libraries

plural of library
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as in archives
a place where books, periodicals, and records are kept for use but not for sale I went to the library to do some research for my report

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Recent Examples of libraries As the number of book bans and restrictions in schools and public libraries across the nation continues to grow, so does a robust network of citizens fighting against the narrowing of literary access, according to a yearly report by First Amendment literary advocacy group PEN America. Angele Latham, Nashville Tennessean, 17 Oct. 2025 The group, which helps transform libraries, schools and other community spaces with eye-catching wall art, often uses graphics, typefaces and an overall palette with a ’70s and ’80s vibe. Dave Smith, Fortune, 17 Oct. 2025 The American Civil Liberties Union of Colorado filed suit against the district in December, alleging that the Elizabeth school board’s vote to remove 19 books from school libraries violates federal and state free speech protections. Ann Schimke, Denver Post, 16 Oct. 2025 The dogs visit children in schools and libraries, college students on de-stress days and people living in memory care, retirement, assisted living and health care facilities. Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Oct. 2025 To that end, the organization works in partnership with archives, film libraries, museums and studios to restore works and develop access strategies through programming in festivals, cinematheques and educational institutions around the world. Ed Meza, Variety, 14 Oct. 2025 In an email, the office referred The Star to the National Archives and Records Administration, which is responsible for overseeing the presidential libraries system. Matthew Kelly, Kansas City Star, 13 Oct. 2025 Meehan said the effort to ban books started at the local level, with parents addressing school boards with their concerns over the books in school libraries, which then led to statewide efforts and legislation. Brieanna J. Frank, USA Today, 12 Oct. 2025 The first mention of the poem is a few years later, in Humfrey Wanley’s catalogue of Old English manuscripts in English libraries, published in 1705. Literary Hub, 10 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for libraries
Noun
  • Consider it a sneak peek into Monsters in the Archives, her book about diving into Stephen King’s archives that’s out next spring.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 17 Oct. 2025
  • The life-rights deal gives Golden Possum exclusive access to Estrada and his archives and case materials.
    Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 16 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Gem and mineral specimens of note A number of prominent museums around the world house highly valuable collections.
    Ashley J. DiMella, FOXNews.com, 21 Oct. 2025
  • Museums have to balance security with the freedom to see and engage with their collections.
    Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 21 Oct. 2025

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“Libraries.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/libraries. Accessed 23 Oct. 2025.

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