as in bidding
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1
as in asking
to set or receive as a price
any shop would charge $100 to repair that thing
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2
as in imposing
to establish or apply as a charge or penalty
charges a restocking fee for returned merchandise
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3
as in entrusting
to give a task, duty, or responsibility to
we're charging you with the care of your little sister while we're gone for the evening
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as in instructing
to issue orders to (someone) by right of authority
charged the soldier to keep watch over the prisoner
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5
as in accusing
to make a claim of wrongdoing against
he has not yet been charged with any crime
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as in filling
to put into (something) as much as can be held or contained
charge a blast furnace with iron ore
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as in attacking
to take sudden, violent action against
plans to charge the enemy's fortification at daybreak
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as in thrilling
to cause a pleasurable stimulation of the feelings of
the players are going into this game still charged from their upset victory the week before
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Recent Examples of charging
Jenny Vaughan,
semafor.com,
1 July 2026
Luxembourg had about 3,000 publicly accessible charging points in 2026, including about 500 fast-chargers.
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Emese MacZko,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
The battery life errs more on the average side and lacks magnetic charging, but the $260 Fourth of July discount makes up for it.
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Kelsey Fogarty,
PC Magazine,
1 July 2026
The government said Inner Mongolia is not only building more wind and solar projects to meet the rising electricity demand from AI computing, electric vehicle charging and manufacturing.
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ABC News,
1 July 2026
Supercapacitors are known for fast charging and discharging, as well as long operating lifetimes.
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Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
30 June 2026
The Wells Fargo Autograph earns 3X points on restaurants (including takeout and delivery), gas stations (including EV charging), transit, phone plans, travel and popular streaming services.
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Jason Stauffer,
CNBC,
30 June 2026
Michelle Mastro,
The Spruce,
4 July 2026
Zoox also added fluting to the wireless charging pad to help keep phones in place.
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Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
3 July 2026
Its portfolio includes battery-electric, hybrid, and hydrogen fuel cell machines, along with battery-swapping and plug-in charging solutions.
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Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
3 July 2026
The Argentine legend unlocked the Cape Verde defense in the 29th minute, controlling a long diagonal pass with one touch in the box and promptly flicking it over the head of a charging Vozinha.
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Jacob Lev,
CNN Money,
3 July 2026
Utilities have recommended drivers avoid charging their vehicles during peak hours.
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Ivan Pereira,
ABC News,
3 July 2026
Other popular dating services aren’t charging for AI matchmaking features.
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Queenie Wong,
Los Angeles Times,
28 June 2026
Prosecutors allege prolonged neglect According to charging documents cited by WNEM-TV5, prosecutors allege Casper was immobile, was not provided proper medical care or adequate nutrition, and was forced to live in unsafe conditions before his death.
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Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
27 June 2026
Although this opinion doesn't involved the typical charging order on an LLC or partnership, the result shouldn't be any different.
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Jay Adkisson,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2026
Noun
But weak charging infrastructure, limited and unreliable electricity supply outside major cities, and high financing costs could constrain widespread adoption on the continent, even as investors race to build out infrastructure.
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Jenny Vaughan,
semafor.com,
1 July 2026
Luxembourg had about 3,000 publicly accessible charging points in 2026, including about 500 fast-chargers.
—
Emese MacZko,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
The battery life errs more on the average side and lacks magnetic charging, but the $260 Fourth of July discount makes up for it.
—
Kelsey Fogarty,
PC Magazine,
1 July 2026
The government said Inner Mongolia is not only building more wind and solar projects to meet the rising electricity demand from AI computing, electric vehicle charging and manufacturing.
—
ABC News,
1 July 2026
Supercapacitors are known for fast charging and discharging, as well as long operating lifetimes.
—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
30 June 2026
The Wells Fargo Autograph earns 3X points on restaurants (including takeout and delivery), gas stations (including EV charging), transit, phone plans, travel and popular streaming services.
—
Jason Stauffer,
CNBC,
30 June 2026
Verb
These include a mail sorting station, built-in charging areas on the shelves for phones, and bulletin boards or pin-up spaces for notes and calendars.
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Michelle Mastro,
The Spruce,
4 July 2026
Zoox also added fluting to the wireless charging pad to help keep phones in place.
—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
3 July 2026
Its portfolio includes battery-electric, hybrid, and hydrogen fuel cell machines, along with battery-swapping and plug-in charging solutions.
—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
3 July 2026
The Argentine legend unlocked the Cape Verde defense in the 29th minute, controlling a long diagonal pass with one touch in the box and promptly flicking it over the head of a charging Vozinha.
—
Jacob Lev,
CNN Money,
3 July 2026
Utilities have recommended drivers avoid charging their vehicles during peak hours.
—
Ivan Pereira,
ABC News,
3 July 2026
Other popular dating services aren’t charging for AI matchmaking features.
—
Queenie Wong,
Los Angeles Times,
28 June 2026
Prosecutors allege prolonged neglect According to charging documents cited by WNEM-TV5, prosecutors allege Casper was immobile, was not provided proper medical care or adequate nutrition, and was forced to live in unsafe conditions before his death.
—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
27 June 2026
Although this opinion doesn't involved the typical charging order on an LLC or partnership, the result shouldn't be any different.
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Jay Adkisson,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for charging
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The secret agreement was routed through a White House office that typically handles repairs and furnishings and is exempt from competitive bidding requirements.
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The Justice Department and the states also outlined actions the companies will need to take, including adopting antitrust compliance programs and banning communicating with competitors on pricing and bidding strategies.
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In Cañon City, Colorado, authorities are aiming for a 20% to 30% reduction in water use while asking residents to voluntarily conserve outdoor water consumption.
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In 1995, the Atlanta Track Club began seeking design submissions and asking the public to select their favorite.
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In its latest state budget that is expected to be voted on by the legislature this week, North Carolina is imposing a 6% tax on net trading fee revenue from prediction markets operating within the state, according to WRAL.
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Colombia wasted no time imposing itself on the Portugal defense, taking two shots in the opening minutes, the first a header by Cordoba after a Diaz shot was deflected, and another by Rodriguez that went wide.
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Vance is still the default nominee, and Trump entrusting him with an Iran deal that could make or break his presidency is a sign of Vance’s clout, the person added.
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Brisson is arguably the sport’s biggest agent, and Trocheck — after nearly getting dealt at the March trade deadline — is entrusting him to facilitate a desirable move this summer.
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Scam warning signs A caller instructing a person not to tell their friends or family about a problem is a big warning sign that the caller has malicious intent, scam experts say.
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These makers are much more reticent about the risks of blurring the once fine line between browsing sites and asking a large language model a question or instructing it to take potentially sensitive actions.
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Videos circulating on social media over the weekend showed residents confronting military personnel, accusing them of standing by while civilians carried out rescue operations with little official assistance.
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Carroll sued Trump shortly thereafter, accusing him of defamation.
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Soccer fans have already been filling seats at new businesses like El Tesoro, the Irish Exit, Glide Pizza and the immersive entertainment destination Cosm.
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After two devastating quakes, first responders were fishermen, doctors and emigres returning from abroad — a grassroots campaign filling a government void.
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He is accused of attacking a 27-year-old man with a beer mug inside the Hula Bar on Saturday night.
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Liv Morgan controversially interrupted Iyo Sky's coronation, attacking her and forcing a tap-out.
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“Charging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/charging. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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