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to free from obstruction or difficulty
several religious organizations are involved in the effort to facilitate the settlement of the immigrants arriving in the area
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Recent Examples of facilitating
Steph Koyfman, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Apr. 2026
An arrest warrant was issued for Vicky on charges of third-degree permitting or facilitating an escape.
—Jessica Sager, PEOPLE, 29 Apr. 2026
Born in a small town in southern China, Yang is among a new crop of young bicultural producers and directors facilitating the transfer of Chinese duanju to the rest of the world.
—Chang Che, New Yorker, 25 Apr. 2026
China has played a role in facilitating Pakistan as a host for ceasefire talks between the United States and Iran.
—ABC News, 25 Apr. 2026
To maximize pressure, Maleki said Washington must sustain enforcement, particularly through secondary sanctions targeting foreign banks and companies facilitating Iranian trade.
—Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 24 Apr. 2026
Founded in 2014 under Indonesian film law, BPI is an independent body charged with advising the government on film policy, facilitating international co-productions, and representing the country’s industry at festivals globally.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 24 Apr. 2026
Additionally, 28 other individuals and entities tied to Kok’s network were sanctioned for allegedly facilitating fraud.
—Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 23 Apr. 2026
These include efforts such as facilitating demand, supporting commitments and exploring policies—providing tools, such as Fashion for Good’s Fiber Club and T2T Recycled Materials Cohorts, to overcome barriers.
—Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 23 Apr. 2026
Verb
Kirah is an astrologer, educator, and creative consultant who is passionate about facilitating accessible astrological education and programming.
—Steph Koyfman, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Apr. 2026
An arrest warrant was issued for Vicky on charges of third-degree permitting or facilitating an escape.
—Jessica Sager, PEOPLE, 29 Apr. 2026
Born in a small town in southern China, Yang is among a new crop of young bicultural producers and directors facilitating the transfer of Chinese duanju to the rest of the world.
—Chang Che, New Yorker, 25 Apr. 2026
China has played a role in facilitating Pakistan as a host for ceasefire talks between the United States and Iran.
—ABC News, 25 Apr. 2026
To maximize pressure, Maleki said Washington must sustain enforcement, particularly through secondary sanctions targeting foreign banks and companies facilitating Iranian trade.
—Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 24 Apr. 2026
Founded in 2014 under Indonesian film law, BPI is an independent body charged with advising the government on film policy, facilitating international co-productions, and representing the country’s industry at festivals globally.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 24 Apr. 2026
Additionally, 28 other individuals and entities tied to Kok’s network were sanctioned for allegedly facilitating fraud.
—Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 23 Apr. 2026
These include efforts such as facilitating demand, supporting commitments and exploring policies—providing tools, such as Fashion for Good’s Fiber Club and T2T Recycled Materials Cohorts, to overcome barriers.
—Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 23 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for facilitating
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The seeds are rich in both soluble and insoluble fiber, helping to feed gut bacteria while also promoting regular bowel movements, research has shown.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
27 Apr. 2026
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Lauersdorf is always willing to answer constituent concerns, and never complains, said Heritage Homeowners’ Association vice president Jennifer Samuels in a Facebook post promoting the fundraising effort.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
27 Apr. 2026
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The growing fleet is accelerating development by generating large-scale data for Helix, the company’s humanoid AI model, while enabling real-world deployment across research, commercial, and domestic use cases, according to a blog by Figure.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Apr. 2026
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Polls show Americans are angry — and rightly so — at accelerating medical bills.—
Stephen Moore,
Boston Herald,
30 Apr. 2026
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Rinsing quinoa is really about improving the experience and allowing the ingredient to deliver on flavor and nourishment.—
Victoria Spencer,
Martha Stewart,
27 Apr. 2026
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According to Asylon, the focus has shifted from adoption to effective integration, enhancing existing systems while improving efficiency and reducing friction.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Apr. 2026
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When the authorities announced on Sunday that the monthlong measures were easing, Ismail rejoiced.—
Mirette Magdy,
Bloomberg,
27 Apr. 2026
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By thinning crowded seedlings, giving roots room to grow, and easing plants gradually into outdoor conditions, gardeners can help reduce stress and build resilience.—
Heather Zidack,
Hartford Courant,
26 Apr. 2026
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The contracts are under $250,000 and require MnDOT to seek just two quotes, simplifying the normal competitive bidding process that might otherwise shut out many small shops.—
Frederick Melo,
Twin Cities,
24 Apr. 2026
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Toyota pulled that off by simplifying the structure and reducing the number of axles.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
23 Apr. 2026
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Trump last week publicly triggered the idea of the government assisting the airline, which has been operating under Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection since August of last year.—
David Lyons,
Sun Sentinel,
30 Apr. 2026
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The Red Cross was also on the scene, assisting the 16 residents displaced.—
Elijah Westbrook,
CBS News,
30 Apr. 2026
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Unlike many mineral sunscreens that can sit heavily on the skin, this one absorbs quickly and has a lightweight, smoothing effect.—
Brigitt Earley,
Glamour,
24 Apr. 2026
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But smoothing the appearance of fine lines around your eyes does not require a 12-step regimen or an appointment at the dermatologist’s office.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Charlotte Observer,
23 Apr. 2026
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“Facilitating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/facilitating. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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