as in having
to keep, control, or experience as one's own
we own a modest house and an equally modest car
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Recent Examples of owning
Minimalism is about intention, not owning as little as possible.
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Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 21 Jan. 2026
For most players, owning three consoles remains the practical route.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 20 Jan. 2026
That is very powerful, not to be so influenced by trends or actually knowing what's right for you and owning that and what works for you.
—Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 20 Jan. 2026
Kunkle insists on owning the buildings in which her stores are located, which, like her product mix, gives her more flexibility.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 20 Jan. 2026
Allocating Across Regime Shifts True diversification is more than owning many securities.
—Garth Friesen, Forbes.com, 20 Jan. 2026
Chieng appealed to the scientist in Dubner while absolutely owning the pop scientist, and that’s a gorgeous move for an interviewer.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 9 Jan. 2026
Dane, of Sanford, sold his car last year because of the high costs associated with owning a vehicle and has since relied on public transportation.
—Martin E. Comas, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 Jan. 2026
The castle dates to the late 1700s, according to the castle's website, with Scottish royalty owning it over the years.
—Christopher Kuhagen, jsonline.com, 8 Jan. 2026
Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 21 Jan. 2026
For most players, owning three consoles remains the practical route.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 20 Jan. 2026
That is very powerful, not to be so influenced by trends or actually knowing what's right for you and owning that and what works for you.
—Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 20 Jan. 2026
Kunkle insists on owning the buildings in which her stores are located, which, like her product mix, gives her more flexibility.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 20 Jan. 2026
Allocating Across Regime Shifts True diversification is more than owning many securities.
—Garth Friesen, Forbes.com, 20 Jan. 2026
Chieng appealed to the scientist in Dubner while absolutely owning the pop scientist, and that’s a gorgeous move for an interviewer.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 9 Jan. 2026
Dane, of Sanford, sold his car last year because of the high costs associated with owning a vehicle and has since relied on public transportation.
—Martin E. Comas, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 Jan. 2026
The castle dates to the late 1700s, according to the castle's website, with Scottish royalty owning it over the years.
—Christopher Kuhagen, jsonline.com, 8 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for owning
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The Minnesota Timberwolves are not having a good week.—
Bryan Toporek,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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Executive Director of the Massachusetts Fiscal Alliance Paul Craney wasn’t having it, saying high utility bills in Massachusetts are the fault of Healey’s policies and the state’s NetZero by 2050 climate mandate, which favors solar, wind and battery power over natural gas.—
Boston Herald editorial staff,
Boston Herald,
23 Jan. 2026
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He was charged with felony counts of first-degree murder and possessing a weapon.—
Jeramie Bizzle,
CBS News,
12 Jan. 2026
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The single-page document shows that Marquez and Hunter are seeking a presidential pardon for Liddy, who was convicted in 2020 of possessing child pornography.—
Jeff McDonald,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Jan. 2026
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The snow skirt, elastic cuffs, and elasticized side panels ensured a snug, warmth-retaining fit, but there was still room for my other layers underneath when necessary.—
Outside,
Outside,
23 Jan. 2026
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So, Ukraine is retaining its industrial potential even under pressure.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
23 Jan. 2026
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This successful squad is led by head coach Omar McMillan, who is really enjoying the ride this season.—
Marielle Mohs,
CBS News,
22 Jan. 2026
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Visit in January for the best chance of enjoying these beauties in optimal wintry weather.—
Cailey Rizzo,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Jan. 2026
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“Owning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/owning. Accessed 25 Jan. 2026.
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