stations 1 of 2

plural of station
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as in positions
the place where someone is assigned to stand or remain the soldiers remained at their station even though a huge enemy force was approaching

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as in depots
a regular stopping place the historic house was once a station on the Underground Railroad, the network that helped slaves reach freedom in the North

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as in levels
the placement of someone or something in relation to others in a vertical arrangement in colonial America, women occupied the lowest station in society and were not allowed to take part in public life

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stations

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verb

present tense third-person singular of station
as in details
to assign to a place or position stationed guards around the perimeter of the encampment

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Recent Examples of stations
Noun
General admission includes access to the sunflower field, pumpkin patch and corn maze, kids’ bounce zones and play areas, a petting zoo featuring alpacas, ponies, donkeys, goats and bunnies, craft stations, photo ops, river walk, live music, vendor marketplace and a free pumpkin. Katie Nixon, Nashville Tennessean, 22 Oct. 2025 The elegant new stations have cocktail bars named Mary Mary, apparently in reference to Henry Flagler’s first and third wives, who had the same first name. Kaitlyn Tiffany, The Atlantic, 22 Oct. 2025 Keep in mind, once Mercury stations retrograde, clarity around love, children and creative ventures could force you to slow down. Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 22 Oct. 2025 This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service. Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 22 Oct. 2025 Reruns continue on many stations. Cheryl V. Jackson, IndyStar, 22 Oct. 2025 Airing on 500-plus stations across the US — Find yours or get the free podcast. Kim Komando The Kim Komando Show, FOXNews.com, 21 Oct. 2025 The gala and fundraising campaign are meant to help offset some of those losses, though NPR and PBS stations across the country are all trying to grapple with ways to try and fill that gap. Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 15 Oct. 2025 Butterweck said visitors will have access to free wifi and charging stations throughout the park area. Olivia Evans, Louisville Courier Journal, 15 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stations
Noun
  • Cunha would drop into deeper positions, looking to trap any second balls won, before moving into vacated space.
    The Athletic UK Staff, New York Times, 25 Oct. 2025
  • The technology’s growing adoption in political circles may force candidates in similar positions as Hashmi to the table, when the alternative is an AI clone created by the opponent.
    Rachyl Jones, semafor.com, 24 Oct. 2025
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  • The move followed service charge increases at private inland container depots (ICDs) near the port.
    Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 15 Oct. 2025
  • For decades, major military powers and humanitarian agencies have established forward bases and supply depots from which materials can be quickly deployed.
    David Szondy October 13, New Atlas, 13 Oct. 2025
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  • At the same time, the country has seen unprecedented levels of tourism—up 48 percent in 2024 from the year before, according to the Japan National Tourism Organization.
    Micah McCartney, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Oct. 2025
  • There are levels to this, of course.
    John Hollinger, New York Times, 25 Oct. 2025
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  • Gates denied his new position represents a reversal from his past stances.
    David Goldman, CNN Money, 28 Oct. 2025
  • The fact that Bad Bunny will not be singing in English and has taken clear stances on his politics and on immigration issues only fueled the fire.
    Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 28 Oct. 2025
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  • Adventures in Love, Life, and Capitalism, published in May 2024, which details the Amazon acquisition and his decades building the natural foods empire.
    Dave Smith, Fortune, 23 Oct. 2025
  • The theory first started circulating after the couple’s engagement announcement in August, before intensifying after the release of Swift's new Life of a Showgirl album earlier this month — the eight track from which, Wi$t Li$t, details Swift's hopes for a family with fiancé Kelce.
    Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Kardashian posed on the red carpet with her mom, Kris Jenner, who has been joining her on the many stops of the All's Fair promotional tour, along with her costars.
    Ingrid Vasquez, PEOPLE, 23 Oct. 2025
  • Amtrak, often regarded as an albatross around taxpayers’ necks, lost more—about $705 million—but serves more than 500 stops, including many that a private enterprise would never bother with and that a public one is obligated to serve.
    Kaitlyn Tiffany, The Atlantic, 22 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Oregon slips a spot after a methodical win against Wisconsin, while Ole Miss flips places with Miami after beating Oklahoma on the road.
    Scott Dochterman, New York Times, 26 Oct. 2025
  • The safety plan can also include nearby places to go for urgent help, such as the nearest hospital emergency department or mental health crisis center.
    Dr. Theresa T. Nguyen, Boston Herald, 26 Oct. 2025
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  • The cascade effect of those events has led to a palpable shift in corporate security postures, with a flood of new independent threat assessments and protective measures.
    Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2025
  • In the studio, niche interests are exchanged for conformity and collective attention to breath and postures—at least on the surface.
    Calin Van Paris, Outside, 30 Sep. 2025

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“Stations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stations. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.

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