1
as in confession
an open declaration of something (as a fault or the commission of an offense) about oneself
by her own admission, her cooking is not the greatest
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2
as in access
the means or right of entering or participating in
no admission unless accompanied by an adult
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Recent Examples of admission
Gucci Mane’s admission is part of a growing cultural shift.
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Essence, 23 Oct. 2025
No admission fee is necessary to see the animals or buy pumpkins and fall decorations.
—Katie Nixon, Nashville Tennessean, 22 Oct. 2025
Three years later, in 2023, the task force produced a 1,060-page report that catalogued California’s discriminatory treatment of Black people after its 1850 admission as a state that officially prohibited slavery.
—Dan Walters, Mercury News, 22 Oct. 2025
Haunted house admission is $6; $4 for kids 10 and younger at The Avo Ticket Box day of event.
—Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Oct. 2025
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Essence, 23 Oct. 2025
No admission fee is necessary to see the animals or buy pumpkins and fall decorations.
—Katie Nixon, Nashville Tennessean, 22 Oct. 2025
Three years later, in 2023, the task force produced a 1,060-page report that catalogued California’s discriminatory treatment of Black people after its 1850 admission as a state that officially prohibited slavery.
—Dan Walters, Mercury News, 22 Oct. 2025
Haunted house admission is $6; $4 for kids 10 and younger at The Avo Ticket Box day of event.
—Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for admission
Noun
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He was charged with murder, but the confession was ruled inadmissible after child interview protection laws were applied in 2019, and the case was dropped.—
Becca Longmire,
PEOPLE,
23 Oct. 2025
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However, the case lacked other crucial forms of evidence, including a confession, DNA, fingerprints, or a murder weapon.—
Quinlan Bentley,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
21 Oct. 2025
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That’s why employees receive free and discounted access to our full line of organic hemp products.—
Olivia Evans,
Louisville Courier Journal,
23 Oct. 2025
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Equity in food access at Plant Joy Deli Childs' energy around her business comes back to her core belief that food, especially healthy options, shouldn't be out of reach for anyone.—
Bridget Fogarty,
jsonline.com,
22 Oct. 2025
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Our group ordered a variety of savory entrées and—at my insistence—all four desserts from the restaurant’s à la carte menu, the perfect sweet ending to an enchanting trip through picturesque Penticton.—
Kimberly Lyn,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Oct. 2025
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His insistence on a raise, while CSX shares fell, frustrated directors this spring.—
Rohan Goswami,
semafor.com,
21 Oct. 2025
Noun
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In 1898, architect René Binet unveiled his design for the Porte Monumentale, a grand three-legged archway intended to serve as the entrance portal to the upcoming 1900 Paris Exposition.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Oct. 2025
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Interior-design firms are touting their ability to build restaurants around delivery, with bike parking, clear signage, dedicated entrances, wallfuls of cubbies to shove bags into—essentially trying to cram two experiences into a building that used to house one.—
Ellen Cushing,
The Atlantic,
27 Oct. 2025
Noun
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King Charles became head of the Church of England upon his accession in September 2022, but he is known for his interest in interfaith relations.—
Stephanie Petit,
PEOPLE,
23 Oct. 2025
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Their accession to the alliance – which ended longstanding policies of non-alignment – was spurred by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.—
Brad Lendon,
CNN Money,
23 Oct. 2025
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In the acknowledgments, the author thanked the sheriff by name for making a difference in his life.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Oct. 2025
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While Andrew appeared to smile and laugh, Prince William kept a straight face and didn't say anything in return, only slightly nodding in acknowledgement.—
Stephanie Petit,
PEOPLE,
21 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Rinse all areas thoroughly with warm water, and then use a glass cleaner for streak-free doors.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 Oct. 2025
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Residents were urged to lock their doors and stay vigilant.—
Christina Coulter,
PEOPLE,
28 Oct. 2025
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Trump’s pressure can provide him with domestic political cover and an excuse for concessions his coalition would never otherwise accept.—
Tal Shalev,
CNN Money,
23 Oct. 2025
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On average, concessions cost sellers $5,277.—
Lew Sichelman,
Miami Herald,
23 Oct. 2025
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“Admission.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/admission. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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