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as in mission
a specific task with which a person or group is charged
a secret operation which, if it is discovered, the government will deny any knowledge of
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2
as in process
a usually fixed or ordered series of actions or events leading to a result
a specific mathematical operation is required in order to get the correct answer
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as in management
the act or activity of looking after and making decisions about something
given the constant threat of robbery, the operation of a convenience store can be quite stressful
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as in use
the act or practice of employing something for a particular purpose
a considerable amount of training is required for the operation of these new high-tech weapons systems
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Recent Examples of operation
Anderson Prime Steakhouse will be a sister operation to Anderson Reserve, a unique, upscale restaurant opened in 2019 inside a barn on acreage in Sweet.
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Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 29 Jan. 2025
California No major California raids have been reported to date, but federal agencies working in Los Angeles are pledging cooperation in immigration enforcement operations.
—Jorge L. Ortiz, USA TODAY, 29 Jan. 2025
But over the last few years, operations have been challenged by store inefficiencies and a slow recovery in China.
—Jeff Marks, CNBC, 29 Jan. 2025
The government’s national security concerns related to combatting Chinese data collection and related operations were found to be compelling and the Act is carefully designed to address those concerns.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 17 Jan. 2025
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Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 29 Jan. 2025
California No major California raids have been reported to date, but federal agencies working in Los Angeles are pledging cooperation in immigration enforcement operations.
—Jorge L. Ortiz, USA TODAY, 29 Jan. 2025
But over the last few years, operations have been challenged by store inefficiencies and a slow recovery in China.
—Jeff Marks, CNBC, 29 Jan. 2025
The government’s national security concerns related to combatting Chinese data collection and related operations were found to be compelling and the Act is carefully designed to address those concerns.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 17 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for operation
Noun
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Precise timing is critical for successful Mars missions, with the next window occurring in October 2026.—
Barbara A. Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Jan. 2025
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The mission of the four-and-a-half-year-old Power of She is not only to elevate Athleta’s brand recognition and have top athletes appear in Athleta apparel and ads.—
David Moin,
WWD,
28 Jan. 2025
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Having edited hundreds of podcasts, that’s a tedious process.—
Brian Davids,
The Hollywood Reporter,
27 Jan. 2025
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Rasa’s innovative platform has a case progress tracker to help clients visualize the record clearance process.—
Chris Gallagher,
USA TODAY,
27 Jan. 2025
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The best risk management advice for most corporate executives is to not shift with the political winds or expect to be burned eventually.—
Eric Rosenbaum,
CNBC,
4 Feb. 2025
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The programs that are really about the talent management systems that may exist within the corporations.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes,
3 Feb. 2025
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The days and nights are filled with drinking and recreational drug use — and all appears well until Jess gets bitten by a snake and disappears soon after.—
Samantha Stutsman,
People.com,
1 Feb. 2025
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This appears to be its first use of a new policy to criminally investigate state and local officials who do not comply with Trump's directives.—
Sarah N. Lynch,
USA TODAY,
1 Feb. 2025
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On Wednesday, Aston unveiled the car’s livery, a sleek green paint job inspired by the history of British car racing.—
Erik Shilling,
Robb Report,
5 Feb. 2025
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The Roomba Combo Essential is easy to set up, works with an app and voice control, and does an amazing job on hardwood floors.—
Shubham Yewale,
PCMAG,
5 Feb. 2025
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At least 100 Texas children aged 17 and younger obtained abortions out of state in the first year after Texas banned the procedure, including six under the age of 12, according to the latest state data.—
Shafaq Patel,
Axios,
28 Jan. 2025
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Sometimes a stand-out life event might also be the catalyst for financial trauma later in life—for instance, a move to a new home, a medical procedure that insurance didn’t cover, a natural disaster, or a difficult divorce that drains your life savings.—
Elisabeth Sherman,
Parents,
27 Jan. 2025
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Senate Democrats boycotted a vote last week to advance his nomination, citing concerns over the administration’s handling of the funding freeze, though Republicans still moved the process forward.—
Kaelan Deese,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
3 Feb. 2025
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Meantime, Ed Martin, the interim U.S. attorney in Washington, launched an internal review over that office's handling of hundreds of cases against Jan. 6 rioters.—
Carrie Johnson,
NPR,
31 Jan. 2025
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After a thorough investigation with the assistance of the West Hartford Police Department, police named Preston as the suspect in the theft, and an arrest warrant application was submitted and approved by New Britain Superior Court, according to police.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
28 Jan. 2025
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Online applications will be accepted through March 7.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 Jan. 2025
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“Operation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/operation. Accessed 9 Feb. 2025.
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