ordonnances

Definition of ordonnancesnext
plural of ordonnance
as in formats
the way in which the elements of something (as a work of art) are arranged the novel's intricate ordonnance might not be apparent to the casual reader

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Noun
  • If every equipment supplier develops proprietary AI systems with unique interfaces and data formats, manufacturers will likely face overwhelming integration challenges, spending resources on plumbing rather than process improvement.
    Joel Scutchfield, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026
  • The model is designed to process multiple input formats and generate output video that reflects combined instructions rather than isolated prompts.
    Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 22 May 2026
Noun
  • Kin caregivers particularly struggle to afford housing with enough rooms and accessible, aging-friendly layouts.
    Jayme Fraser, USA Today, 14 May 2026
  • The permanent pavers add a personal touch to any outdoor area through distinctive layouts and textures.
    Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 13 May 2026
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  • Having also grown up in Puerto Rico, Soto now intentionally repurposes objects and designs from her childhood into pieces of art that represent life on the small island, such as her upholstered plastic lawn chairs, which are deeply connected to Puerto Rican culture.
    Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 17 May 2026
  • The two-piece creation was the first of two designs from Rose, an Oscar winner.
    Julie Tremaine, PEOPLE, 17 May 2026
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  • The space observatory mapped the motions and compositions of 2 billion stars across the Milky Way between July 2014 and January 2025.
    Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 23 May 2026
  • Ultimately, Orcutt and Fratti landed on a set of compositions that conjure an aching sense of nostalgia and familiarity through cello and guitar melodies that interweave and blossom like a trellis-climbing vine.
    Hattie Lindert, Pitchfork, 22 May 2026
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  • Capital requirements, custody arrangements, and product design choices that depend on final rules will not have final rules at the 270-day mark.
    Zennon Kapron, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
  • China’s Commerce Ministry merely confirmed arrangements on procuring aircraft and ensuing China’s supply of aircraft engines – technology where China still lags the US.
    Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 18 May 2026
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  • The basic themes of Hearst’s life and the novels that dramatize it remain distressingly relevant.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 21 May 2026
  • Marcus Morris-Eyton, a portfolio manager at AllianceBernstein, said the sector’s recent selloff has created more attractive entry points into long-term military spending themes.
    Hugh Leask, CNBC, 20 May 2026
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  • The idea is being studied by scientists, who warn that impacts may be unpredictable, including changes in rain patterns, draughts and unforeseen weather changes.
    Tereza Pultarova, Space.com, 18 May 2026
  • So, too, has ball progression from their initial build-up phase after last summer’s sale of Trent Alexander-Arnold to Real Madrid, as well as a lack of patterns of play in the final third.
    Carl Anka, New York Times, 17 May 2026
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  • Kira creates original patterns inspired by traditional Japanese motifs, including wagara, the decorative designs commonly found in kimono textiles.
    Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 14 May 2026
  • Merging the world of racing with feminine touches for fan merch, racing graphic motifs are paired with puff ink, embroidery, vintage-washed and checkerboard patterns for apparel and accessories.
    Kanika Talwar, Footwear News, 14 May 2026
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“Ordonnances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ordonnances. Accessed 24 May. 2026.

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