as in finds
to come upon after searching, study, or effort
we were finally able to locate the missing cat, who had been sleeping in the closet the whole time
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Recent Examples of locates
Now, lawmakers are looking to add that language back in, but this time with a requirement that a referendum be held before a casino locates to the area.
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Kaitlin Lange, IndyStar, 27 Feb. 2026
But Layton locates friction in other places, especially in Ruffalo’s what-else-but grizzled turn as a shaggy, Raymond Chandler-type police detective.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 11 Feb. 2026
Beyond the credit card, The Moment locates most of its zany humor in the presence of a hacky, inexplicably successful director played by Alexander Skarsgard, hired by Rosanna Arquette’s blithe record executive to shoot the film version of Charli’s impending tour.
—Richard Lawson, HollywoodReporter, 24 Jan. 2026
Anyone who locates them is asked to contact Area 4 detectives at 312-746-8255, or call 911.
—Todd Feurer, CBS News, 12 Dec. 2025
More than $22,000 in Canadian dollars has been raised through the family’s GoFundMe campaign since May 28, with donations going toward the search for the missing individuals and a reward for whoever locates them.
—Abigail Adams, PEOPLE, 25 Nov. 2025
Celestial targets can be selected from a Sky Atlas through the app, and the smart telescope then auto locates and tracks the deep space objects.
—New Atlas, 21 Nov. 2025
When a user uploads a photo, the algorithm locates the bee, crops the image and compares it to our database.
—Kansas City Star, 14 Nov. 2025
The new hybrid system, which Hyundai will roll out over models in other segments, locates the main electric motor between the gasoline engine and transmission.
—Mark Phelan, Freep.com, 11 Nov. 2025
Kaitlin Lange, IndyStar, 27 Feb. 2026
But Layton locates friction in other places, especially in Ruffalo’s what-else-but grizzled turn as a shaggy, Raymond Chandler-type police detective.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 11 Feb. 2026
Beyond the credit card, The Moment locates most of its zany humor in the presence of a hacky, inexplicably successful director played by Alexander Skarsgard, hired by Rosanna Arquette’s blithe record executive to shoot the film version of Charli’s impending tour.
—Richard Lawson, HollywoodReporter, 24 Jan. 2026
Anyone who locates them is asked to contact Area 4 detectives at 312-746-8255, or call 911.
—Todd Feurer, CBS News, 12 Dec. 2025
More than $22,000 in Canadian dollars has been raised through the family’s GoFundMe campaign since May 28, with donations going toward the search for the missing individuals and a reward for whoever locates them.
—Abigail Adams, PEOPLE, 25 Nov. 2025
Celestial targets can be selected from a Sky Atlas through the app, and the smart telescope then auto locates and tracks the deep space objects.
—New Atlas, 21 Nov. 2025
When a user uploads a photo, the algorithm locates the bee, crops the image and compares it to our database.
—Kansas City Star, 14 Nov. 2025
The new hybrid system, which Hyundai will roll out over models in other segments, locates the main electric motor between the gasoline engine and transmission.
—Mark Phelan, Freep.com, 11 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for locates
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Fox has been taking supplements for nearly 20 years, and finds this one to be unique due to its comprehensive blend of powerhouse, natural ingredients.—
Emily Orofino,
Vogue,
4 Mar. 2026
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However, the jury of appeals finds no recourse within the USATF rulebook to alter the results order of finish.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
3 Mar. 2026
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As unexpected revelations surface and her circle begins to shift, Polly discovers just how deeply friendship can shape—and sustain—a life.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
26 Feb. 2026
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If the inspection discovers termites or the buyer fails to seek a mortgage within the allotted time frame, the sale shifts back to neutral until those issues are resolved.—
Lew Sichelman,
Miami Herald,
26 Feb. 2026
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Tristan learns there’s a darts competition at The Drovers, and the prize is a turkey.—
Alice Burton,
Vulture,
23 Feb. 2026
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Her first-grade daughter learns primarily in Spanish.—
Keri Heath,
Austin American Statesman,
23 Feb. 2026
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“Locates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/locates. Accessed 5 Mar. 2026.
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