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association

[uh-soh-see-ey-shuhn, -shee-] / əˌsoʊ siˈeɪ ʃən, -ʃi- /




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Dennison is setting up an Irish winemakers' association, with just under 30 potential members.

From BBC Aug. 16, 2026

"When we formally tested it, we found there is no real association between the genetic determination system and eusociality," Suresh said.

From Science Daily Aug. 15, 2026

Unlike renting, homeownership can come with new responsibilities like mowing the lawn — and new expenses like homeowners association fees.

From MarketWatch Aug. 15, 2026

The AAA driving association said gasoline prices are rising again after a recent decline and averaged $4.08 a gallon in the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 14, 2026

Her association with Oakley Street would be no help; in fact, if anyone found out about it, it might even make things worse.

From "The Book of Dust: La Belle Sauvage" by Philip Pullman

Mascots can create invaluable emotional associations for consumers, said Joseph Turow, emeritus professor of media and marketing at the University of Pennsylvania’s Annenberg School for Communication.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 13, 2026

Any association between these vaccines and autism has been thoroughly debunked, and all the major medical and scientific associations immediately issued statements that they would not follow these recommendations.

From Salon Aug. 13, 2026

Flock cameras are installed by police departments, homeowners' associations and businesses, ostensibly to catch criminals in the act.

From Barron's Aug. 9, 2026

Under the updated rules, associations budgeting less than 15% can still qualify if a reserve study supports it—provided the budget includes the study’s highest recommended reserve allocation.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 9, 2026

For classical and Renaissance authors every well-known animal or plant came with a complex chain of associations and meanings.

From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton




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