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Recent Examples of nonparticipant
The federal government’s own research has shown that Americans who receive food stamps have worse diets than nonparticipants with similar incomes, and soda is surely part of that problem.
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Nicholas Florko, The Atlantic, 15 Apr. 2025
According to the analysis, 50% of participants used funds for education and training, 70% were less likely to be evicted and the group overall was three times more likely to be able to afford a $400 emergency expense compared to nonparticipants.
—Marina Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 7 Nov. 2024
The new feature—and the key difference from existing climate agreements—is a penalty for nonparticipants and countries that fail to meet their obligations.
—William Nordhaus, Foreign Affairs, 12 Oct. 2021
Meals served through federal programs must meet certain nutrition requirements, and according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, students who participate in school meals consume more whole grains, milk, fruits and vegetables during mealtimes than nonparticipants.
—The Arizona Republic, 18 Apr. 2024
But the median income of nonparticipants was just $42,000, meaning half of nonparticipants made less than that.
—Jeanne Sahadi, CNN, 15 June 2023
He was officially listed as a nonparticipant in that session.
—Jim McBride, BostonGlobe.com, 5 Oct. 2022
James was on the field again Thursday in Costa Mesa but remained a nonparticipant in drills.
—Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2022
Like Catholic University, also a nonparticipant, Trinity Washington is near the Brookland-CUA station on the Red Line.
—Washington Post, 4 Dec. 2021
Nicholas Florko, The Atlantic, 15 Apr. 2025
According to the analysis, 50% of participants used funds for education and training, 70% were less likely to be evicted and the group overall was three times more likely to be able to afford a $400 emergency expense compared to nonparticipants.
—Marina Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 7 Nov. 2024
The new feature—and the key difference from existing climate agreements—is a penalty for nonparticipants and countries that fail to meet their obligations.
—William Nordhaus, Foreign Affairs, 12 Oct. 2021
Meals served through federal programs must meet certain nutrition requirements, and according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, students who participate in school meals consume more whole grains, milk, fruits and vegetables during mealtimes than nonparticipants.
—The Arizona Republic, 18 Apr. 2024
But the median income of nonparticipants was just $42,000, meaning half of nonparticipants made less than that.
—Jeanne Sahadi, CNN, 15 June 2023
He was officially listed as a nonparticipant in that session.
—Jim McBride, BostonGlobe.com, 5 Oct. 2022
James was on the field again Thursday in Costa Mesa but remained a nonparticipant in drills.
—Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2022
Like Catholic University, also a nonparticipant, Trinity Washington is near the Brookland-CUA station on the Red Line.
—Washington Post, 4 Dec. 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nonparticipant
Noun
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The Indian government has cracked down in areas where Maoist groups are active – an approach that, while appearing to reduce the threat level, has been criticized by some observers as heavy-handed and prone to abuse.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
15 May 2025
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Roberts, Barrett and Gorsuch are seen as key swing votes Two conservative justices — John Roberts and Amy Coney Barrett — are seen by veteran court observers as the most likely swing votes in the birthright citizenship case.—
David Catanese,
Miami Herald,
15 May 2025
Noun
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Tens of thousands of spectators have packed St. Peter's Square at the Vatican, waiting for the white smoke that signals the election of a new pope.—
Rebecca Morin,
USA Today,
8 May 2025
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When the popular aquatic show debuted in 2010, the theater’s massive pool and multi-level stage attracted 6 million spectators during its initial run.—
Spencer Whaley,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
Noun
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The game often involves ski masks and toy guns, which can be mistaken for real threats by bystanders or law enforcement.—
Jazmin Towe,
Parents,
9 May 2025
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Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is awaiting trial at The Hague for crimes against humanity, over a brutal war on drug dealers that killed possibly thousands of people, including many innocents and bystanders, with barely any kind of due process.—
Kathleen Magramo,
CNN Money,
9 May 2025
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As the papal conclave begins on May 7, thousands of onlookers will gather in St. Peter's Square in Vatican City, eager for the first update on who will be the next leader of the Catholic Church.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
8 May 2025
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The 10-minute limit opened the door and allowed onlookers to call for help.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2025
Cite this Entry
“Nonparticipant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonparticipant. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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