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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
Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 11 Mar. 2026
And in October, JPMorgan’s CFO said managers have been told to avoid hiring people as the bank implements AI.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 7 Mar. 2026
The new state officer program is run by the Center for Health Care Strategies, a nonprofit that designs and implements policies to improve health outcomes for people enrolled in Medicaid.
—Madeline Heim, jsonline.com, 6 Mar. 2026
In addition to these factors, the system implements passive cooling.
—Etiido Uko
march 04, New Atlas, 4 Mar. 2026
The state sets broad rules that are intended to be timeless and universal, and implements those rules.
—Matteo Wong, The Atlantic, 3 Mar. 2026
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
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
Seniors will still be required to pay property taxes in future years, including the 2026 tax bill, unless the city implements a new stimulus program for them.
—Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 11 Mar. 2026
And in October, JPMorgan’s CFO said managers have been told to avoid hiring people as the bank implements AI.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 7 Mar. 2026
The new state officer program is run by the Center for Health Care Strategies, a nonprofit that designs and implements policies to improve health outcomes for people enrolled in Medicaid.
—Madeline Heim, jsonline.com, 6 Mar. 2026
In addition to these factors, the system implements passive cooling.
—Etiido Uko
march 04, New Atlas, 4 Mar. 2026
The state sets broad rules that are intended to be timeless and universal, and implements those rules.
—Matteo Wong, The Atlantic, 3 Mar. 2026
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
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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Thirty years of Republican dominance give the GOP runoff winner the inside track to lead the office, which represents the state in civil lawsuits, enforces child support laws and provides influential legal opinions that can guide state policy.—
Philip Jankowski
Austin Bureau,
Dallas Morning News,
13 Mar. 2026
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Charles Allen, the respected former chief executive of broadcaster ITV, resigned last week as chairman of the British Horseracing Authority (BHA), the sport’s governing body, which licences participants, oversees disciplinary procedures and enforces the rules.—
Ian King,
CNBC,
11 Mar. 2026
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According to the firm, portable counter-UAV solutions, such as laser dazzlers, are seen as promising tools for protecting military forces and critical infrastructure.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Mar. 2026
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This may stop Grammarly from reintroducing the feature or similar tools in the future.—
James Peckham,
PC Magazine,
12 Mar. 2026
Noun
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New Jersey this year passed a law requiring licenses, registration and insurance for the devices following an uptick in e-bike deaths.—
Alissa Gary,
Sun Sentinel,
12 Mar. 2026
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When terror suspects’ names appear in headlines — particularly when fireworks or homemade devices are mentioned — Weimer said the response inside Phantom Fireworks is almost automatic.—
Greg Wehner,
FOXNews.com,
12 Mar. 2026
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“Implements.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/implements. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.
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