1
as in regions
a specific area or part of an area
They worked in the industrial sector of the city.
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as in segments
a part of a sphere of activity
The outlook for jobs in the health-care sector of the economy is excellent.
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Recent Examples of sectors
Gripped by a worsening economic crisis, Cuba’s government recently adopted rationing measures to protect essential services and ration fuel supplies for key sectors.
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Sam Meredith, CNBC, 14 Feb. 2026
Epstein’s connections to powerful figures across the entertainment, business, and political sectors have been long documented.
—Emily Hallas, The Washington Examiner, 14 Feb. 2026
The Senate should advance ethical AI frameworks, protect privacy, establish clear accountability, invest in workforce retraining programs, and ensure innovation benefits all sectors without undermining safety or civil liberties.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
Though framed as a request for information, Levine’s letter signals that Florida’s campaign against accrediting bodies — once focused on general university oversight — is expanding into medicine, one of the most tightly regulated sectors of higher education.
—Garrett Shanley, Miami Herald, 13 Feb. 2026
Losses were imposed on non-tech companies too, as investors became paranoid about how much damage AI might inflict upon sectors like trucking, real estate, and finance.
—Jim Edwards, Fortune, 13 Feb. 2026
Optimism is surging in Venezuela a month after Washington captured the country’s leader and liberalized key economic sectors.
—Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 13 Feb. 2026
In the past, New Delhi had opposed tariffs on sectors such as agriculture and dairy, which employ the bulk of the country's population.
—Arkansas Online, 8 Feb. 2026
Additionally, there will be a far greater focus on Neom's industrial sectors.
—New Atlas, 7 Feb. 2026
Sam Meredith, CNBC, 14 Feb. 2026
Epstein’s connections to powerful figures across the entertainment, business, and political sectors have been long documented.
—Emily Hallas, The Washington Examiner, 14 Feb. 2026
The Senate should advance ethical AI frameworks, protect privacy, establish clear accountability, invest in workforce retraining programs, and ensure innovation benefits all sectors without undermining safety or civil liberties.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
Though framed as a request for information, Levine’s letter signals that Florida’s campaign against accrediting bodies — once focused on general university oversight — is expanding into medicine, one of the most tightly regulated sectors of higher education.
—Garrett Shanley, Miami Herald, 13 Feb. 2026
Losses were imposed on non-tech companies too, as investors became paranoid about how much damage AI might inflict upon sectors like trucking, real estate, and finance.
—Jim Edwards, Fortune, 13 Feb. 2026
Optimism is surging in Venezuela a month after Washington captured the country’s leader and liberalized key economic sectors.
—Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 13 Feb. 2026
In the past, New Delhi had opposed tariffs on sectors such as agriculture and dairy, which employ the bulk of the country's population.
—Arkansas Online, 8 Feb. 2026
Additionally, there will be a far greater focus on Neom's industrial sectors.
—New Atlas, 7 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sectors
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This total eclipse will be visible from parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain, with a partial eclipse seen across broader regions of Europe and Africa.—
Daisy Dobrijevic,
Space.com,
16 Feb. 2026
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The Longhorns were slotted there to ensure that the bracketing principle of keeping the top four teams in a conference in different regions was protected.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
15 Feb. 2026
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However, challenges such as the creeks and coastal lagoons have slowed progress and required some segments to be routed away from the rails and onto nearby surface streets.—
Phil Diehl,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Feb. 2026
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The company exited the year with double-digit growth across all major segments, suggesting solid momentum heading into 2026.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
14 Feb. 2026
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An electric mesh fence will be moved daily to guide them through new sections, while a shepherd remains on-site 24/7 to keep everyone safe and on task.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
5 Feb. 2026
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Space gets tight in the general admission sections as people jockey for a spot, but none of that matters once everyone stands up to dance.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Feb. 2026
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The Award of Meritorious Service goes to experienced educators who have gone above and beyond in their service, taking on leadership roles that uplift the culture of learning and becoming integral members of their districts.—
Pioneer Press,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Feb. 2026
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Consultants crunch the data and advise lawmakers on how best to draw the districts.—
Michael Van Sickler,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 Feb. 2026
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There are multiple cultivars that perform well in all hardiness zones.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
17 Feb. 2026
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Morgan said the cameras would be similar to ones previously used by the CTDOT in work zones as well as red light and speed cameras used in municipalities on state and local roads.—
Sean Krofssik,
Hartford Courant,
17 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Sectors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sectors. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.
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