STIPULATES Synonyms: 56 Similar and Opposite Words

stipulates

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present tense third-person singular of stipulate

as in specifies

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When leadership specifies what rigor looks like upfront, teams can stop trading quality for speed.

— Nacho De Marco, Forbes.com, 23 Sep. 2026
The company specifies a Mohs hardness of 9, placing sapphire just below diamond on the Mohs scale.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of specifies

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Remm insists that while his team meticulously plans the guest experience, interpersonal feuds do not factor into the seating chart.

— Clara Molot, Vanity Fair, 24 Sep. 2026
Despite questions about the UN’s legitimacy and its increasing marginalization, Forti insists that the United Nations still matters.

— Max Saltman, CNN Money, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of insists

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The Mayo Clinic defines the mental health condition as typically marked by hallucinations, delusions, depression, and mania.

— Leigh Blickley, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Sep. 2026
The former shoe, which lacks the gel Swoosh on its profile that defines the latter, was originally designed with Scottie Pippen in mind.

— Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of defines

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Curtis Morrison of Red Eagle Law notes in an interview that the Dorcas decision enjoins the USCIS holds, but the government has appealed that order.

— Stuart Anderson, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
The result will be a legal race to see which of those courts enjoins the policy first.

— John E. Jones III, The Conversation, 22 Apr. 2026

Definition of enjoins

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The shoulder strap that comes with it ensures that portability is easy and comfortable.

— George Yang, PC Magazine, 28 Sep. 2026
Doing so ensures the mulch remains toxin-free, biodegradable, and natural, which is crucial for maintaining a healthy garden environment.

— SJ McShane, Martha Stewart, 27 Sep. 2026

Definition of ensures

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Later in October, he is set to attend rallies in Ohio, Iowa and Nebraska -- states that voted for him in 2024 but are hosting competitive Senate races in 2026.

— Oren Oppenheim, ABC News, 29 Sep. 2026
The No campaign’s website states that the measure would cause morethan $1 billion in losses to community health clinics in its first year of implementation, as many FQHCs will be unable to meet the 90% spending minimum.

— Sofia Williams, Sacbee.com, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of states

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The absence of genuine opposition all but assures the Kremlin will keep tight control of the Russian political scene amid mounting economic costs and increasing Ukrainian attacks on oil refineries and online retailers.

— ABC News, ABC News, 17 Sep. 2026
Then the celebration hits a sour note when Liz assures Alice that the team doesn’t hate her.

— Keith Phipps, Vulture, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of assures

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More importantly, the agreement affirms Greenland's sovereignty and right to self-determination while preventing non-NATO countries from establishing a military presence without the parties' approval.

— Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 23 Sep. 2026
The legislation affirms the rights of those in private detention facilities to access medical and mental health treatment, clean drinking water, food that is safe to consume and livable quarters.

— Sofia Williams, Sacbee.com, 14 Sep. 2026

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