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
But more than anything, Swift emphasized just how much ownership of her entire discography means to her nearly 20 years into her career.
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Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 30 May 2025
The restaurant’s ownership team includes general manager Amy Zheng, Sammy Wong and Michael Cai, who is also the head chef.
—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 29 May 2025
Their Black Art Empowerment Summit, launched in partnership with Jeff and Nicole Friday of the American Black Film Festival, brings together artists, collectors, and industry professionals to discuss art collecting, investment, and making art ownership accessible.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 29 May 2025
At the conclusion of the lease, full ownership of the garage would transfer to the city.
—Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 29 May 2025
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Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 30 May 2025
The restaurant’s ownership team includes general manager Amy Zheng, Sammy Wong and Michael Cai, who is also the head chef.
—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 29 May 2025
Their Black Art Empowerment Summit, launched in partnership with Jeff and Nicole Friday of the American Black Film Festival, brings together artists, collectors, and industry professionals to discuss art collecting, investment, and making art ownership accessible.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 29 May 2025
At the conclusion of the lease, full ownership of the garage would transfer to the city.
—Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 29 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ownership
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According to the agencies, the GRU hackers also carried out reconnaissance of the network of at least one producer of industrial control system components for railway systems—suggesting a possible intention to attempt sabotage—but didn’t actually succeed in breaching the company.—
Andy Greenberg,
Wired News,
24 May 2025
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However, his potential control over the Vatican Bank raises important questions about FBAR filing duties.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
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According to Cook, a lot of the previous studies on animal beat keeping and rhythm compared to human studies involved using more fine motor skills, such as pressing a button or a key.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
1 May 2025
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DeSantis and Perez have clashed this year on several fronts, from immigration enforcement and university and college presidential searches to oversight and record keeping by First Lady Casey DeSantis’ signature economic-assistance program, Hope Florida.—
Jim Turner,
Sun Sentinel,
12 May 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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Leo Tate, 31, was charged with burglary and drug possession, parish records show.—
John Bacon,
USA Today,
22 May 2025
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The 2007-08 school year is the earliest drug possession data available online from The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.—
Rebecca Noel,
Charlotte Observer,
21 May 2025
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While others chase fleeting trends or seek instant results, those who understand and leverage the power of patience may be able to secure more consistent, sustainable and rewarding investments.—
Rodolfo Delgado,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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Sandman With the power to control and transform into sand, Sandman (his real name is Flint Marko) is a tough opponent for Spidey and his friends.—
Sarah Scott,
Parents,
30 May 2025
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“Ownership.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ownership. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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