Definition of installationnext
1
as in inauguration
the process or an instance of being formally placed in an office or organization the installation of a new president takes place once every four years

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as in facility
a structure that is designed and built for a particular purpose a massive installation that supplies the electrical power needs for the entire state

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Recent Examples of installation In 2019, his large-scale digital projection and sound installation data-verse 1 premiered at the Venice Biennale. Francesca Aton, ARTnews.com, 2 Sep. 2026 Mediums range from paintings and drawings to light and video installations. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Sep. 2026 The fact that these micro-reactors are built in factories and shipped for installation on-site is significant because traditional nuclear power in the United States faces severe hurdles. David Szondy august 31, New Atlas, 1 Sep. 2026 Homey’s advantage appears to be ease of installation and breadth of support. Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, The Verge, 1 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for installation
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  • At the recent inauguration, JION became part of Jülich UNified Infrastructure for Quantum computing (JUNIQ), which provides access to various quantum systems connected to JSC’s high-performance computing (HPC) infrastructure.
    Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 7 Sep. 2026
  • Authorities sealed off the courts on the final day to file an election petition, clearing the way for Hichilema’s inauguration.
    Adrian Elimian, semafor.com, 4 Sep. 2026
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  • The construction will focus on various structural issues around the facility, including water damage, rusting steel, and over three decades-old industrial chillers.
    Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 5 Sep. 2026
  • For Finland, however, the significance of the new facility goes beyond assembling individual engines.
    Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 5 Sep. 2026
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  • Van Dijk and her fellow travelers even brought their own swag to give out and said inaugurals feel like a bonding experience for everyone on the flight.
    Zach Wichter, USA Today, 10 May 2026
  • In the inaugural Be Our Valentine campaign, HopeWorks aims to build a stronger network for survivors.
    Dennis Valera, CBS News, 26 Feb. 2026
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  • Memberships are available from $195-$285 per month with a $1,000 initiation fee.
    Langston Wertz Jr, Charlotte Observer, 6 Sep. 2026
  • Jefferies initiates Materion as buy Jefferies said in its initiation of Materion that the chemicals company has robust demand.
    Michael Bloom, CNBC, 2 Sep. 2026

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“Installation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/installation. Accessed 9 Sep. 2026.

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