1
as in enforcing
to carry out effectively
the agency charged with executing the nation's drug laws
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2
as in performing
to carry through (as a process) to completion
when you execute this dance step, try to keep your arms a little higher
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as in murdering
to put to death deliberately
during the war those convicted of desertion were summarily executed
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Recent Examples of executing
The team responsible for executing the Executive Residence’s holiday look appears to be growing; in 2012, Michelle Obama welcomed 85 volunteers onto the premises to set the festive scene.
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Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 9 Dec. 2024
Look for companies willing to spend a lot of time building relationships with the people executing in other organizations.
—James Loffler, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
However, as with all companies operating in emerging markets, KBC has difficulties executing its projects quickly while navigating complex legal and regulatory aspects, Jamison noted.
—Amala Balakrishner, CNBC, 8 Dec. 2024
The Chargers were highly effective in executing their game plan on their first possession, driving from their own 21 to the Moreau 4 on 13 running plays, without once putting the ball in the air, but had to settle for a 23-yard field goal by freshman David Ahlgren.
—Glenn Reeves, The Mercury News, 7 Dec. 2024
The craft would need a highly advanced hyperspace navigation system for faster-than-light travel, executing precise hyperspace jumps using detailed mapping and real-time trajectory calculations.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 4 Dec. 2024
But experts say the company’s real challenge is executing its plan to save itself after years of slumping sales and a brand many say is weakened and diluted.
—Robert Ferris, CNBC, 4 Dec. 2024
That’s tasks like analyzing source code, generating new code, testing it and executing the change once it’s approved.
—Adrian Bridgwater, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
The company has identified weaknesses in its internal controls over financial reporting and is executing a remediation plan, including hiring additional staff and implementing a new ERP system.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for executing
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The office is tasked with enforcing federal civil rights laws across a wide swath of American life.Julia Wick, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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On top of enforcing immigration and customs laws, ICE is responsible for identifying, arresting and deporting undocumented immigrants through the agency’s Enforcement and Removal Operations arm.Daniel Gonzalez, The Arizona Republic, 7 Dec. 2024
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What's your favorite part about just touring or performing live in general?Them, Them, 11 Dec. 2024
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The top-performing loyalty programs generate 15% to 25% more revenue annually from brand loyalists.Frank Minervini, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Luigi Mangione, the man accused of murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, allegedly turned to the internet forum Reddit to discuss his own health problems.Lawrence Yee, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024
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Dawson plays Maritza Cruz, a high-end celebrity attorney, pulled into a headline-making case involving Fatima, a cunning young waitress who is accused of serial poisoning and murdering 28 people.Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 10 Dec. 2024
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Yet Thompson saw what Mckee’s congregation was accomplishing and saw the potential for the police department to collaborate with churches on crime prevention.David Clarey, Journal Sentinel, 3 Dec. 2024
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In the center of the bash, Entertainment 360’s Ryan Tunick and Gersh’s Gaby Cohen were giving each other credit for accomplishing longtime goals of securing a spot on the list during the same year.Chris Gardner, The Hollywood Reporter, 21 Nov. 2024
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These options keep top talent engaged while fulfilling their career aspirations.Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Their vision is to create a strong, connected network that supports mothers in every stage of their expatriate journey, making relocation both rewarding and fulfilling.Christine Michel Carter, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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For high-achieving women—many of whom serve as community leaders, entrepreneurs or executives—this truth is especially relevant.Shay Levister, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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This holistic approach to handling public markets is essential for fostering long-term growth and achieving sustainable success.Cody Slach, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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But the third nominee, Robin Williams, still got on stage at the insistence of Nicholson and ended up doing a spot-on imitation of him.Jenelle Riley, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
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The installation and monthly fees related to those alarm systems are also deductible as part of the cost of doing business on those types of properties.Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Biden is dispatching his national security advisor, Jake Sullivan, to Israel this week for talks with Netanyahu and Israeli officials about the situation in Syria and ongoing efforts to win a cease-fire and hostage deal that could bring an end to the war in Gaza.Matthew Lee, Los Angeles Times, 10 Dec. 2024
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But as the larger plot rolls along, dispatching the Commandos to a fictional Eastern European nation to protect its Princess Ilana (Maria Bakalova) against the sorceress Circe (Anya Chalotra), Gunn gives each member of the team a spotlight via flashbacks.Alison Herman, Variety, 5 Dec. 2024
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“Executing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/executing. Accessed 13 Dec. 2024.
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