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as in companies
a commercial or industrial activity or organization
new business establishments sprang up all over in the postwar boom
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as in institutions
a public organization with a particular purpose or function
the proposed change in pollution standards was opposed by environmental establishments across the board
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as in facilities
a structure that is designed and built for a particular purpose
the city boasts a host of outstanding medical establishments
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Recent Examples of establishments
These establishments, along with The Urban Oyster, represent a new chapter in Baltimore’s culinary story.
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Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 14 Mar. 2025
The military establishments in Washington and Beijing are essentially playing catch-up, adopting and adapting private-sector products, according to Belfer Center.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 12 Mar. 2025
These children are the future of our government, of our corporations, of our school boards of our retail establishments, even our religious leaders.
—Letters To The Editor, Orlando Sentinel, 12 Mar. 2025
These storied establishments have stood the test of time and continue to define Southern hospitality.
—Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2025
Residents have access to six area hospitals and 266 health care establishments.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 11 Mar. 2025
Health care is available through five hospitals and 231 medical establishments.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 11 Mar. 2025
With a population of just 13,643, Waycross feels like a small town, but its residents have access to 10 hospitals and 120 other health care establishments within the area.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 11 Mar. 2025
The county performs about 14,000 inspections annually, with 97% of establishments passing, spokesman Ken Casparis previously told The Sacramento Bee.
—Hannah Poukish, Sacramento Bee, 3 Jan. 2025
Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 14 Mar. 2025
The military establishments in Washington and Beijing are essentially playing catch-up, adopting and adapting private-sector products, according to Belfer Center.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 12 Mar. 2025
These children are the future of our government, of our corporations, of our school boards of our retail establishments, even our religious leaders.
—Letters To The Editor, Orlando Sentinel, 12 Mar. 2025
These storied establishments have stood the test of time and continue to define Southern hospitality.
—Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2025
Residents have access to six area hospitals and 266 health care establishments.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 11 Mar. 2025
Health care is available through five hospitals and 231 medical establishments.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 11 Mar. 2025
With a population of just 13,643, Waycross feels like a small town, but its residents have access to 10 hospitals and 120 other health care establishments within the area.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 11 Mar. 2025
The county performs about 14,000 inspections annually, with 97% of establishments passing, spokesman Ken Casparis previously told The Sacramento Bee.
—Hannah Poukish, Sacramento Bee, 3 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for establishments
Noun
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And as their enrollments are projected to plummet, institutions increasingly need the revenue from online programs.—
Jon Marcus,
NPR,
15 Mar. 2025
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While some institutions are experiencing record-breaking numbers, others face stagnation or even declines.—
Scott White,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Shower facilities and fire pits are also available on-site.—
Amanda Ogle,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Feb. 2025
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Two other food-serving facilities in the Sacramento area were closed due to issues including a rodent infestation and a clogged floor drain.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacramento Bee,
14 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Roughly 4,400 manufacturers operate in Kansas, and 84% are owned by small and medium-sized enterprises, according to KMS’ 2024 annual report.—
Jonathan Shorman,
Kansas City Star,
10 Apr. 2025
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Victims range from individual law firm clients and small businesses to banks, property managers and agricultural enterprises, the release states.—
Ron Wood,
Arkansas Online,
10 Apr. 2025
Noun
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To meet consumer expectations for fast, secure transactions, businesses must enhance their payment offerings by integrating digital wallets and prioritizing real-time payment capabilities.—
Rick Watkin,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
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By adapting, businesses can participate in the evolving payment landscape.—
Rick Watkin,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
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“Establishments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/establishments. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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