as in implementation
the doing of an action
the execution of this magic trick must be accomplished in one fluid motion
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Recent Examples of execution
While most restaurants in New York take months, or even years, to go from concept to execution, Mira was fully renovated and launched in just 26 days.
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Nia Bowers, USA Today, 10 July 2025
In addition, Yoon is accused of obstructing warrant executions by the Corruption Investigation Office (CIO) in December and January by mobilizing the presidential security detail and authorizing the use of force.
—Yoonjung Seo, CNN Money, 10 July 2025
The mission remains: deploy top talent, drive impact and fuel relentless execution to deliver results.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
Espionage Arrests In the past few weeks, Iran has detained over 700 people accused of spying for Israel and the U.S., with state media reporting at least six executions, including three Kurds accused of aiding Mossad, Israel's foreign intelligence agency.
—Amir Daftari, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 June 2025
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Nia Bowers, USA Today, 10 July 2025
In addition, Yoon is accused of obstructing warrant executions by the Corruption Investigation Office (CIO) in December and January by mobilizing the presidential security detail and authorizing the use of force.
—Yoonjung Seo, CNN Money, 10 July 2025
The mission remains: deploy top talent, drive impact and fuel relentless execution to deliver results.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
Espionage Arrests In the past few weeks, Iran has detained over 700 people accused of spying for Israel and the U.S., with state media reporting at least six executions, including three Kurds accused of aiding Mossad, Israel's foreign intelligence agency.
—Amir Daftari, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for execution
Noun
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Its earliest days often tested out trial implementations of new standards and technologies—because nothing like the truly widespread, instantaneous, global scale of the Web had ever been rolled out before.—
Gabriel René,
IEEE Spectrum,
24 July 2025
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Worried about implementation cost, Hutchinson, Palm Springs City Manager Scott Stiles and Chief of Police Andrew Mills put their heads together to find a solution.—
Eileen Falkenberg-Hull,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 July 2025
Noun
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But as her fame rises, Ally’s desire to catapult in the industry and Jackson’s personal demons threaten their relationship and ability to find fulfillment through music.—
Travis Bean,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2025
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This retrograde is all about finding true fulfillment in creative endeavors and romantic connections.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
4 July 2025
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Afterward, see a star dedication and live performances by Mr. Southern Soul Bigg Robb & Friends, Regina Belle and Dottie Peoples.—
Caroline Ritzie,
The Enquirer,
24 July 2025
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There will be German food and drinks; a Dachshund Derby and costume contest; live music; dance performances; games; a Culture Village; and more.—
Hannah Kirby,
jsonline.com,
24 July 2025
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Ebert credits his employees with many of the company’s accomplishments.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
13 July 2025
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One of his biggest accomplishments was helping form the Minneapolis Urban Coalition after the Plymouth Avenue violence in 1967.—
Mary Ann Grossmann,
Twin Cities,
13 July 2025
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“Execution.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/execution. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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