as in yard
the area around and belonging to a building
detectives painstakingly searched the premises for clues to the disappearance
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as in assumes
to take as true or as a fact without actual proof
let us premise certain things, such as every person's need for love, before beginning our line of reasoning
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Recent Examples of premises
Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Apr. 2026
Ensure your home is securely locked when vacating the premises.
—Kansas City Star Weather Bot, Kansas City Star, 27 Apr. 2026
White House Correspondents Association Chair Weijia Jiang originally said the group would resume the program, but later took the stage to explain that law enforcement has requested attendees leave the premises.
—Shelly Banjo, semafor.com, 26 Apr. 2026
Not the second son Thomas, who also lives on the farm’s premises with his family, but the youngest daughter Astrid, the rock’n’roll city girl and teacher.
—Annika Pham, Variety, 24 Apr. 2026
Minor damage was caused to the synagogue’s premises and nobody was injured in that attack, police said.
—Lauren Kent, CNN Money, 21 Apr. 2026
Owner Trisha Pérez Kennealy hired local New England decorators and artisans to renovate the premises, ensuring that no two of the 22 rooms are exactly alike, and all are outfitted with luxurious creature comforts like Matouk linens and Molton Brown bath amenities.
—Todd Plummer, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Apr. 2026
Musk was summoned after a search took place in February at the French premises of X as part of an investigation opened in January 2025 by the cybercrime unit of the Paris prosecutor’s office.
—ABC News, 20 Apr. 2026
The reason for summoning Musk Musk was summoned after a search took place in February at the French premises of X as part of an investigation opened in January 2025 by the cybercrime unit of the Paris prosecutor’s office.
—Samuel Petrequin, Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2026
Matt Emma, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
The complaint alleged negligence and premises liability on the part of the school district, and the family is seeking damages.
—David Chiu, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026
The mother is suing the district for negligence and premises liability and is seeking damages for medical bills, emotional distress and other relief.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 9 Apr. 2026
Silva is suing for gross negligence and premises liability, alleging Valero failed to take reasonable steps to protect workers and prevent the fire.
—Patrick Danner, San Antonio Express-News, 26 Feb. 2026
Alexandrea Springfield is seeking amounts in excess of $25,000 for negligence and premises liability, according to a lawsuit filed Monday in Jackson County.
—Caroline Zimmerman, Kansas City Star, 16 Dec. 2025
The Nepali Army had also been called in to back up security forces after protesters entered restricted zones and the Parliament premises.
—Chad De Guzman, Time, 9 Sep. 2025
The washing machine comes with a SmartBoost feature that premises water and detergent before the cycle begins, helping to maximize the power of the detergent.
—Christopher Murray
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Noun
Ensure your home is securely locked when vacating the premises.
—Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Apr. 2026
Ensure your home is securely locked when vacating the premises.
—Kansas City Star Weather Bot, Kansas City Star, 27 Apr. 2026
White House Correspondents Association Chair Weijia Jiang originally said the group would resume the program, but later took the stage to explain that law enforcement has requested attendees leave the premises.
—Shelly Banjo, semafor.com, 26 Apr. 2026
Not the second son Thomas, who also lives on the farm’s premises with his family, but the youngest daughter Astrid, the rock’n’roll city girl and teacher.
—Annika Pham, Variety, 24 Apr. 2026
Minor damage was caused to the synagogue’s premises and nobody was injured in that attack, police said.
—Lauren Kent, CNN Money, 21 Apr. 2026
Owner Trisha Pérez Kennealy hired local New England decorators and artisans to renovate the premises, ensuring that no two of the 22 rooms are exactly alike, and all are outfitted with luxurious creature comforts like Matouk linens and Molton Brown bath amenities.
—Todd Plummer, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Apr. 2026
Musk was summoned after a search took place in February at the French premises of X as part of an investigation opened in January 2025 by the cybercrime unit of the Paris prosecutor’s office.
—ABC News, 20 Apr. 2026
The reason for summoning Musk Musk was summoned after a search took place in February at the French premises of X as part of an investigation opened in January 2025 by the cybercrime unit of the Paris prosecutor’s office.
—Samuel Petrequin, Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2026
Verb
Their services cover serious auto and pedestrian accidents, premises liability claims, and other forms of personal injuries, with the firm focusing on serious injury cases.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
The complaint alleged negligence and premises liability on the part of the school district, and the family is seeking damages.
—David Chiu, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026
The mother is suing the district for negligence and premises liability and is seeking damages for medical bills, emotional distress and other relief.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 9 Apr. 2026
Silva is suing for gross negligence and premises liability, alleging Valero failed to take reasonable steps to protect workers and prevent the fire.
—Patrick Danner, San Antonio Express-News, 26 Feb. 2026
Alexandrea Springfield is seeking amounts in excess of $25,000 for negligence and premises liability, according to a lawsuit filed Monday in Jackson County.
—Caroline Zimmerman, Kansas City Star, 16 Dec. 2025
The Nepali Army had also been called in to back up security forces after protesters entered restricted zones and the Parliament premises.
—Chad De Guzman, Time, 9 Sep. 2025
The washing machine comes with a SmartBoost feature that premises water and detergent before the cycle begins, helping to maximize the power of the detergent.
—Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 20 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for premises
Noun
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Two nights earlier in Pittsburgh, in a game to decide the AFC North, the Ravens had appeared headed for the playoffs thanks to Jackson’s late heroics before rookie Tyler Loop sprayed a 44-yard field goal attempt on the final play.—
Michael Silver,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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Already ongoing for days ahead of the visit, discussions about handling security intensified after a heavily armed man sprinted through security and got yards away from the banquet hall crowded with about 2,000 journalists, federal officials and celebrities before he was tackled to the ground.—
Theresa Braine,
New York Daily News,
26 Apr. 2026
Verb
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When a single photon is sent through the wall, classical physics assumes that the photon will travel through either of the slits and reach the other side.—
Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
23 Apr. 2026
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In the news discovery phase, the agenda-building theory assumes that issues arise in an interplay between media, politics, and society.—
Florian Wintterlin,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
23 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Jacam Manricks, who lives across from the park, says nighttime activity has raised safety concerns for his family.—
Conor McGill,
CBS News,
27 Apr. 2026
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Saguaros might reign supreme in the park, but cholla, prickly pear and barrel cactus also have a presence.—
Catherine Garcia,
TheWeek,
27 Apr. 2026
Verb
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There is a sign out there that says, ‘Keep an eye out,’ because there’s some messaging coming shortly.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Apr. 2026
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Last year's picture day was different, however, as the mom of two says Emma was happy to pose for the photos.—
Georgia Slater,
PEOPLE,
30 Apr. 2026
Verb
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But that presumes past voting patterns hold in November.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 Apr. 2026
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The message of terrorism speaks to anyone who believes that violence is a natural response to political differences, and who presumes that they may not be seen or heard otherwise.—
Juliette Kayyem,
The Atlantic,
10 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The run allowed by Morales came on a ground out in the third inning.—
Lou Ponsi,
Oc Register,
25 Apr. 2026
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Young is a physical edge setter who can physically overmatch tight ends and hold his ground against tackles.—
Matt Moret,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Blankfein isn’t the only business leader who believes that working hard is more powerful than natural intellect or pricey diplomas.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
29 Apr. 2026
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And given the current state of the American whiskey industry, and global spirits overall, the Woodford team believes that a partnership like this helps spread the word about the bourbon, attracts consumers, and has made the Kentucky Derby a bucket list destination for people around the globe.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
29 Apr. 2026
Verb
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One of the theories postulates that the ribbon represents a group of particles that somehow leaked from the heliosphere and bounced around interstellar space before returning to the Solar System.—
Kyle Orland,
ArsTechnica,
24 Sep. 2025
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“Premises.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/premises. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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