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as in groups
the people who belong to a group or organization
Club leaders are elected by the membership.
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as in rosters
the number of people in a group or organization
The club's membership has been around 400 for the past several years.
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as in relationships
the state of being a member of a group or organization
We allowed our membership in the discount club to lapse.
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Recent Examples of memberships
Similar claims have since circulated across Reddit, Instagram, YouTube, FlyerTalk, and credit-card forums, where users say fares appear to rise when Amex cards, Uber Cash credits, Uber One memberships, gift-card balances, or business profiles are attached to their accounts.
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Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 23 Apr. 2026
The museum will also offer memberships that include early access ahead of the public opening, along with ongoing entry and digital programming tied to the exhibitions.
—City News Service, Daily News, 23 Apr. 2026
Centennial Beach memberships are discounted through May 25.
—Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 21 Apr. 2026
The cheapest way to learn to swim is to join a city rec center (memberships are free for people 24 and younger and range from $25 to $150 for others) and then enter the swim-lesson lottery.
—The Editors, Curbed, 16 Apr. 2026
Powell now relies on a combination of club memberships, subscriptions, and social media deal groups to stay within budget.
—Tania Francois, CBS News, 16 Apr. 2026
While Peters said the rollout of the price changes is still ongoing, so far everything is consistent with what Netflix has previously seen as a result of price changes — such as members dropping memberships or switching to cheaper price plans.
—Lillian Rizzo, CNBC, 16 Apr. 2026
In Brookhaven, Club Studio — which held its grand opening in October — offers memberships starting at $189 per month, with perks like boutique fitness classes, a spa, steam room, sauna, weightlifting and running equipment and a cafe, according to Donnelly.
—Olivia Wakim, AJC.com, 15 Apr. 2026
The West Hartford location will also offer open play, monthly memberships, birthday party or other celebrations, classes and information sessions and workshops.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 15 Apr. 2026
Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 23 Apr. 2026
The museum will also offer memberships that include early access ahead of the public opening, along with ongoing entry and digital programming tied to the exhibitions.
—City News Service, Daily News, 23 Apr. 2026
Centennial Beach memberships are discounted through May 25.
—Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 21 Apr. 2026
The cheapest way to learn to swim is to join a city rec center (memberships are free for people 24 and younger and range from $25 to $150 for others) and then enter the swim-lesson lottery.
—The Editors, Curbed, 16 Apr. 2026
Powell now relies on a combination of club memberships, subscriptions, and social media deal groups to stay within budget.
—Tania Francois, CBS News, 16 Apr. 2026
While Peters said the rollout of the price changes is still ongoing, so far everything is consistent with what Netflix has previously seen as a result of price changes — such as members dropping memberships or switching to cheaper price plans.
—Lillian Rizzo, CNBC, 16 Apr. 2026
In Brookhaven, Club Studio — which held its grand opening in October — offers memberships starting at $189 per month, with perks like boutique fitness classes, a spa, steam room, sauna, weightlifting and running equipment and a cafe, according to Donnelly.
—Olivia Wakim, AJC.com, 15 Apr. 2026
The West Hartford location will also offer open play, monthly memberships, birthday party or other celebrations, classes and information sessions and workshops.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 15 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for memberships
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Want to listen to jazz or bluegrass groups or house DJs at an outdoor concert?—
Fritz Hahn,
Washington Post,
1 May 2026
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In Pictures | Getty Images A global base oils shortage is starting to filter through to drivers of luxury cars, with analysts and industry groups warning that stocks could soon run dry if the Iran war drags on.—
Sam Meredith,
CNBC,
1 May 2026
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The Jets, Giants and Cleveland Browns seemed to dramatically improve their rosters, though that tends to happen when teams make multiple first-round picks, including some in the top 10.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
27 Apr. 2026
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So Washington may have to look to the remaining pool of veteran free agents or wait until rosters are trimmed to try to claim one off waivers.—
Nicki Jhabvala,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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The information contained in this article reflects multiple conversations with various sources at the Spanish champions, all of whom wanted to speak anonymously to protect relationships.—
Laia Cervelló Herrero,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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Schnura’s paintings highlight the symbiotic relationships between plants and animals, according to the Forest Preserve District of Will County.—
Michelle Mullins,
Chicago Tribune,
27 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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Those were among the details in a court document prosecutors filed Saturday as part of a request to keep Abugharbieh, 26, jailed while awaiting trial on charges that include two counts of first-degree murder.—
Dan Sullivan,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 Apr. 2026
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On April 25, Abugharbieh was also charged with two counts of first-degree murder with a weapon.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
27 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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But there will be political pressure against that from some Black and Hispanic Democrats who want to ensure their communities still command the majority in certain districts.—
Nicholas Riccardi,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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The Twin Cities’ response to a sweeping federal immigration crackdown that threw communities and local economies into turmoil offers a glimpse of what resilience and solidarity look like in practice.—
Melissa Jun Rowley,
Rolling Stone,
29 Apr. 2026
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The complex would add about 50 new enrollments at the schools, costing taxpayers roughly $548,000 a year, the report said.—
Don Stacom,
Hartford Courant,
28 Apr. 2026
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In response, Newsom and legislators backtracked, freezing enrollments.—
Dan Walters,
Mercury News,
18 Apr. 2026
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“Memberships.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/memberships. Accessed 3 May. 2026.
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