as in moving
to change the place or position of
those volumes have been relocated to the second floor of the library
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Recent Examples of relocating
Before the giraffes were reported missing, state officials were looking into relocating four giraffes from the zoo after about 100 animals were seized during an investigation into animal abuse.
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Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
22 June 2026
The project will have a net increase of six gates by relocating two gates to the east side and adding six new gates on the west side.
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Sacbee.com,
22 June 2026
Now, following the pandemic, Palm Beach has become a leading destination for families relocating from New Jersey, New York, and California.
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Eliza Griswold,
New Yorker,
22 June 2026
If a walnut tree is the cause of your problem, consider relocating your tomato plantings.
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Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
21 June 2026
Events already relocating elsewhere Davis said the delay has already forced nine events to move and could push as many as 30 more to do the same in 2030.
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Dawn White,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
Pearson told the Idaho Statesman earlier in the week that relocating the bear found in a tree in a Nampa neighborhood was a rare outcome for a bear in town.
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Nicole Blanchard,
Idaho Statesman,
18 June 2026
Today, Gregory is living in Nashville after relocating there from Miami to help open a new restaurant location — turning a temporary assignment into a permanent move and a fresh, new chapter.
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Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
13 June 2026
Once celebrated as a breakthrough for Chinese AI startups taking on American rivals, Manus has become a cautionary tale for entrepreneurs looking to shed their Chinese image by relocating to countries such as Singapore.
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Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
12 June 2026
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
22 June 2026
The project will have a net increase of six gates by relocating two gates to the east side and adding six new gates on the west side.
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Sacbee.com,
22 June 2026
Now, following the pandemic, Palm Beach has become a leading destination for families relocating from New Jersey, New York, and California.
—
Eliza Griswold,
New Yorker,
22 June 2026
If a walnut tree is the cause of your problem, consider relocating your tomato plantings.
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Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
21 June 2026
Events already relocating elsewhere Davis said the delay has already forced nine events to move and could push as many as 30 more to do the same in 2030.
—
Dawn White,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
Pearson told the Idaho Statesman earlier in the week that relocating the bear found in a tree in a Nampa neighborhood was a rare outcome for a bear in town.
—
Nicole Blanchard,
Idaho Statesman,
18 June 2026
Today, Gregory is living in Nashville after relocating there from Miami to help open a new restaurant location — turning a temporary assignment into a permanent move and a fresh, new chapter.
—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
13 June 2026
Once celebrated as a breakthrough for Chinese AI startups taking on American rivals, Manus has become a cautionary tale for entrepreneurs looking to shed their Chinese image by relocating to countries such as Singapore.
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Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
12 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for relocating
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Ashton's journey from moving bins to cleaning them demonstrates that a complete roadmap isn't necessary; curiosity and taking the next step are crucial.
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These wearable devices are rapidly moving away from novelty into the mainstream.
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Regular care prevents yellowing by removing oils and buildup that dull fabrics over time.
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Bart Jansen Trump called the court removing restrictions on political spending a victory for Republicans and free speech.
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When in a group, space out to prevent the current from transferring between individuals.
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The Coast Guard towed one boat to Queen’s Landing near Buckingham Fountain, and took the other vessel in tow, transferring its passengers to the Chicago Marine Police Department headquarters, the press release said.
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Despite the extra funding, the budget continues a trend of relying on reserves, shifting funds, borrowing and suspending debt payments to balance state spending.
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Its advanced traction control and adaptive gait algorithms enable secure movement across slippery, loose, or shifting surfaces, including gravel, sand, wet metal grating, and cluttered factory floors.
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“Relocating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relocating. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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