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Recent Examples of platforms
Snowflake, one of the most popular cloud data warehouse platforms, often ranks as a company’s second-largest IT expense after its primary cloud provider.
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Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 13 Sep. 2025
Technology and Amplification Modern technology, including artificial intelligence and coordinated activity across social media platforms, allows adversaries to rapidly spread false narratives.
—Amir Daftari, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
During that time, 21,529,464 examples were produced, more than any other automotive nameplate except the Toyota Corolla, which was built on many unrelated platforms as a Corolla in name only.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 12 Sep. 2025
The league’s four founding teams—the Boston Guard, New York Charging, Maryland Charm and California Palms—will compete across 11 weekends in the 10-on-10 format, with coverage distributed on ESPN platforms.
—Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 12 Sep. 2025
Today’s media landscape has grown increasingly partisan, with many news organizations evolving into advocacy platforms that cater to and reinforce the beliefs of like-minded audiences.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 12 Sep. 2025
They were adapted from existing internal combustion engine platforms, with the electric powertrains shoehorned inside.
—Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 12 Sep. 2025
Videos of the killing were prevalent on social media platforms in the immediate aftermath of Kirk’s killing, showing the moment when he was struck by a bullet to the neck.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 12 Sep. 2025
For example, Google could potentially replace local providers on platforms that rely on online maps – like Airbnb and Uber, which do work in South Korea but use Korean mapping tools.
—Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 5 Sep. 2025
Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 13 Sep. 2025
Technology and Amplification Modern technology, including artificial intelligence and coordinated activity across social media platforms, allows adversaries to rapidly spread false narratives.
—Amir Daftari, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
During that time, 21,529,464 examples were produced, more than any other automotive nameplate except the Toyota Corolla, which was built on many unrelated platforms as a Corolla in name only.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 12 Sep. 2025
The league’s four founding teams—the Boston Guard, New York Charging, Maryland Charm and California Palms—will compete across 11 weekends in the 10-on-10 format, with coverage distributed on ESPN platforms.
—Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 12 Sep. 2025
Today’s media landscape has grown increasingly partisan, with many news organizations evolving into advocacy platforms that cater to and reinforce the beliefs of like-minded audiences.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 12 Sep. 2025
They were adapted from existing internal combustion engine platforms, with the electric powertrains shoehorned inside.
—Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 12 Sep. 2025
Videos of the killing were prevalent on social media platforms in the immediate aftermath of Kirk’s killing, showing the moment when he was struck by a bullet to the neck.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 12 Sep. 2025
For example, Google could potentially replace local providers on platforms that rely on online maps – like Airbnb and Uber, which do work in South Korea but use Korean mapping tools.
—Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 5 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for platforms
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Harvest experiences are also available at other Napa Valley venues and vineyards.—
Michael Goldstein,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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There are three other food and beverage venues, including El Secreto, a hidden salon and bar, quietly concealed behind an unmarked door on the hotel’s second floor, and La Cava, the adjacent emerald-toned jewel that is Faena’s wine cellar, an intimate setting for unforgettable private gatherings.—
Devorah Lev-Tov,
AFAR Media,
15 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Before even entering the iconic club room, a room full of textured fragrances were positioned on podiums like an art exhibit.—
Essence,
Essence,
12 Sep. 2025
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Prior to this, Lando had the unfortunate distinction of being the F1 driver with the most podiums and no victory.—
Rob Reed,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Penske’s complaint argues that practice isn’t a fair exchange and has caused significant financial harm, with the company’s affiliate revenue falling by more than a third (as a result of Google’s AI Overviews co-opting traffic that might have otherwise gone to Penske outlets).—
Andy Meek,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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Her emotional and defiant speech Friday night drew millions of viewers worldwide, and several major outlets have since profiled her.—
Michael Dorgan,
FOXNews.com,
14 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Many people seem to dwell in politically siloed subcultures (red states, blue cities, suburban group chats, neighborhood-watch forums) that drive them to misanthropy, doomscrolling, and, yes, neurosis.—
Jeremy Gordon,
The Atlantic,
12 Sep. 2025
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Instead, confirm with Apple's official support site or the Apple Community forums, where experienced users and moderators can verify safe troubleshooting steps.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Platforms.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/platforms. Accessed 19 Sep. 2025.
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