Thesaurus results for ORGANIZATION

organization

noun

ˌȯr-gə-nə-ˈzā-shən

Definition of organization

as in association

a group of persons formally joined together for some common interest an organization of people devoted to promoting world peace

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Recent Examples of organization The Sacramento County League of Women Voters, a nonpartisan political organization, also endorsed the measure. — Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 4 Nov. 2026 Bruneau is a cofounder of the American Alternative Care Policy Network, a nonprofit organization that advocates for access to alternative healthcare therapies. — Sarah Owermohle, CNN Money, 3 Nov. 2026 She was not endorsed by the left-wing political organization, but drew endorsements from a number of major progressive figures and campaigned alongside Bernie Sanders and former President Barack Obama. — Tovah Lazaroff, Sun Sentinel, 3 Nov. 2026 Kanzler was the Cubs' director of player development, leading the organization’s minor league system, players and coaching staff. — ABC News, 3 Nov. 2026 See All Example Sentences for organization

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Noun

Much of that money has been used for TV advertisements and mailers portraying Vang as an extremist, highlighting her association with Piker and her refusal to say the Pledge of Allegiance.

— Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 30 Oct. 2026
The company went public in 2019 during the special-purpose acquisition company boom, boosted by its association with the charismatic Branson, who rang the New York Stock Exchange’s opening bell on the company’s trading debut.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 29 Oct. 2026

Definition of association

Noun

Save suspicious messages, account statements, confirmation numbers and notes from conversations with institutions.

— Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 24 Oct. 2026
CineGouna now encompasses Funding; Forum, a program of panels, masterclasses and industry discussions; Market, which connects filmmakers with companies and institutions; and Emerge, its initiative for young and emerging talent.

— Essie Assibu, Variety, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of institution

Noun

More independents lean Democratic (36%) than Republican (16%), according to the institute.

— Dakota Smith, Los Angeles Times, 30 Oct. 2026
Since 1996, the institute has run the library grant program that descended from the legislation that Eisenhower signed into law.

— Alex H. Poole, The Conversation, 30 Oct. 2026

Definition of institute

Noun

And there’s also the theory that letting people engage in abusive and cruel behavior with an interactive program that can’t shut itself down is bad for society in general, Campbell said.

— Hadas Gold, CNN Money, 1 Nov. 2026
On the other hand, proponents might argue that reliably identifying individuals at risk of committing serious crimes could benefit society.

— Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 1 Nov. 2026

Definition of society

Noun

James is facing calls for her removal from two of the fraternity brothers Jane Doe named in her civil lawsuit.

— Aaron Katersky, ABC News, 4 Nov. 2026
While under interim suspension, the fraternities are barred from participating in activities, including new member activities and events involving alcohol.

— Frederick Sutton Sinclair, CBS News, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of fraternity

Noun

The nonpartisan Cook Political Report’s final rating placed el Sayed in a favorable position to win, and its assessment also shifted the broader Senate battle toward Democrats, who are seeking to reclaim the chamber.

— Barnini Chakraborty, The Washington Examiner, 3 Nov. 2026
Next year, if Democrats claim the majority in both chambers, the GOP can’t expect quick dismissals.

— Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of chamber

Noun

The family-like environment and sense of brotherhood is what keeps him connected and committed to the program in addition to his passion to become a business owner.

— Nakell Williams, CBS News, 28 Oct. 2026
From the first meeting in Arizona with David Berson & Ross Molloy, to the brotherhood of the NFL Today desk, an unforgettable year with Ian, Evan, Ken & crew and now alongside legendary Jim Nantz, Tracy Wolfson, Rikhoff and the whole crew.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of brotherhood

Noun

Their decision to pull cash out of Georgia and North Carolina helped top Democratic groups approve new Senate spending in states like Mississippi, South Carolina, and Kansas.

— Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 4 Nov. 2026
Although the local law embraces triads, foursomes and other group relationships, the language bars registering of couples who have already declared other partnerships.

— Suhauna Hussain, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2026

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