stratifications

Definition of stratificationsnext
plural of stratification

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Noun
  • By calling itself an institute, the artist-run organization adopts the traditional markers of academic power while collapsing the hierarchies of collegiate critical theory and interdisciplinary studies programs.
    Catherine Taft, Artforum, 1 Feb. 2026
  • Working with the remnants of the Iranian regime would be much more complex, given the Tehran government’s longevity, ideological hostility toward Washington, and hierarchies.
    Vivian Salama, The Atlantic, 30 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • For example, of 11 S&P 500 sectors – groupings of stocks according to industry and function – three are reporting an increase in net profit margin in the final three months of 2025 compared to the fourth quarter 2024.
    Andrea Riquier, USA Today, 1 Feb. 2026
  • With five defensive backs on the field most of the time, Patterson’s scheme is intended to adjust to any offense, allowing for his defense to limit substitutions and match up against most personnel groupings.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 29 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • The source of the leak was identified, repaired and levels have returned to normal, according to the university.
    Alexandra Koch, FOXNews.com, 5 Feb. 2026
  • Repossession data for 2025 is not available, but an executive from an industry trade group previously told CNN that repo volumes are close to Great Recession levels.
    Matt Egan, CNN Money, 5 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • So, there’s no political parties, there’s no races, and there’s no religions, but there are these two groups that are almost like castes.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 13 Nov. 2025
  • The Ramayana has hundreds of versions — across states, dialects, castes.
    Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • Repeat layers twice more, omitting ricotta on the top layer.
    Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • This study indicates that the presence of oak trees can help support entire food chains in urban environments, and this is something that urban planners and property holders should be considering when designing urban green spaces.
    GrrlScientist, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
  • From bunless burgers to cups filled with meat, fast food chains are reshaping their menus as weight-loss drugs and wellness trends change how Americans eat.
    Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 3 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • The kids spent their days on the slopes, in watercolor or leather-making classes, horseback riding, feeding cattle on the farm, or in the game room.
    Ronny Maye, Essence, 1 Feb. 2026
  • Taught by the award-winning professionals who make Wynn one of the world’s most celebrated luxury resorts, these bespoke classes invite guests to step into roles usually reserved for insiders.
    Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 1 Feb. 2026
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“Stratifications.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stratifications. Accessed 7 Feb. 2026.

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