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 vice president took questions from Turning Point executive Andrew Kolvet instead of Erika Kirk, who began leading the organization after the killing of her husband Charlie Kirk.
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Bill Barrow, Los Angeles Times, 15 Apr. 2026
Hamas and multiple international organizations operating in Gaza have said Israel is not upholding its side of the deal, something Israel has denied while accusing Hamas of its own violations.
—Jeremy Diamond, CNN Money, 15 Apr. 2026
Fathers and children from local community groups and representatives from parenting and family organizations were invited to the fun event, where small children were entertained with crafts and, of course, the popular Australian children's entertainment group, The Wiggles.
—Megan Hustwaite, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026
The first two years were about establishing culture, absorbing pain and building enough internal trust for the organization to believe its process was sound.
—C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 15 Apr. 2026
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Bill Barrow, Los Angeles Times, 15 Apr. 2026
Hamas and multiple international organizations operating in Gaza have said Israel is not upholding its side of the deal, something Israel has denied while accusing Hamas of its own violations.
—Jeremy Diamond, CNN Money, 15 Apr. 2026
Fathers and children from local community groups and representatives from parenting and family organizations were invited to the fun event, where small children were entertained with crafts and, of course, the popular Australian children's entertainment group, The Wiggles.
—Megan Hustwaite, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026
The first two years were about establishing culture, absorbing pain and building enough internal trust for the organization to believe its process was sound.
—C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 15 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for organization
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People on my block were unhappy, and block association president was unhappy.—
Jesse Zanger,
CBS News,
13 Apr. 2026
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Eighty-six percent of college and university leaders are worried about their schools' long-term financial viability, according to a survey in December by the American Council on Education, the principal industry association.—
Jon Marcus,
NPR,
13 Apr. 2026
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The institution crafted a two-day conference for adult learners a couple of months later, featuring panels and speakers designed to reach that student population.—
Elizabeth Hernandez,
Denver Post,
12 Apr. 2026
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Part of the Republican administration’s preparations to celebrate the 250th anniversary have included putting pressure on federal institutions, including the Smithsonian, to tell a version of history that is less focused on discrimination and episodes of racial violence.—
Gary Fields,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Apr. 2026
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The fashion institute received 200 applications for the inaugural cohort of 15 students, who started in October and received certificates of completion in February, said Jacqueline Jenkins, the executive director of the school’s Center for Continuing and Professional Studies.—
Anne D'Innocenzio,
Boston Herald,
12 Apr. 2026
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The institute is also working on a $50 million program that will use a rover to collect and analyze lunar samples for age and composition.—
Brandon Lingle,
Austin American Statesman,
10 Apr. 2026
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Hitching is particularly good at connecting you to those living at the margins of society — the kinds of people many of us don’t encounter often through normal channels and the media.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
14 Apr. 2026
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The government estimates that half a million people living in the shadows of Spanish society could be eligible to apply; analysts say the number is likely higher.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 Apr. 2026
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Collins has also filed a complaint against the school and fraternity, alleging the same set of circumstances that led to the deadly crash.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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In some ways, cancer has created a fraternity among some players like Taillon, and former Cubs Anthony Rizzo and Jon Lester — all cancer survivors.—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2026
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Rahman says she was removed from the chamber during the address and arrested.—
Maria Lisignoli,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
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Two team presidents sat inside the council chambers as the ordinance passed, more than a gesture of appreciation.—
Sam McDowell,
Kansas City Star,
17 Apr. 2026
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Travel through time and reflect on the genesis, journey, and brotherhood of the multidimensional rap trio from Yonkers, The LOX.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
16 Apr. 2026
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Their chemistry, rooted in genuine brotherhood, has become central to the brand’s appeal.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
16 Apr. 2026
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Investigators say a disturbance between two groups inside a business carried over into the parking lot and a female suspect got into her car, killing one while injuring a man and two other women.—
Doug Myers,
CBS News,
18 Apr. 2026
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This group exhibition is the third in a series of shows at Art Produce Gallery in North Park, presented by Space 4 Art, and curated by Alessandra Moctezuma, professor of museum studies and gallery director at San Diego Mesa College.—
Lisa Deaderick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Apr. 2026
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“Organization.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/organization. Accessed 18 Apr. 2026.
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