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Recent Examples of unit
The police department’s criminal investigation division and professional standards unit are investigating the shooting, as will the Alameda County District Attorney’s Office.
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Rick Hurd, Mercury News, 8 May 2026
The short, entitled A Very Special Delivery, was produced by BBC Studios’ natural history unit.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 8 May 2026
With that done, though, the head coach is putting a clear emphasis on adding experienced run defenders and bigger young bodies to the defensive tackle competition and the interior unit.
—Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 8 May 2026
Having a fresher top unit is one of the few silver linings as Boston shifts its focus to Saturday’s must-win clash on Causeway Street.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 1 May 2026
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Rick Hurd, Mercury News, 8 May 2026
The short, entitled A Very Special Delivery, was produced by BBC Studios’ natural history unit.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 8 May 2026
With that done, though, the head coach is putting a clear emphasis on adding experienced run defenders and bigger young bodies to the defensive tackle competition and the interior unit.
—Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 8 May 2026
Having a fresher top unit is one of the few silver linings as Boston shifts its focus to Saturday’s must-win clash on Causeway Street.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 1 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unit
Noun
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Jordan’s presence and affiliation with a brand is more powerful than any other entity in sports, and near the top in all entertainment media.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 May 2026
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Rather than functioning solely as cost centers, every government entity would be required to generate revenue, contributing positively to the state’s budget and fostering a culture of fiscal responsibility throughout the administration.—
Kaitlyn Schallhorn,
Oc Register,
4 May 2026
Noun
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In addition to the popular breakfast items, Izzy’s Place also serves sandwiches, salads and side dishes.—
Jason Dill
April 28,
Miami Herald,
28 Apr. 2026
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Family photos, found items and pool cues from former lives line the entryway.—
Louisa Kung Liu Chu,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Unit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unit. Accessed 9 May. 2026.
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