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as in sieges
the cutting off of an area by military means to stop the flow of people or supplies
the investment of Cuba was one of the decisive moments in the Cuban Missile Crisis
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as in inaugurations
the process or an instance of being formally placed in an office or organization
the investment of a new diocesan bishop is typically a grand and solemn occasion
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Recent Examples of investments
The acquisition aims to fuel Air Sprint's next phase of growth, including fleet expansion, operational enhancements, and technology investments to solidify its market leadership.
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Doug Gollan,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2026
Its investments include companies focused on decarbonization, climate adaptation, water and pollution management, financial inclusion, and healthcare impact.
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Chloe Taylor,
CNBC,
27 June 2026
Lawmakers and the governor continue major investments in public schools, healthcare and agreed to increase spending on subsidized childcare and affordable housing.
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Taryn Luna,
Los Angeles Times,
27 June 2026
High yields also hurt prices for investments, particularly those seen as the most expensive.
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Stan Choe,
Chicago Tribune,
27 June 2026
Beauty companies’ investments in research and development will become increasingly important in the longevity era, said graduates, adding that developing meaningful patents is one way for brands to build security and make strides in the space.
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Noor Lobad,
Footwear News,
26 June 2026
The 2026 budget gives it just $3 million to go toward statewide aerospace infrastructure investments.
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Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
26 June 2026
If investments have been held more than a year, lower long-term capital gains tax rates apply.
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Medora Lee,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
Elon Musk is now bragging that SpaceX will make epic investments en route to unleashing stupendous results.
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Shawn Tully,
Fortune,
19 June 2026
Doug Gollan,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2026
Its investments include companies focused on decarbonization, climate adaptation, water and pollution management, financial inclusion, and healthcare impact.
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Chloe Taylor,
CNBC,
27 June 2026
Lawmakers and the governor continue major investments in public schools, healthcare and agreed to increase spending on subsidized childcare and affordable housing.
—
Taryn Luna,
Los Angeles Times,
27 June 2026
High yields also hurt prices for investments, particularly those seen as the most expensive.
—
Stan Choe,
Chicago Tribune,
27 June 2026
Beauty companies’ investments in research and development will become increasingly important in the longevity era, said graduates, adding that developing meaningful patents is one way for brands to build security and make strides in the space.
—
Noor Lobad,
Footwear News,
26 June 2026
The 2026 budget gives it just $3 million to go toward statewide aerospace infrastructure investments.
—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
26 June 2026
If investments have been held more than a year, lower long-term capital gains tax rates apply.
—
Medora Lee,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
Elon Musk is now bragging that SpaceX will make epic investments en route to unleashing stupendous results.
—
Shawn Tully,
Fortune,
19 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for investments
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Which is why many Americans have begun to tire of the sieges in their communities.
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As in traditional sieges, the focus is on the vulnerable flow of supplies rather than a defended position.
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Such designations are typically invoked for major events like presidential inaugurations or summits of world leaders and trigger a massive federal security response.
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For the first time, the annual 4th of July fireworks display on the National Mall will be designated a National Special Security Event, with security levels on par with presidential inaugurations.
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Export blockades caused by the Iran war have raised demand for the refinery’s fuels in African countries such as Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, and Ghana.
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But one of the largest rural unions behind the road blockades that had strangled La Paz on Saturday called for a pause in the conflict and ordered protesters to withdraw until next week to assess the situation following the declaration of a state of emergency.
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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.
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Jackass 5 is a compilation of footage that never made it to the final cuts of previous installments because they previously weren't allowed to be shown.
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Big Bang Theory co-creators Lorre and Bill Prady created the series with Zak Penn, and all three executive produce along with Kyle Newacheck, who directed several installments of the 10-episode season.
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Richard Salmon, of The Air Conditioning Company, says the London firm has seen a 25-30% annual increase in installations since the residential lockdowns of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Additionally, 42 aircraft were lost or damaged, and 20 military installations were hit, leading to $29 billion in repair costs and an $80 billion supplement request.
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Cerebras Systems – The artificial intelligence chipmaker saw shares rocket 20% after a slate of bullish initiations from Wall Street firms.
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But some like the Kimbell’s have eyes and other piercings cut into them and used likely as part of initiations or the end of a ritual.
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Church leaders and some experts see the success of youth movements and the surge in adult baptisms as signs that some young people are showing new interest in the church, while also challenging it to embrace a more inclusive message.
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The Osmonds’ success earned them a rarified status in the Church of Latter-day Saints, with church elders crediting them with tens of thousands of baptisms during the Seventies.
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“Investments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/investments. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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