1
as in missions
a specific task with which a person or group is charged
a secret operation which, if it is discovered, the government will deny any knowledge of
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2
as in processes
a usually fixed or ordered series of actions or events leading to a result
a specific mathematical operation is required in order to get the correct answer
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as in managements
the act or activity of looking after and making decisions about something
given the constant threat of robbery, the operation of a convenience store can be quite stressful
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as in applications
the act or practice of employing something for a particular purpose
a considerable amount of training is required for the operation of these new high-tech weapons systems
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Recent Examples of operations
The airline company cited costs associated with the operations as the reason for its decision.
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Washington Examiner Staff, The Washington Examiner, 7 Jan. 2026
According to the founders, the goal was not to create a flashy robotic spectacle but a functional tool that integrates seamlessly into hospitality operations.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 7 Jan. 2026
Local fire and government authorities are notified prior to burn days and kept informed throughout prescribed fire operations.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 7 Jan. 2026
Orpin did not respond to follow-up questions concerning the fate of the cidery's canning and retail sales operations.
—Arkansas Online, 7 Jan. 2026
After graduating from Penn State University in 1969, Sheetz became supervisor and director of operations for all four Sheetz stores.
—Madeline Bartos, CBS News, 6 Jan. 2026
After graduating from Penn State, he was named the supervisor and director of operations for the company’s four locations in 1969.
—David Matthews, New York Daily News, 6 Jan. 2026
The shutdown has disrupted federal operations, delayed pay for hundreds of thousands of workers, and put critical programs at risk.
—Deputy News Editor, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Nov. 2025
Here's what to know about Costco operations on Veterans Day 2025.
—Alex Perry, Cincinnati Enquirer, 11 Nov. 2025
Washington Examiner Staff, The Washington Examiner, 7 Jan. 2026
According to the founders, the goal was not to create a flashy robotic spectacle but a functional tool that integrates seamlessly into hospitality operations.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 7 Jan. 2026
Local fire and government authorities are notified prior to burn days and kept informed throughout prescribed fire operations.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 7 Jan. 2026
Orpin did not respond to follow-up questions concerning the fate of the cidery's canning and retail sales operations.
—Arkansas Online, 7 Jan. 2026
After graduating from Penn State University in 1969, Sheetz became supervisor and director of operations for all four Sheetz stores.
—Madeline Bartos, CBS News, 6 Jan. 2026
After graduating from Penn State, he was named the supervisor and director of operations for the company’s four locations in 1969.
—David Matthews, New York Daily News, 6 Jan. 2026
The shutdown has disrupted federal operations, delayed pay for hundreds of thousands of workers, and put critical programs at risk.
—Deputy News Editor, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Nov. 2025
Here's what to know about Costco operations on Veterans Day 2025.
—Alex Perry, Cincinnati Enquirer, 11 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for operations
Noun
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The interface incorporates gamification elements such as badges, achievements, and cocktail discovery missions tied to different locations.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Jan. 2026
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Each Smart Tag acts as a key for specific reactions and sounds, and these can also unlock mini-games with missions and goals.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
6 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Interactions and internal processes send cool gas drifting inward.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Jan. 2026
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Park hailed the resilience of the community, and how residents organized block by block when there was no roadmap for recovery, and insurance and bureaucratic processes felt impossible to navigate alone.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
10 Jan. 2026
Noun
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In such a scenario, IPOs offer a better play for the Indian markets as managements and bankers price the issue attractively, drawing significant investor interest, experts told CNBC.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
18 Sep. 2025
Noun
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At this point reduce watering to 2 to 3 times per week, apply light applications of fertilizer during the growing season, prune plants lightly in fall to winter, and add fresh mulch in fall.—
Lauren Landers,
The Spruce,
10 Jan. 2026
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The backpack-sized system uses compact hydrogen fuel cells to deliver long-lasting, stable power for applications where charging infrastructure is limited or unavailable.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Jan. 2026
Noun
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That said, many of the gains players made here won’t dramatically affect their bottom lines, and the reality is that most players on ECHL deals will still need those second jobs and other sources of income to continue to chase their dream of making it to the next level.—
James Mirtle,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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Both Tong and his counterpart in Rhode Island, Attorney General Peter Neronha, followed up with their own request on Monday which reiterated the developers’ claim that federal intervention risks raising costs for electric customers while upending thousands of local jobs.—
John Moritz,
Hartford Courant,
7 Jan. 2026
Noun
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But the jury in the federal civil lawsuit found that Moore violated Gillispie's rights by hiding evidence that would have helped Gillispie's defense and creating unfair lineup procedures for the victims.—
Laura A. Bischoff,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
7 Jan. 2026
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Drug policies and procedures are continuing to be adjusted to changing conditions, like in November when new sentencing guidelines took effect.—
Kevin Krause,
Dallas Morning News,
6 Jan. 2026
Noun
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These features are further enhanced by technology that adapts to individual preferences, such as smart shower controls and lighting systems tailored to each user.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Jan. 2026
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These product missteps have been further compounded by broader operational issues in the areas of marketing, supply chain and corporate cost controls.—
Kenneth Squire,
CNBC,
10 Jan. 2026
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Its modular architecture allows custom sizes, voltages, and geometries, enabling unconventional uses such as structural integration into vehicle frames, drones, or chassis designs.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Jan. 2026
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As proposed, the project will feature acres designated for industrial, retail and hotel uses.—
Mathew Miranda
January 6,
Sacbee.com,
6 Jan. 2026
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“Operations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/operations. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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