as in to induct
to put into an office or welcome into an organization with special ceremonies
the new secretary of the treasury was instated on Monday
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Recent Examples of instate
In response to the lawsuit, the government argued that an injunction was unnecessary, since the federal government had already restored the students’ immigration statuses and instated a new policy — on April 26 — that the government wouldn’t revoke immigration statuses again for the same reason.
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Emilia Otte, Hartford Courant, 4 June 2025
Now, a new style has been instated for men, one with just as much attitude but a lot more dimension.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 12 June 2025
Kain said that the threat was isolated to the two minors in custody, but that sheriff officials had spoken with administrators about instating additional security measures at the school.
—Christina Coulter, People.com, 16 May 2025
In March, the Trump administration briefly instated a 25% tariff on Mexico.
—Erik Ofgang, Forbes.com, 22 Apr. 2025
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Emilia Otte, Hartford Courant, 4 June 2025
Now, a new style has been instated for men, one with just as much attitude but a lot more dimension.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 12 June 2025
Kain said that the threat was isolated to the two minors in custody, but that sheriff officials had spoken with administrators about instating additional security measures at the school.
—Christina Coulter, People.com, 16 May 2025
In March, the Trump administration briefly instated a 25% tariff on Mexico.
—Erik Ofgang, Forbes.com, 22 Apr. 2025
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White, who will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame with The White Stripes in November, is one of many musicians who’ve attracted Trump’s critique since his second term began.—
Ethan Millman,
HollywoodReporter,
20 Aug. 2025
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The organization inducted Jeanette Chavez, The Post’s managing editor from 1997 to 2011, and Steve Zansberg, a leading First Amendment attorney in Denver who represents The Post, into the Colorado Press Association Hall of Fame.—
The Denver Post,
Denver Post,
18 Aug. 2025
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Federal employees typically receive 11 public holiday days per calendar year, plus an additional day when a new president is inaugurated.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
25 Aug. 2025
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Riyadh inaugurated its first THAAD unit in July 2025, which will significantly enhance its air defense against ballistic missiles.—
Paul Iddon,
Forbes.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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Apple has not described the integration as exclusive, and users remain free to install rival chatbots, including Grok, as standalone apps.—
Anisha Sircar,
Forbes.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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Trim trees and install storm shutters, accordion shutters and impact glass; seal outside wall openings.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
27 Aug. 2025
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The school initiated Title IX proceedings against the boys for privately expressing discomfort with her presence in their locker room.—
Mia Cathell,
The Washington Examiner,
27 Aug. 2025
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As a result, advisors should proactively initiate conversations around charitable goals.—
Adam Malamed,
Forbes.com,
27 Aug. 2025
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“Instate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/instate. Accessed 2 Sep. 2025.
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