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as in locations
the area or space occupied by or intended for something
the place chosen for the picnic there's the place where I left my umbrella
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2
as in facilities
a building, room, or suite of rooms occupied by a service business
we're going to our favorite place to eat
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3
as in positions
an assignment at which one regularly works for pay
a friend got her a place in a department store's clothing department
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as in purposes
the action for which a person or thing is specially fitted or used or for which a thing exists
knew his place in the organization
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as in residences
the place where one lives
they have a nice little place in the country
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as in levels
the placement of someone or something in relation to others in a vertical arrangement
came in fourth place in the marathon
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as in niches
a situation or activity for which a person or thing is best suited
with skills largely limited to those honed from endless hours of video games, he was having a hard time finding a place in the business world
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as in situates
to arrange something in a certain spot or position
he carefully placed the flowers in a vase
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as in ranks
to arrange or assign according to type
I'd place those cyclists in the advanced group for the training ride
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3
as in estimates
to decide the size, amount, number, or distance of (something) without actual measurement
I'd place that as roughly the third largest house in the neighborhood
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5
as in names
to pick (someone) by one's authority for a specific position or duty
placed the recent college grad in the company's research and development division
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as in introduces
to present or bring forward for discussion
once again the issue of recurrent vandalism at the high school was placed before the town council
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as in recruits
to provide with a paying job
most of the trainees at the TV station are placed in clerical positions
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Recent Examples of places
Arthur Jones Ii, ABC News, 15 Sep. 2025
Here are luckiest numbers, places to play Did anyone win Powerball last night, September 13, 2025?
—Chris Sims, IndyStar, 14 Sep. 2025
In recent years, the region has also been transformed by the opening of luxurious, design-centric hotels in places where high-end lodging has historically been nonexistent.
—Katie Lockhart, Travel + Leisure, 14 Sep. 2025
And heightened security measures – whether widespread bag checks in places where nearly everyone is carrying a bag or the use of metal detectors – slow that down.
—Ray Sanchez, CNN Money, 14 Sep. 2025
Was putting the ball in great places for wideouts to make some plays, protection-wise.
—Pete Sampson, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2025
So, government in these places doesn’t give it to minorities.
—Paul Tilsley, FOXNews.com, 14 Sep. 2025
With a focus on empathy, culture and nuance, Scheffler’s reporting highlights the moments and places that connect us.
—Daniel Scheffler, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
Frost is likely for most places with temperatures in the low to mid 30s, and even some freezing temperatures up north.
—Joe Edwards, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Sep. 2025
Kyle Reiman, ABC News, 16 Sep. 2025
The man then places the blanket in the baby's bassinet and leaves another one on Jax's bed, even letting the animal sniff Hogan's labor gown.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Sep. 2025
Global context The development places the DF-5C alongside other modern heavy ICBMs such as Russia’s Sarmat, which weighs over 200 tonnes (20,0000 Kg) and is designed to carry multiple warheads, including hypersonic glide vehicles.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 15 Sep. 2025
Her interdisciplinary approach, blending color theory, architectural structure, and conceptual storytelling, places her among the next generation of fashion disruptors.
—Lee Sharrock, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
The organization, which is helmed by Olivia Walton (who is married to the grandson of Sam Walton), places museum-quality works in spots like restaurants, bars, parks, and even the airport.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 15 Sep. 2025
Each telling places me in the eternal present tense.
—David Greig
september 15, Literary Hub, 15 Sep. 2025
The annual earnings report makes for interesting reading during a time when both LVMH and Kering have taken significant hits while brands such as Brunello Cucinelli—which also places a priority on sourcing, ethical production, and transparency—have seen sales rise.
—Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 13 Sep. 2025
How Teach for America grew in New Orleans Many of the new teachers came to New Orleans through Teach For America, or TFA, a national program that places mostly recent college grads in public schools for two years.
—Aubri Juhasz, NPR, 8 Sep. 2025
Noun
The bans are mandated in places such as Arkansas, Texas, Virginia and more.
—Arthur Jones Ii, ABC News, 15 Sep. 2025
Here are luckiest numbers, places to play Did anyone win Powerball last night, September 13, 2025?
—Chris Sims, IndyStar, 14 Sep. 2025
In recent years, the region has also been transformed by the opening of luxurious, design-centric hotels in places where high-end lodging has historically been nonexistent.
—Katie Lockhart, Travel + Leisure, 14 Sep. 2025
And heightened security measures – whether widespread bag checks in places where nearly everyone is carrying a bag or the use of metal detectors – slow that down.
—Ray Sanchez, CNN Money, 14 Sep. 2025
Was putting the ball in great places for wideouts to make some plays, protection-wise.
—Pete Sampson, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2025
So, government in these places doesn’t give it to minorities.
—Paul Tilsley, FOXNews.com, 14 Sep. 2025
With a focus on empathy, culture and nuance, Scheffler’s reporting highlights the moments and places that connect us.
—Daniel Scheffler, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
Frost is likely for most places with temperatures in the low to mid 30s, and even some freezing temperatures up north.
—Joe Edwards, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Sep. 2025
Verb
However, places further north, like the Upper Peninsula of Michigan and most of Wisconsin, look to be in a good spot to see an on-time and vibrant peak foliage.
—Kyle Reiman, ABC News, 16 Sep. 2025
The man then places the blanket in the baby's bassinet and leaves another one on Jax's bed, even letting the animal sniff Hogan's labor gown.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Sep. 2025
Global context The development places the DF-5C alongside other modern heavy ICBMs such as Russia’s Sarmat, which weighs over 200 tonnes (20,0000 Kg) and is designed to carry multiple warheads, including hypersonic glide vehicles.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 15 Sep. 2025
Her interdisciplinary approach, blending color theory, architectural structure, and conceptual storytelling, places her among the next generation of fashion disruptors.
—Lee Sharrock, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
The organization, which is helmed by Olivia Walton (who is married to the grandson of Sam Walton), places museum-quality works in spots like restaurants, bars, parks, and even the airport.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 15 Sep. 2025
Each telling places me in the eternal present tense.
—David Greig
september 15, Literary Hub, 15 Sep. 2025
The annual earnings report makes for interesting reading during a time when both LVMH and Kering have taken significant hits while brands such as Brunello Cucinelli—which also places a priority on sourcing, ethical production, and transparency—have seen sales rise.
—Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 13 Sep. 2025
How Teach for America grew in New Orleans Many of the new teachers came to New Orleans through Teach For America, or TFA, a national program that places mostly recent college grads in public schools for two years.
—Aubri Juhasz, NPR, 8 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for places
Noun
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What Pinstripes locations are closed?—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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So far, Starlink will receive $300 million to serve over 200,000 locations under BEAD, even though the satellite internet service is already available to consumers across the US.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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This book contains rules for building headquarters for any super team with facilities that can affect game play.—
Rob Wieland,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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If a company commits to build domestically, it should be required to place those production facilities into service before receiving tariff exemptions or other government support.—
Joel Thayer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Sep. 2025
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Unlike traditional venture investors tied to LP capital cycles, family offices tend to hold positions longer and are more likely to re-up in subsequent rounds.—
Lyssanoel Frater,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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Toward commercial use Kepler positions the latest gait upgrade as expanding K2’s applicability in commercial and industrial settings.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The information provided in this article is for general informational and educational purposes only.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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In a 2004 study, the United States Institute of Peace said that hundreds of terrorist groups had migrated online, utilizing a tool meant for better communication for often nefarious purposes.—
Richard Frankel,
ABC News,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Even today, restaurants are significantly more likely than residences to have dishwashing machines — and use them.—
Jeremy Lott,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Sep. 2025
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Mohd currently has about 100 employees, including a team of architects specialized in the design of environments and interiors, residences, offices, hotels and showrooms to facilitate swift execution of delivery and completion of projects.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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In some cases, triglyceride levels rose by factors of 100 or more.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
13 Sep. 2025
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Beets should be consumed 60 to 90 minutes before a workout to let nitrate levels peak.—
Stephanie Brown,
Verywell Health,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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His friends within the industry carved out their own niches in the vintage fashion world, some rising to own brick-and-mortar stores.—
Haley Sawyer,
Oc Register,
4 Sep. 2025
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It was built for the education sector and found niches in therapy, autism interventions, and STEM.—
Joe Salas
August 30,
New Atlas,
30 Aug. 2025
Noun
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From beginning stages of planning, the layout, walkways, irrigation, fertilization, planting varieties of roses and the tools needed for successful rose gardening.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Sep. 2025
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After more than 20 years of setbacks, Union Pacific Park in Fullerton is in the final stages of a complete overhaul and should be back open to the public by the end of the year.—
Lou Ponsi,
Oc Register,
16 Sep. 2025
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“Places.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/places. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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