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as in groups
the people who belong to a group or organization
Club leaders are elected by the membership.
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as in rosters
the number of people in a group or organization
The club's membership has been around 400 for the past several years.
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as in relationships
the state of being a member of a group or organization
We allowed our membership in the discount club to lapse.
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Recent Examples of memberships
The cheapest way to learn to swim is to join a city rec center (memberships are free for people 24 and younger and range from $25 to $150 for others) and then enter the swim-lesson lottery.
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The Editors, Curbed, 16 Apr. 2026
Powell now relies on a combination of club memberships, subscriptions, and social media deal groups to stay within budget.
—Tania Francois, CBS News, 16 Apr. 2026
While Peters said the rollout of the price changes is still ongoing, so far everything is consistent with what Netflix has previously seen as a result of price changes — such as members dropping memberships or switching to cheaper price plans.
—Lillian Rizzo, CNBC, 16 Apr. 2026
In Brookhaven, Club Studio — which held its grand opening in October — offers memberships starting at $189 per month, with perks like boutique fitness classes, a spa, steam room, sauna, weightlifting and running equipment and a cafe, according to Donnelly.
—Olivia Wakim, AJC.com, 15 Apr. 2026
The West Hartford location will also offer open play, monthly memberships, birthday party or other celebrations, classes and information sessions and workshops.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 15 Apr. 2026
As a result, the company has seen a nice increase in income from its memberships.
—Laura Layden, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
Without group memberships, many people become unhappy, distressed and sometimes unable to function.
—Masud Husain, Big Think, 14 Apr. 2026
And almost all of them receive country club memberships as part of their pay packages.
—Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 9 Apr. 2026
The Editors, Curbed, 16 Apr. 2026
Powell now relies on a combination of club memberships, subscriptions, and social media deal groups to stay within budget.
—Tania Francois, CBS News, 16 Apr. 2026
While Peters said the rollout of the price changes is still ongoing, so far everything is consistent with what Netflix has previously seen as a result of price changes — such as members dropping memberships or switching to cheaper price plans.
—Lillian Rizzo, CNBC, 16 Apr. 2026
In Brookhaven, Club Studio — which held its grand opening in October — offers memberships starting at $189 per month, with perks like boutique fitness classes, a spa, steam room, sauna, weightlifting and running equipment and a cafe, according to Donnelly.
—Olivia Wakim, AJC.com, 15 Apr. 2026
The West Hartford location will also offer open play, monthly memberships, birthday party or other celebrations, classes and information sessions and workshops.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 15 Apr. 2026
As a result, the company has seen a nice increase in income from its memberships.
—Laura Layden, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
Without group memberships, many people become unhappy, distressed and sometimes unable to function.
—Masud Husain, Big Think, 14 Apr. 2026
And almost all of them receive country club memberships as part of their pay packages.
—Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 9 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for memberships
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This renovated historic home was designed by Samuel Masters and features six bedrooms with four full bathrooms; ideal for groups and families.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
24 Apr. 2026
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The company operates on behalf of Iran’s Armed Forces General Staff, using a network of intermediaries and vessels to move sanctioned crude, with proceeds helping fund the country’s military programs and regional proxy groups.—
Brittany Miller,
FOXNews.com,
24 Apr. 2026
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Carolina head coach Dave Canales generally keeps four quarterbacks on his 90-man training camp rosters.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
21 Apr. 2026
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This year, expectations are far more than just finishing as a playoff team, and that messaging brought in one of the most cohesive rosters in the WNBA.—
Marisa Ingemi,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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The series is a deep dive into one of America’s most famous families, exploring the lives, relationships and defining moments that shaped the Kennedy dynasty.—
Deirdre Durkan,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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Advice on relationships, family, work and everyday life with practical, compassionate guidance and a touch of humor.—
Tribune Content Agency,
Baltimore Sun,
20 Apr. 2026
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The two organizations have been collaborating to design and build a pipeline to provide water and recycled water to the tribal reservation.—
Julie Gallant,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Apr. 2026
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Indeed, researchers have studied job insecurity for decades and reached the overwhelming consensus that the sentiment is a net negative for organizations.—
Claire Zillman,
Fortune,
23 Apr. 2026
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He was taken into custody and transported to Norwalk police headquarters, where he was charged with two counts of criminal attempt at assault on a police officer, two counts of first-degree reckless endangerment and first-degree threatening.—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
21 Apr. 2026
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The House Ethics Committee announced late last month that its adjudicatory subcommittee found Cherfilus-McCormick committed 25 ethics violations, out of 27 counts levied against her.—
Jared Gans,
The Hill,
21 Apr. 2026
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Before the unanimous vote to defer the interim agreement decision, commissioners heard from dozens of residents and representatives from local civic associations who urged them to reconsider.—
Amanda Rosa,
Miami Herald,
22 Apr. 2026
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Created in partnership with more than 20 local associations, the new trail system will play an instrumental role in sustainable local development.—
Jen Murphy,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Apr. 2026
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Spring rains and winter snowmelt have swelled rivers and lakes, forcing torrents of water through Cheboygan County communities on its way to Lake Huron.—
Sarah Brumfield,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Apr. 2026
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From coastal towns to charming inland cities and mountain communities, the Southeast draws retirees with a lower cost of living, access to quality healthcare, a warm climate, and an excellent quality of life.—
Dobrina Zhekova,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Apr. 2026
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In response, Newsom and legislators backtracked, freezing enrollments.—
Dan Walters,
Mercury News,
18 Apr. 2026
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Eighty percent of Colorado's school districts are small ones with average enrollments of about 330 students.—
Alan Gionet,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Memberships.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/memberships. Accessed 26 Apr. 2026.
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