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as in districts
an area (as of a city) set apart for some purpose or having some special feature
several abandoned warehouses in the city's industrial section are being converted into art galleries and artists' lofts
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as in parts
one of the pieces from which something is designed to be assembled
had trouble fitting the sections of the bookcase together
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Recent Examples of sections
New Atlas, 15 Jan. 2026
Tickets for World Cup matches are divided into four categories, from the most affordable category four tickets in small sections near the top of stadiums to category one in the lower bowl.
—Eric Prisbell, Dallas Morning News, 15 Jan. 2026
The rabid student sections for both teams made for an exciting atmosphere.
—Michael Huntley, Oc Register, 15 Jan. 2026
Some have interpreted these sections of the Act and the Code as implying a need for what are essentially independent auditors.
—Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 15 Jan. 2026
Three of her bittersweet wedding photo posts have amassed over a million views each on TikTok, and followers have filled Kennedy's comment sections with condolences.
—Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 14 Jan. 2026
What appeared to be sections of the crane were scattered along the track.
—Jintamas Saksonchai, Los Angeles Times, 14 Jan. 2026
The 1840s-era limestone sections, at the time, were to be evaluated as to whether they could be considered a historic landmark or be incorporated within any future development of the property.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 14 Jan. 2026
Sheer lace panels cut across the midsection and upper hips, set between curved satin sections that wrapped the waist and thighs.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 10 Jan. 2026
Noun
This combination came in handy, as different materials were needed for sections like the drone's tail and camera mount.
—New Atlas, 15 Jan. 2026
Tickets for World Cup matches are divided into four categories, from the most affordable category four tickets in small sections near the top of stadiums to category one in the lower bowl.
—Eric Prisbell, Dallas Morning News, 15 Jan. 2026
The rabid student sections for both teams made for an exciting atmosphere.
—Michael Huntley, Oc Register, 15 Jan. 2026
Some have interpreted these sections of the Act and the Code as implying a need for what are essentially independent auditors.
—Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 15 Jan. 2026
Three of her bittersweet wedding photo posts have amassed over a million views each on TikTok, and followers have filled Kennedy's comment sections with condolences.
—Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 14 Jan. 2026
What appeared to be sections of the crane were scattered along the track.
—Jintamas Saksonchai, Los Angeles Times, 14 Jan. 2026
The 1840s-era limestone sections, at the time, were to be evaluated as to whether they could be considered a historic landmark or be incorporated within any future development of the property.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 14 Jan. 2026
Sheer lace panels cut across the midsection and upper hips, set between curved satin sections that wrapped the waist and thighs.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 10 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sections
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The Illinois State Board of Education is now required to provide guidance to districts and educators on the use of artificial intelligence in K-12 settings.—
Hope Moses,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Jan. 2026
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To get around this problem, advocates have urged districts to offer the option to everyone, not just students from immigrant homes.—
Rebecca Santana,
Fortune,
10 Jan. 2026
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The year started with a four-day streak of 70-degree highs; however, Oklahoma will soon see temperatures dip a bit into the mid-50s and 60s at the start of next week, with some parts of the state expecting snow.—
Josh Kelly,
Oklahoman,
9 Jan. 2026
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Running water and electricity were disrupted in parts of the capital, Kyiv's Mayor Vitali Klitschko said.—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
9 Jan. 2026
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Research by one of us finds that strict land-use regulation induces developers to pursue smaller projects and ultimately fragments the building industry.—
Chris Elmendorf,
Mercury News,
5 Dec. 2025
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Technology increasingly fragments our attention into smaller and smaller units, leaving us less anchored in our own lives.—
Arianna Huffington,
Fortune,
24 Oct. 2025
Noun
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When armed federal agents roll into residential neighborhoods under vague authority and maximal posture, the odds of catastrophe rise fast.—
Phil Morris The Minnesota Star Tribune,
Arkansas Online,
10 Jan. 2026
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Institutional investors typically buy single-family homes to rent them out, often concentrating in suburban neighborhoods around major metro areas, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond.—
Mike Winters,
CNBC,
9 Jan. 2026
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Keep portions to about 1 cup daily, as this is the amount researchers have studied.—
Health,
Health,
13 Jan. 2026
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The shoes aligned with the metallic shine of her lime green Versace dress, which featured safety pins connecting the top and skirt portions.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
12 Jan. 2026
Noun
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For three quarters, this game lived up to the hype.—
Justin Barrasso,
Boston Herald,
13 Jan. 2026
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Banks have enjoyed a Goldilocks-type environment for the last few quarters, with a rebound in Wall Street trading and investment banking, falling interest rates, stable consumer credit and deregulation providing a lift for the sector.—
Hugh Son,
CNBC,
13 Jan. 2026
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That led to allegations that the center was one of several participating in a widespread fraud scheme taking place in certain segments of Minnesota’s Somali community.—
Louis Casiano,
FOXNews.com,
7 Jan. 2026
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The precise level of control allows Imagineering to sync up the on-board audio with video segments.—
Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
7 Jan. 2026
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Sockwell Circulator Moderate Graduated Compression Sock Sockwell is a popular compression sock brand, known for its special modular compression zones, targeting four areas of your feet, ankles, and legs for optimal support.—
Jillian Dara,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Jan. 2026
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Activities such as entertaining, dining, and work may also have zones.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Jan. 2026
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“Sections.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sections. Accessed 16 Jan. 2026.
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