as in institutions
a person who has long been associated with a place or activity
has been a fixture in the Republican Party for the last 30 years
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Recent Examples of fixtures
Through the heavy metal doors ahead is a cavernous interior with high ceilings and industrial fixtures.
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Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Feb. 2026
Since the pumice can scratch some surfaces, only use it on porcelain toilet bowls and not plastic seats or polished fixtures.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 13 Feb. 2026
Across the house, Murano glass fixtures act as a through line, lending continuity and a touch of whimsy.
—Linne Halpern, Architectural Digest, 12 Feb. 2026
England, who will be among the favourites for the tournament despite not winning the World Cup since 1966, will play their final fixtures on home soil against Uruguay and Japan next month, before warm-up fixtures against New Zealand and Costa Rica in Florida in June.
—Dan Sheldon, New York Times, 12 Feb. 2026
The monks in their saffron robes have become fixtures on social media, along with their rescue dog Aloka.
—CBS News, 10 Feb. 2026
The designer says this look is perfect for floors, backsplashes, and shower walls, and pairs well with polished or brushed fixtures.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Feb. 2026
Frie recommends layering in reflective and light-balancing elements, noting that warm metallics, such as brass fixtures or gilded mirrors—along with thoughtful lighting, are essential.
—Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 7 Feb. 2026
The brand and its Massachusetts origins are inextricable—the matte white bags are sentimental fixtures of the state and New England at large.
—Li Goldstein, Bon Appetit Magazine, 6 Feb. 2026
Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Feb. 2026
Since the pumice can scratch some surfaces, only use it on porcelain toilet bowls and not plastic seats or polished fixtures.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 13 Feb. 2026
Across the house, Murano glass fixtures act as a through line, lending continuity and a touch of whimsy.
—Linne Halpern, Architectural Digest, 12 Feb. 2026
England, who will be among the favourites for the tournament despite not winning the World Cup since 1966, will play their final fixtures on home soil against Uruguay and Japan next month, before warm-up fixtures against New Zealand and Costa Rica in Florida in June.
—Dan Sheldon, New York Times, 12 Feb. 2026
The monks in their saffron robes have become fixtures on social media, along with their rescue dog Aloka.
—CBS News, 10 Feb. 2026
The designer says this look is perfect for floors, backsplashes, and shower walls, and pairs well with polished or brushed fixtures.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Feb. 2026
Frie recommends layering in reflective and light-balancing elements, noting that warm metallics, such as brass fixtures or gilded mirrors—along with thoughtful lighting, are essential.
—Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 7 Feb. 2026
The brand and its Massachusetts origins are inextricable—the matte white bags are sentimental fixtures of the state and New England at large.
—Li Goldstein, Bon Appetit Magazine, 6 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fixtures
Noun
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It is reassigned — from institutions designed to manage it to the public, which never agreed to assume it.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
9 Feb. 2026
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Each of the 65 houses and institutions will be represented by a shipping crate showcasing a significant item.—
Joelle Diderich,
Footwear News,
9 Feb. 2026
Noun
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This same level of access extends to Milan’s cultural, bucket-list icons.—
Elycia Rubin,
HollywoodReporter,
11 Feb. 2026
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The month of February sets aside a time to honor America's Black history, from achievements in music and art to political and sports icons.—
Irene Wright,
USA Today,
11 Feb. 2026
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“Fixtures.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fixtures. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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