Thesaurus results for PROPERTIES

properties

noun

plural of property

as in plots

a small piece of land that is developed or available for development bought a secluded property in the mountains

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something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind the ability to be magnetized is a common property of metals

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Recent Examples of properties Homeowners in Keller's Marshall Ridge neighborhood had opposed the project, saying they were blindsided by plans to build the massive data center just a few hundred feet from their properties. — Doug Myers, CBS News, 13 Nov. 2026 Unlike conventional visual simulations, these environments incorporate physical properties such as object mass and friction, allowing robots to learn how objects respond to contact and movement. — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 13 Nov. 2026 Rather than simply hiring more YouTubers or adapting unusual internet properties, is the real lesson to take chances on newer, original voices, regardless of platform or genre? — Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 13 Nov. 2026 It’s now split into two $300 credits semiannually and can also be applied to Fine Hotels + Resorts and The Hotel Collection properties. — Ryley Amond, CNBC, 13 Nov. 2026 Hundreds of buyers who had invested in properties were left waiting for answers. — Chris Matthews, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Nov. 2026 Established three years ago by the hospitality operator controlled by LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, the Belmond prize offers a residency at one of its luxury properties and financial support to create a new body of work. — Miles Socha, Footwear News, 13 Nov. 2026 Thaxton’s hotel-restaurant expertise also includes Capella Pedregal in Cabo San Lucas and multiple Ritz-Carlton properties. — Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Nov. 2026 Another main feature is an attempt to reduce real estate speculation by impeding any company involved in the real estate market from buying properties for less than 70% of their value. — ABC News, 12 Nov. 2026

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Linking satellite imagery of those plots to supplier records and purchase orders in the ERP turns a paper declaration into evidence an auditor or customs officer can check.

— Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 12 Nov. 2026
In a joint declaration issued Wednesday following a meeting in Paris, G7 foreign ministers expressed grave concern about Iranian involvement in violent plots targeting people and territory in their countries.

— Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 12 Nov. 2026

Definition of plots

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Newman said Apple exhibits many characteristics of a consumer staples stock, such as predictable replacement demand, pricing power with suppliers and customers, relatively low investment needs and steady cash returns to shareholders.

— Deena Zaidi, CNBC, 13 Nov. 2026
Despite the weight difference, Specialized says the FACT 10r offers the same stiffness and comfort characteristics as its lighter sibling.

— Eric Bangeman, ArsTechnica, 13 Nov. 2026

Definition of characteristics

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Change has been constant for the concept, which promises to bring new businesses to one of the last open tracts in the Barber Valley’s development plan.

— Mark Dee, Idaho Statesman, 3 Nov. 2026
Census tracts generally contain between 1,000 and 8,000 residents, with an optimum size of 4,000 people to help standardize population counts.

— Mia Cathell, The Washington Examiner, 30 Oct. 2026

Definition of tracts

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Tuesday’s show of appreciation reinforced the importance of civility and respect for public institutions in America — qualities too often lacking in the public square these days.

— Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 12 Nov. 2026
But reflecting on my time on both sides of the table, four qualities stand out to me.

— Mary Minno, Forbes.com, 12 Nov. 2026

Definition of qualities

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The properties included two oceanfront parcels once owned by Estée Lauder heir William Lauder, along with neighboring homes belonging to media executive Cathie Black and her husband, attorney Thomas Harvey.

— Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 4 Nov. 2026
In other cases, developers have told towns that decade-old ideas for enormous retail development of open parcels simply aren’t practical anymore.

— Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 1 Nov. 2026

Definition of parcels

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Shane Hemphill is a landscape design expert and co-founder of Art of the Yard, a Denver company that specializes in water features and garden landscapes.

— The Spruce, The Spruce, 8 Nov. 2026
Accessibility Public spaces, restaurants, fitness center, spa, pools, and guest rooms with accessibility features are available.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Nov. 2026

Definition of features

Noun

One of the property’s biggest attributes was a surprising quarter-acre backyard.

— Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Nov. 2026
For Brandeis, our ad campaign focused on its core historical attributes of social justice and as a welcoming and safe home for all individuals.

— Ellis Verdi, Forbes.com, 5 Nov. 2026

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