1
as in institutes
a public organization with a particular purpose or function
a charitable institution devoted to raising funds to feed the hungry
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2
as in fixtures
a person who has long been associated with a place or activity
an actor who has been a Broadway institution for decades
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3
as in organizations
a group of persons formally joined together for some common interest
an institution devoted to studying social problems and proposing solutions for them
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Recent Examples of institutions
The question is whether institutions will adapt quickly enough to remain relevant.
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Gerald Bradshaw, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
Across collectors, cultural institutions and design circles, perfume bottles are increasingly being recognized not as packaging, but as artifacts — objects that preserve history, identity and the visual language of their time.
—Sudhir Gupta, Rolling Stone, 27 Apr. 2026
But in a democracy, the people’s institutions control the police forces at all levels.
—Literary Hub, 27 Apr. 2026
Annual tuition for the Yale School of Art currently stands at just under $50,200—a tough barrier to clear for most aspiring artists looking to attend a program that still acts as a feeder for many New York institutions and galleries.
—Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 27 Apr. 2026
Medical schools and institutions must be at the forefront of teaching about the inequities that persist to this day — and equally at the forefront of rebuking studies like the hepatitis B vaccine trial.
—Uzma Rentia, STAT, 27 Apr. 2026
Hopefully, other higher-education institutions follow.
—Letters To The Editor, Washington Post, 27 Apr. 2026
The other, extending protections to educational institutions, was vetoed.
—Elliot Cosgrove, New York Daily News, 27 Apr. 2026
To date, nearly 400 businesses and institutions, from retailers, universities, hotels and healthcare facilities to apartment property managers, now partner with the program, ensuring that even large volumes of mattresses are kept out of landfills.
—Dan McGowan, Hartford Courant, 20 Apr. 2026
Gerald Bradshaw, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
Across collectors, cultural institutions and design circles, perfume bottles are increasingly being recognized not as packaging, but as artifacts — objects that preserve history, identity and the visual language of their time.
—Sudhir Gupta, Rolling Stone, 27 Apr. 2026
But in a democracy, the people’s institutions control the police forces at all levels.
—Literary Hub, 27 Apr. 2026
Annual tuition for the Yale School of Art currently stands at just under $50,200—a tough barrier to clear for most aspiring artists looking to attend a program that still acts as a feeder for many New York institutions and galleries.
—Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 27 Apr. 2026
Medical schools and institutions must be at the forefront of teaching about the inequities that persist to this day — and equally at the forefront of rebuking studies like the hepatitis B vaccine trial.
—Uzma Rentia, STAT, 27 Apr. 2026
Hopefully, other higher-education institutions follow.
—Letters To The Editor, Washington Post, 27 Apr. 2026
The other, extending protections to educational institutions, was vetoed.
—Elliot Cosgrove, New York Daily News, 27 Apr. 2026
To date, nearly 400 businesses and institutions, from retailers, universities, hotels and healthcare facilities to apartment property managers, now partner with the program, ensuring that even large volumes of mattresses are kept out of landfills.
—Dan McGowan, Hartford Courant, 20 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for institutions
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Lumai has made the Nova server available for evaluation to hyperscalers, neo-clouds, enterprises, and research institutes.—
Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Apr. 2026
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They are now accepted and used by a large segment of users, including academic and research institutes as well as leading humanoid robotics companies.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
30 Apr. 2026
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Saving the night sky is more an investment over time as light fixtures are updated, old lighting is replaced with LEDs and motion timers are installed.—
Ernie Cowan,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Apr. 2026
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The house has a lot of original elements, including light fixtures, the downstairs flooring, and the tile in all twelve bathrooms.—
Myrna Petlicki,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Apr. 2026
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These organizations, striving to fill the information gap created by the state government’s increasing drift toward secrecy — can’t rely on taxpayers to pay their bills.—
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 Apr. 2026
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Suing government agencies is not a first choice for most reporters and news organizations.—
Charles Ornstein,
ProPublica,
30 Apr. 2026
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This renovated historic home was designed by Samuel Masters and features six bedrooms with four full bathrooms; ideal for groups and families.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
24 Apr. 2026
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The company operates on behalf of Iran’s Armed Forces General Staff, using a network of intermediaries and vessels to move sanctioned crude, with proceeds helping fund the country’s military programs and regional proxy groups.—
Brittany Miller,
FOXNews.com,
24 Apr. 2026
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Known as the godfather of public relations, Bernays explained how the unconscious element of people in democratic societies could be manipulated.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Apr. 2026
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Trade during the Bronze Age significantly influenced the structures of early societies.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
25 Apr. 2026
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Plans for the new government building are set to begin, with the laying of foundations scheduled for the end of 2026.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Apr. 2026
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This is a year of work and building to create solid foundations in your life.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
26 Apr. 2026
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Despite initial opposition from dentists, doctors, veterinarians, optometrists, the Connecticut Hospital Association and various business and banking associations, HB5127 got a favorable vote Thursday in the House of Representatives.—
Kaitlin McCallum,
Hartford Courant,
28 Apr. 2026
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Banking associations celebrated the move while retailers decried it.—
Olivia Olander,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2026
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Numerous other fraternities and a handful of sororities have received probation and warnings for hazing in the period from 2018 through the spring 2025 semester.—
Matthew Kelly
April 23,
Kansas City Star,
23 Apr. 2026
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In winning consecutive Masters — a feat not accomplished since Tiger Woods did it in 2002 — McIlroy joins Nicklaus, Nick Faldo and Woods in one of golf’s most exclusive fraternities.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Apr. 2026
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“Institutions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/institutions. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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