UNIT Synonyms: 41 Similar and Opposite Words

unit

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as in entity

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Recent Examples of unit During the standoff, deputies contacted residents of an accessory dwelling unit in the backyard and evacuated three adults and three children unhurt. — Vince Basada, Sacbee.com, 7 Sep. 2026 This past legislative session, Linehan said negotiations broke down at the last minute to ensure nurse-to-patient ratios were met at each unit level. — Livi Stanford, Hartford Courant, 6 Sep. 2026 Show how often the full recipe is followed, not one principle in one unit. — Steve Denning, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2026 This unit has depth concerns similar to those in the cornerback room. — Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 31 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for unit

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The Treasury Department on Tuesday sanctioned 27 Iranian airlines and a handful of other entities as part of its ongoing effort to isolate Iran's economy.

— Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 9 Sep. 2026
And even though this new pork promotion entity was supposed to be independent, the NPPC essentially ran it.

— Kenny Torrella, Vox, 9 Sep. 2026

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Six Flags said food and other loose items are prohibited on rides because these items can create safety hazards.

— Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 5 Sep. 2026
The price hike for any individual item would likely be modest, but the pileup of extra costs across an array of goods could weigh on wallets, analysts previously told ABC News.

— Max Zahn, ABC News, 4 Sep. 2026

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