as in moving
to change the place or position of
those volumes have been relocated to the second floor of the library
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Recent Examples of relocating
The company behind the transformation of downtown with the Power & Light District says relocating residents are drawn to the Lights’ amenities, like rooftop pools and exclusive events for residents, alongside the ability to live an urban lifestyle.
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Chris Higgins,
Kansas City Star,
2 July 2026
However, strict immigration rules, the country’s geographic isolation, and the steep costs of relocating mean only wealthy Americans can realistically make the move.
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Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
2 July 2026
Since relocating to Los Angeles, Gonzalez’s small downtown team has scaled Happy Organics into a design-forward brand carried by major retailers, anchored in local maker communities and a sense of purpose.
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Lisa Boone,
Los Angeles Times,
1 July 2026
Many employees will face difficult choices between relocating their families, finding entirely new careers, or enduring long commutes to remain with the Bureau.
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Walter Pavlo,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
He was based in Woodland before relocating to Folsom to give his son a better future.
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Corey Schmidt,
Sacbee.com,
1 July 2026
Authorities have worked in recent years to reduce the monkey population through sterilization programs and by relocating some animals to dedicated enclosures.
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Brittany Miller,
FOXNews.com,
30 June 2026
Jude Cornell joined a swarm of toddlers crawling after soccer balls, tossing training cones into the air and relocating a goalie net that was proving to be very, very portable.
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ABC News,
30 June 2026
Now, following the pandemic, Palm Beach has become a leading destination for families relocating from New Jersey, New York, and California.
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Eliza Griswold,
New Yorker,
22 June 2026
Chris Higgins,
Kansas City Star,
2 July 2026
However, strict immigration rules, the country’s geographic isolation, and the steep costs of relocating mean only wealthy Americans can realistically make the move.
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Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
2 July 2026
Since relocating to Los Angeles, Gonzalez’s small downtown team has scaled Happy Organics into a design-forward brand carried by major retailers, anchored in local maker communities and a sense of purpose.
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Lisa Boone,
Los Angeles Times,
1 July 2026
Many employees will face difficult choices between relocating their families, finding entirely new careers, or enduring long commutes to remain with the Bureau.
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Walter Pavlo,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
He was based in Woodland before relocating to Folsom to give his son a better future.
—
Corey Schmidt,
Sacbee.com,
1 July 2026
Authorities have worked in recent years to reduce the monkey population through sterilization programs and by relocating some animals to dedicated enclosures.
—
Brittany Miller,
FOXNews.com,
30 June 2026
Jude Cornell joined a swarm of toddlers crawling after soccer balls, tossing training cones into the air and relocating a goalie net that was proving to be very, very portable.
—
ABC News,
30 June 2026
Now, following the pandemic, Palm Beach has become a leading destination for families relocating from New Jersey, New York, and California.
—
Eliza Griswold,
New Yorker,
22 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for relocating
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Why China is moving fast with robot hospitality China has already embraced service robots in hotels, restaurants, airports and public spaces.
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Vibrations from earth-moving equipment could have triggered further collapses, possibly dooming Gil — and his would-be rescuers.
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Regular care prevents yellowing by removing oils and buildup that dull fabrics over time.
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Bart Jansen Trump called the court removing restrictions on political spending a victory for Republicans and free speech.
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When in a group, space out to prevent the current from transferring between individuals.
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Conwell, 22, began his college career at South Florida before transferring to Indiana State for his sophomore season and Xavier for his junior season, and then closing his college career at Louisville.
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Multiple soccer writers are reporting on social media that this game could also move time, shifting an hour later, potentially due to weather, but also possibly due to the potential overlap with the England-Mexico game.
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Trump has redirected federal money to help finance billions of dollars of renovations, shifting hundreds of thousands of dollars in funds from National Parks and other programs.
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“Relocating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relocating. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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