as in objects
one that has a real and independent existence
the question of whether extrasensory perception will ever be a scientifically recognized entity
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Recent Examples of entities
Musk's push has essentially eliminated both entities.
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arkansasonline.com, 11 Mar. 2025
APIs were developed with the primary function of facilitating communications between software entities.
—Sandro Shubladze, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
How much do entities beyond the personalities deserve blame here?
—Steven Zeitchik, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Mar. 2025
King Canary and Marlee Jean’s operate as two separate entities within the same space (almost like a mini food hall), with King Canary heading up the bar program and Marlee Jean’s serving all the food.
—Sunny Hubler, Charlotte Observer, 10 Mar. 2025
The group is known for primarily targeting countries and entities that support Israel's attack on Gaza following Hamas' surprise attack on October 7, 2023.
—Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 10 Mar. 2025
As Senate Bill 1 stands, homeowners will receive $24 relief a month while local entities will lose a significant amount of funding, Andrade said.
—Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 10 Mar. 2025
President's Day's status as a federal holiday means some governmental entities and businesses will be closed in observance.
—James Powel, USA TODAY, 15 Feb. 2025
But Chamberlain didn’t need much time to set a bar for the future of both the Globetrotters and the NBA, becoming a basketball and societal icon who bridged two entities.
—Zach Powell, The Athletic, 14 Feb. 2025
arkansasonline.com, 11 Mar. 2025
APIs were developed with the primary function of facilitating communications between software entities.
—Sandro Shubladze, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
How much do entities beyond the personalities deserve blame here?
—Steven Zeitchik, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Mar. 2025
King Canary and Marlee Jean’s operate as two separate entities within the same space (almost like a mini food hall), with King Canary heading up the bar program and Marlee Jean’s serving all the food.
—Sunny Hubler, Charlotte Observer, 10 Mar. 2025
The group is known for primarily targeting countries and entities that support Israel's attack on Gaza following Hamas' surprise attack on October 7, 2023.
—Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 10 Mar. 2025
As Senate Bill 1 stands, homeowners will receive $24 relief a month while local entities will lose a significant amount of funding, Andrade said.
—Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 10 Mar. 2025
President's Day's status as a federal holiday means some governmental entities and businesses will be closed in observance.
—James Powel, USA TODAY, 15 Feb. 2025
But Chamberlain didn’t need much time to set a bar for the future of both the Globetrotters and the NBA, becoming a basketball and societal icon who bridged two entities.
—Zach Powell, The Athletic, 14 Feb. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for entities
Noun
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As with all things Jets-related, expect a circus.—
Theo Gremminger,
The Athletic,
28 Dec. 2024
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But subtle little things — developments unlikely to make headlines – can also be big winners.—
Dewayne Bevil,
Orlando Sentinel,
28 Dec. 2024
Noun
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The National Renewable Energy Laboratory has developed turbine blades constructed from recycled plant substances using sugars extracted from wood, plant residues, used cooking oil, and agricultural waste.—
Ariel Cohen,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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Others who've tested mushroom edible products have also documented a variety of undisclosed substances, as NPR reported earlier this year.—
Will Stone,
NPR,
21 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Of course, many companies will stay the course and continue DEI, ESG, HR and CSR efforts that represent decades-long commitments, but others will find new approaches and new language to deal with different political realities and government leaders.—
Timothy J. McClimon,
Forbes,
4 Jan. 2025
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The new law, aimed at addressing income inequality, has generated debate over how cities can balance fair wages for workers with the financial realities of running small businesses.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
3 Jan. 2025
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“Entities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/entities. Accessed 21 Apr. 2025.
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