feb. 2026
The position develops and implements staffing plans for the field investigations program to achieve optimum resource utilization and attainment of the Department of Motor Vehicles’ strategic plan and division objectives.
—Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
updated February 24, Sacbee.com, 24 Feb. 2026
The organization implements careful deployment of the capital, strengthened by human support to encourage and bolster ideation and creativity processes.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026
The Indiana Health Care Association is estimating a $60-80 million savings annually if the state implements an individual cost limit.
—Kayla Dwyer, IndyStar, 3 Feb. 2026
Greenpeace campaigner Eefje de Kroon welcomed the ruling and said that the organization would carefully monitor how the government implements the court’s orders.
—Mike Corder, Los Angeles Times, 28 Jan. 2026
Daniel Scott, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Mar. 2026
Truth be told, while the Stakeout Drive still includes a few implements that could prove helpful in the wild, Gerber has really domesticated the new tool from its campsite roots.
—New Atlas, 1 Mar. 2026
This smart lock implements palm vein recognition that activates in less than a second.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 6 Feb. 2026
Wooden tools rarely survive so long; the same archeological site contained 2,000 stone tools, along with elephant bones and other animal remains, but just two wooden implements.
—Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 27 Jan. 2026
Walk two blocks to Laurie Strode’s house where Jamie Lee Curtis’ character lived, and about a block further is the hardware store where Michael Myers famously took his mask and various other murderous implements.
—Lisa Boone, Los Angeles Times, 23 Jan. 2026
This artifact marks the first instance of an elephant bone tool discovered among the site’s vast collection of flint and antler implements.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 21 Jan. 2026
There are still Targaryens and characters hitting one another with sharp implements, but this show follows a relatively small-scale story of a knight and his squire traipsing around Westeros.
—Savannah Salazar, Vulture, 16 Jan. 2026
This is allegedly where the implements of dismemberment were found.
—Flint McColgan, Boston Herald, 5 Dec. 2025
Verb
The president is the second-highest ranking official in Iran, acting as the head of government that handles daily administration, economic policy and implements the Supreme Leader’s decrees.
—Suman Naishadham, Chicago Tribune, 28 Feb. 2026
The bill also implements an enforcement mechanism.
—Lisa Hagen, Hartford Courant, 27 Feb. 2026
The changes come as Parker implements a modern 3-4 system that will see more stand-up rushers attacking opposing offensive tackles rather than the standard hand-in-the-dirt defensive ends that the Cowboys have used for the better part of the last decade.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Feb. 2026
The bathroom is equipped with eco-friendly, full-sized amenities from renowned European brand Byredo, which implements Hilton Group's ESG strategy of ‘Travel with Purpose’.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Feb. 2026
The position develops and implements staffing plans for the field investigations program to achieve optimum resource utilization and attainment of the Department of Motor Vehicles’ strategic plan and division objectives.
—Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
updated February 24, Sacbee.com, 24 Feb. 2026
The organization implements careful deployment of the capital, strengthened by human support to encourage and bolster ideation and creativity processes.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026
The Indiana Health Care Association is estimating a $60-80 million savings annually if the state implements an individual cost limit.
—Kayla Dwyer, IndyStar, 3 Feb. 2026
Greenpeace campaigner Eefje de Kroon welcomed the ruling and said that the organization would carefully monitor how the government implements the court’s orders.
—Mike Corder, Los Angeles Times, 28 Jan. 2026
Noun
Then, use a sharp shovel, loppers, or other cutting implements to sever the roots around the tree.
—Daniel Scott, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Mar. 2026
Truth be told, while the Stakeout Drive still includes a few implements that could prove helpful in the wild, Gerber has really domesticated the new tool from its campsite roots.
—New Atlas, 1 Mar. 2026
This smart lock implements palm vein recognition that activates in less than a second.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 6 Feb. 2026
Wooden tools rarely survive so long; the same archeological site contained 2,000 stone tools, along with elephant bones and other animal remains, but just two wooden implements.
—Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 27 Jan. 2026
Walk two blocks to Laurie Strode’s house where Jamie Lee Curtis’ character lived, and about a block further is the hardware store where Michael Myers famously took his mask and various other murderous implements.
—Lisa Boone, Los Angeles Times, 23 Jan. 2026
This artifact marks the first instance of an elephant bone tool discovered among the site’s vast collection of flint and antler implements.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 21 Jan. 2026
There are still Targaryens and characters hitting one another with sharp implements, but this show follows a relatively small-scale story of a knight and his squire traipsing around Westeros.
—Savannah Salazar, Vulture, 16 Jan. 2026
This is allegedly where the implements of dismemberment were found.
—Flint McColgan, Boston Herald, 5 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for implements
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Joseph is like the city (Los Angeles, not Hollywood), and the city enforces confidentiality, drive, wit, style and devotion often mistaken for diva-ism.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Mar. 2026
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The attorney general’s office is a sprawling state agency that represents the state in civil litigation, enforces child support laws and provides influential legal advice to state agencies.—
Philip Jankowski
Austin Bureau,
Dallas Morning News,
4 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Unlike conventional pipe-inspection tools, the robot can travel up to 6 km on a single battery charge, while operating in passages only a few centimeters wide.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Mar. 2026
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Always wear safety gear when working with tools and equipment.—
Daniel Scott,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The Natives in his book are largely presented as plot devices, not flesh-and-blood individuals.—
Carolina A. Miranda,
The Atlantic,
5 Mar. 2026
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The New York Times reported Wednesday that Kennedy wrote a letter to universities in January suggesting 71 topics, including food allergies, dietary supplements, wearable devices, composting and crop rotation.—
Berkeley Lovelace Jr,
NBC news,
5 Mar. 2026
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“Implements.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/implements. Accessed 8 Mar. 2026.
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