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as in sharing
to take a share or part
eager to participate in the city's cultural life
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Recent Examples of participating
George Petras,
USA Today,
8 Jan. 2026
Some of that can surely be chalked up to missing out on the rest and recharge that non-participating players took advantage of during that break, and McLellan confirmed recently that Larkin came back from the tournament banged up, which hampered him.
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Max Bultman,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
Plus, a study published in JAMA Internal Medicine revealed that patients treated at hospitals that do participate in clinical trials receive better care and have lower mortality rates than patients treated at non-participating hospitals.
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Alexis Kayser,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Oct. 2025
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
6 July 2026
More than 70 students heard directly from Holocaust survivors and educators before participating in smaller breakout discussions.
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Eva Weiss,
Sun Sentinel,
5 July 2026
Twenty-seven states currently have laws banning trans girls and women from participating against cisgender women and girls.
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Lindsay Schnell,
New York Times,
5 July 2026
Gimbel worked in nursing homes for two decades and is participating in the rulemaking discussions.
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Bruce Finley,
Denver Post,
5 July 2026
Kramnik — who held the world chess champion title from 2000 to 2007 — has been banned from participating in worldwide FIDE chess competitions or acting in official chess functions for at least one year.
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Kimberlee Speakman,
PEOPLE,
4 July 2026
It’s not confirmed whether the victims were participating in the naked bike ride, Miller said.
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Itzel Luna,
Los Angeles Times,
28 June 2026
Organizers say about 75,000 marchers are participating in this year's event, which is expected to draw over 2 million spectators.
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Lisa Rozner,
CBS News,
28 June 2026
The jerseys range from host nations USA, Mexico, and Canada to other popular participating countries, including Argentina, Brazil and Portugal.
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Christian Marshall,
Kansas City Star,
28 June 2026
Adjective
Legal observers are neutral, non-participating watchers who often attend police actions to witness, document and monitor law enforcement behavior.
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George Petras,
USA Today,
8 Jan. 2026
Some of that can surely be chalked up to missing out on the rest and recharge that non-participating players took advantage of during that break, and McLellan confirmed recently that Larkin came back from the tournament banged up, which hampered him.
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Max Bultman,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
Plus, a study published in JAMA Internal Medicine revealed that patients treated at hospitals that do participate in clinical trials receive better care and have lower mortality rates than patients treated at non-participating hospitals.
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Alexis Kayser,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Oct. 2025
Verb
The doughnut and coffeehouse chain has a trio of new doughnuts inspired by Girl Scout Cookies, available for a limited time beginning Tuesday, July 7, at participating shops nationwide.
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Mike Snider,
USA Today,
6 July 2026
More than 70 students heard directly from Holocaust survivors and educators before participating in smaller breakout discussions.
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Eva Weiss,
Sun Sentinel,
5 July 2026
Twenty-seven states currently have laws banning trans girls and women from participating against cisgender women and girls.
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Lindsay Schnell,
New York Times,
5 July 2026
Gimbel worked in nursing homes for two decades and is participating in the rulemaking discussions.
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Bruce Finley,
Denver Post,
5 July 2026
Kramnik — who held the world chess champion title from 2000 to 2007 — has been banned from participating in worldwide FIDE chess competitions or acting in official chess functions for at least one year.
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Kimberlee Speakman,
PEOPLE,
4 July 2026
It’s not confirmed whether the victims were participating in the naked bike ride, Miller said.
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Itzel Luna,
Los Angeles Times,
28 June 2026
Organizers say about 75,000 marchers are participating in this year's event, which is expected to draw over 2 million spectators.
—
Lisa Rozner,
CBS News,
28 June 2026
The jerseys range from host nations USA, Mexico, and Canada to other popular participating countries, including Argentina, Brazil and Portugal.
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Christian Marshall,
Kansas City Star,
28 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for participating
Adjective
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Attractions include about a dozen rides, shows and play areas suitable for both kids and accompanying adults.
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On Independence Day, take your pet for a long walk or enjoy a play session to tire them out before nightfall and the accompanying noise.
Verb
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For Eala, beating Rybakina and sharing the court with Williams reinforced her place among the game’s elite.
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Whether you’re headed to a barbecue, sharing al fresco spritzes with friends, or going to the beach, here’s how to wear the breathable blouse with tips for every comfort level.
Adjective
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Parisi argued that Blake Rakela acted in self-defense and was protecting his girlfriend and father, who were both present when Styles allegedly threatened them while holding a tire iron.
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The press event was organized by his congressional office, but his campaign staff also was present — as was Luke Bronin, the former Hartford mayor challenging Larson.
Verb
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Marketing has always required senior-level judgment and knowing which levers to pull, why and when.
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This reportedly includes not giving guests many details about the wedding, with people invited instructed to arrive in New York, without knowing when and where the wedding will be.
Adjective
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More information for patients — including detail on the health plans and providers affected by the negotiations — is available on Cigna’s and UC Davis Health’s websites.
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According to Hasbro, all of the items will be available at most major retailers by mid-July.
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“Participating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/participating. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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