partitions 1 of 2

plural of partition

partitions

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of partition

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of partitions
Noun
Two further partitions followed in 1793 and 1795, and Poland would not return as an independent state until after World War I, at about one-third of its size before partition. David Armitage, Washington Post, 26 June 2026 The architect replaced rigid partitions with a curtain system to separate the bedroom, which then benefited from better airflow and light. Annabelle Dufraigne, Architectural Digest, 20 June 2026 Thoughtful details include four handles, making the bags a breeze to move, as well as partitions sewn to the bottom to avoid root entanglement. Quincy Bulin, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 May 2026 Roberts opened up the space by taking down office partitions in the roughly 1,500-square-foot store, 3941 Park Drive, Suite 80. Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 13 May 2026 Balconies are separated by relatively thin partitions, and sound carries easily outdoors. David Nikel, Forbes.com, 10 May 2026 From bright orange to casual khaki, this belt bag comes in a wide variety of colors, all crafted from waterproof fabric with plenty of pockets and partitions. Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 26 Apr. 2026 Inside, the seating has personal storage and moveable partitions for more seclusion or more socialization onboard as well as moody lighting. Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 13 Apr. 2026 Using multiple overwrite methods ensures that files, partitions, or entire drives are permanently deleted and not recoverable. Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 7 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for partitions
Noun
  • Companies in industrial parts, software, consulting and life sciences were the other sectors in the Southland that attracted venture investments.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026
  • Striking is a reproduction of a metallic structure with moving and rotating mechanical parts that reflected Lagerfeld’s Bauhaus influences, with 18 fur coats on display that seem to float and dance.
    Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 9 July 2026
Noun
  • Under the proposal, the fences will have entrances that can be open or closed, with the ability to restrict pedestrian access should the Secret Service determine heightened security measures are necessary.
    Tiago Ventura, Time, 14 July 2026
  • The sprawling Television City property is one of the most desirable locations in Los Angeles, sharing fences with the Original Farmers Market and the luxury Grove outdoor shopping center, each of which attracts millions of visitors every year.
    Roger Vincent, Los Angeles Times, 11 July 2026
Noun
  • Amanda Anisimova, alongside many others like Aryna Sabalenka, wore classic NikeCourt dresses with side splits.
    Merlisa Lawrence Corbett, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
  • Licensing calls for meticulous attention to ownership splits, territorial rights, and expiration dates.
    Faye Bradley, Variety, 2 July 2026
Verb
  • When the cell divides, one daughter cell might then inherit slightly more of the signaling molecule than the other.
    Quanta Magazine, Quanta Magazine, 13 July 2026
  • As that cell divides, embryonic stem cells give rise to the trillions of specialized cells that form the body’s organs and tissues.
    Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 10 July 2026
Noun
  • Clean larger produce, like melons, with a brush and cut away any bruised or damaged portions.
    Alex Nettles, AJC.com, 11 July 2026
  • Prosecutors on Thursday aired portions of a recorded interview with Robinson's roommate, Lance Twiggs.
    ABC News, ABC News, 10 July 2026
Noun
  • Vinyl wall decals, artful room dividers, peel-and-stick backsplash, sculptures and wooden signs can also work well in the bathroom, both visually and in terms of performance.
    BestReviews, Mercury News, 6 July 2026
  • To avoid such a disastrous scenario, try out this compact travel organizer complete with seven slot rolls and three rectangular dividers.
    Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 25 June 2026
Noun
  • Russia has used troll farms, fake social-media personas, and hacked materials to inflame political divisions in the United States, most notably during the 2016 campaign.
    Eric Cortellessa, Time, 14 July 2026
  • Market volatility often benefits trading divisions on Wall Street, but unlike in past bouts of turbulence, the IPO environment is also hot.
    J.D. Capelouto, semafor.com, 14 July 2026
Verb
  • While designing the Guggenheim in Bilbao, Spain, in the 1990s, the architect would sit by the river that bifurcates the city, looking at different metal treatments.
    Belinda Luscombe, Time, 6 Dec. 2025
  • For example, Highway 17 currently bifurcates a piece planners hope to lock in through Los Gatos.
    San Francisco Chronicle, San Francisco Chronicle, 30 July 2021

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