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as in headquarters
a place from which authority is exercised
all applications had to be submitted at the county seat for proper processing
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as in bums
the part of the body upon which someone sits
fell down on his well-padded seat
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as in capitals
a thing or place that is of greatest importance to an activity or interest
a capital that is the seat of culture for the whole nation
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as in inducts
to put into an office or welcome into an organization with special ceremonies
one of the first appointments that he made after being seated as president of the state senate
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Recent Examples of seats
Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2025
That number turned even uglier when the Cubs tagged him for five runs in the opening inning, highlighted by Swanson’s three-run shot into the left-field seats, his 22nd of the season.
—Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 6 Sep. 2025
After several Phillies fans attempted to grab the home-run ball, one fan secured it before walking back to his spot several seats over to give it to a young boy, dropping it in his glove and giving him a big hug.
—Bailey Richards, PEOPLE, 6 Sep. 2025
The Marlins have also offered the family to return to a Marlins game with seats in the PNC Club or a suite, along with on-field access to batting practice.
—Alex Krutchik, Miami Herald, 6 Sep. 2025
The Edge is proposing changes to the current vacant board seats and is in dialogue with the company.
—Jim Osman, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
In the coming weeks, Texas’s Democratic lawmakers will flee the state in an attempt to stop its GOP legislature from drawing a map that disenfranchises their voters and leaves Crockett’s House colleagues in danger of losing their seats in 2026.
—Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 5 Sep. 2025
The main opposition People’s Party, which holds the most seats by a single party, threw its conditional support behind Anutin’s party, Bhumjaithai.
—Helen Regan, CNN Money, 5 Sep. 2025
In Wisconsin, 2026 will be a defining year, with a wide-open race for governor and several seats up for election in the Senate, creating an opportunity for Democrats to change the power dynamics in the Legislature.
—Jessie Opoien, jsonline.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Sep. 2025
There are 39 national board seats up for election this year, along with all local officer, local board, and convention delegate positions.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 4 Sep. 2025
Other highlights include a colorful green kitchen with a vintage range, a formal dining room that seats up to 10 people, and a cozy family room with a massive adobe-style fireplace.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 3 Sep. 2025
The restaurant is led by the six-Michelin starred Argentinian chef Paulo Airaudo and seats 18 guests.
—Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2025
Nearby is a dining table that seats two.
—New Atlas, 3 Sep. 2025
Their new Supper Series, in partnership with the Good Food Guide, seats just 14 people in L’Epicerie overlooking the marble pass.
—Lela London, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
The standard size fits up to five people (the Sauana Mini fits two; the Sauna XL seats up to seven), with a folding bench that allows for more movement space instead of seating.
—Sierra Shafer, Outside, 28 Aug. 2025
And will also be larger than the Lucid Gravity SUV, which seats up to seven adults, used for the upcoming Uber autonomous taxi service.
—Charles Singh, USA Today, 24 Aug. 2025
Noun
The new contract is a clear sign that Gasly will remain an integral part of Alpine’s future plans, as well as warding off any possible interest in the Frenchman from teams further up the grid in the coming years when seats open up.
—Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2025
That number turned even uglier when the Cubs tagged him for five runs in the opening inning, highlighted by Swanson’s three-run shot into the left-field seats, his 22nd of the season.
—Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 6 Sep. 2025
After several Phillies fans attempted to grab the home-run ball, one fan secured it before walking back to his spot several seats over to give it to a young boy, dropping it in his glove and giving him a big hug.
—Bailey Richards, PEOPLE, 6 Sep. 2025
The Marlins have also offered the family to return to a Marlins game with seats in the PNC Club or a suite, along with on-field access to batting practice.
—Alex Krutchik, Miami Herald, 6 Sep. 2025
The Edge is proposing changes to the current vacant board seats and is in dialogue with the company.
—Jim Osman, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
In the coming weeks, Texas’s Democratic lawmakers will flee the state in an attempt to stop its GOP legislature from drawing a map that disenfranchises their voters and leaves Crockett’s House colleagues in danger of losing their seats in 2026.
—Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 5 Sep. 2025
The main opposition People’s Party, which holds the most seats by a single party, threw its conditional support behind Anutin’s party, Bhumjaithai.
—Helen Regan, CNN Money, 5 Sep. 2025
In Wisconsin, 2026 will be a defining year, with a wide-open race for governor and several seats up for election in the Senate, creating an opportunity for Democrats to change the power dynamics in the Legislature.
—Jessie Opoien, jsonline.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Verb
The stadium, which seats more than 2,700 people, erupted in cheers.
—Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Sep. 2025
There are 39 national board seats up for election this year, along with all local officer, local board, and convention delegate positions.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 4 Sep. 2025
Other highlights include a colorful green kitchen with a vintage range, a formal dining room that seats up to 10 people, and a cozy family room with a massive adobe-style fireplace.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 3 Sep. 2025
The restaurant is led by the six-Michelin starred Argentinian chef Paulo Airaudo and seats 18 guests.
—Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2025
Nearby is a dining table that seats two.
—New Atlas, 3 Sep. 2025
Their new Supper Series, in partnership with the Good Food Guide, seats just 14 people in L’Epicerie overlooking the marble pass.
—Lela London, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
The standard size fits up to five people (the Sauana Mini fits two; the Sauna XL seats up to seven), with a folding bench that allows for more movement space instead of seating.
—Sierra Shafer, Outside, 28 Aug. 2025
And will also be larger than the Lucid Gravity SUV, which seats up to seven adults, used for the upcoming Uber autonomous taxi service.
—Charles Singh, USA Today, 24 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for seats
Noun
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With both travel and programming budgets under pressure, all markets have to make a strong case to get buyer and seller bums on seats (or, more accurately, into screening booths and meeting rooms).—
Stewart Clarke,
Deadline,
28 Aug. 2025
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Ndiaye aside, Everton have long lacked bums-off-seats kinds of players.—
Patrick Boyland,
New York Times,
15 Aug. 2025
Noun
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As much as Putin’s chumminess with Xi and Modi might have sparked some discomfort in many European capitals, the group was brought together by a combination of need, economic pragmatism and opportunity, analysts say.—
Ivana Kottasová,
CNN Money,
4 Sep. 2025
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For travelers who are in their element in the halls of museums and hushed theaters, The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection offers a singular way to soak in the world’s cultural capitals—by sea.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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This upholstered bed sits close to the ground, delivering a modern look and a more spacious feel to your bedroom.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Sep. 2025
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The increase lifted his total fortune to $393 billion, ahead of Musk who sits at $385 billion, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index.—
Bloomberg,
Oc Register,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Olsen kept her glam simple for the evening and opted for a terracotta blush on her cheeks and a dusky mauve gloss on her lips.—
Starr Bowenbank,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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Choose products that multitask—like serums that hydrate and brighten, or cream sticks that work on eyes, lips, and cheeks.—
Larry Stansbury,
Essence,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The lawsuit, filed in Sacramento Superior Court last week, centers around public artwork intended for the corner of 13th and J streets at the SAFE Credit Union Convention Center.—
Mathew Miranda,
Sacbee.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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In addition, treatment centers often provide rooms with soft lighting, a naturalistic decor, and music or other sensory stimulation.—
Jon Hamilton,
NPR,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Even if your company never installs anything from npm directly, your vendors and partners almost certainly do.—
Sandy Carter,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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The certificate holder installs the credential on its web server, along with the public and private key pair.—
Dan Goodin,
ArsTechnica,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Such tails appear much fainter and glow with a bluish hue.—
Joe Rao,
Space.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Sauropods are herbivores known for their very long necks, long tails, small head and pillar-like legs.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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In Mississauga, developments around transit hubs, such as those supported by improvements like the Hurontario Light Rail Transit, are fostering mixed-use districts that blend multifamily units and retail spaces.—
John Krpan,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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In December 2023, the school board passed a resolution vowing to rethink school choice and prioritize neighborhood schools, nodding to their role as vital community hubs.—
Mila Koumpilova,
ProPublica,
9 Sep. 2025
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“Seats.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seats. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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