as in control
the state or fact of owning something
Home ownership is on the rise in this country. The café is now under new ownership.
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Recent Examples of ownership
The perks associated with ownership are music to a Marriott Bonvoy members' ears.
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Cameron Sperance, Travel + Leisure, 12 July 2025
One issue that’s dogged a studio sale is that a buyer wouldn’t be getting 100% ownership of the cash-rich library.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 11 July 2025
The city turned over ownership of the pool to the park district in 1969, and in the ensuing years numerous improvements and amenities have been added.
—Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2025
This session will explore the power of ownership, the importance of reinvesting in community, and why legacy matters more than fame.
—Essence, 5 July 2025
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Cameron Sperance, Travel + Leisure, 12 July 2025
One issue that’s dogged a studio sale is that a buyer wouldn’t be getting 100% ownership of the cash-rich library.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 11 July 2025
The city turned over ownership of the pool to the park district in 1969, and in the ensuing years numerous improvements and amenities have been added.
—Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2025
This session will explore the power of ownership, the importance of reinvesting in community, and why legacy matters more than fame.
—Essence, 5 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ownership
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And in today’s digital world, even a small mistake—intentional or not—can quickly spiral out of control and damage trust.—
Maria Trochimezuk,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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Make sure the tires reconnect with the road - During the skid, wait until the tires reconnect with the road and then gently straighten the wheels to regain control.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
23 July 2025
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The funds raised help with the keeping of animals looking for homes and for medical care.—
Emilie Takahashi,
Oc Register,
10 July 2025
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Although Spur isn’t for sale, her group is also upset about the other wild animals being sold in the store and wants the village to enforce an ordinance that prohibits the keeping of naturally wild animals.—
Elizabeth Owens-Schiele,
Chicago Tribune,
24 June 2025
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True Detective's Cary Joji Fukunaga directed the film, but since Craig's departure and the recent shake-up in proprietorship, no new Bond or Bond director has yet been announced.—
Ryan Coleman,
EW.com,
5 Mar. 2025
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In 1961, the Soviet Union’s Yuri Gagarin became the first man up there, sparking an immediate bidding war with the US for proprietorship of the moon.—
Damon Wise,
Deadline,
8 July 2024
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On more than one occasion, defender Jarrad Branthwaite stopped in possession and questioned why there was not more movement in front of him.—
Patrick Boyland,
New York Times,
21 July 2025
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Last year, the Red Sox entered the break on a high note, in possession of one of the American League’s three wild cards, then opened the second half of the season by getting swept by the Dodgers in Los Angeles.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
20 July 2025
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Matt Mercer will be the Game Master for the first four shows, while Travis Willingham will take on the seat and the power of the GM for the first time in Dallas.—
Rob Wieland,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Both political parties have tested the line in trying to harness the power of the pulpit, with many Republicans wooing evangelical leaders while Democrats often try to curry favor with Black churches.—
Tiffany Li,
ABC News,
15 July 2025
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“Ownership.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ownership. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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