1
as in acquisition
something added to an existing supply
an exhibit of the museum's latest accessions
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2
as in access
the means or right of entering or participating in
joining the army was his emancipation from his family as well as his accession to adulthood
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Recent Examples of accession
Following Queen Elizabeth’s death in September 2022 and King Charles’ accession to the throne, both Lilibet and her older brother Archie, 5, officially became prince and princess.
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Jenzia Burgos, StyleCaster, 12 Jan. 2025
In Georgia, Putin has linked up with the billionaire Bidzina Ivanishvili, whose political party, Georgian Dream, has undermined democratic institutions and suspended the country’s accession talks with the European Union for four years.
—Michael McFaul, The Atlantic, 10 Mar. 2025
Ukraine’s accession to the EU and NATO would include a comparable commitment on Kyiv’s part.
—Stephen Hadley, Foreign Affairs, 7 Mar. 2025
Allies have been cool on -- or outright opposed to -- Ukraine's ambition for rapid NATO accession and subsequent protection under the bloc's Article 5 collective defense clause.
—David Brennan, ABC News, 17 Feb. 2025
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Jenzia Burgos, StyleCaster, 12 Jan. 2025
In Georgia, Putin has linked up with the billionaire Bidzina Ivanishvili, whose political party, Georgian Dream, has undermined democratic institutions and suspended the country’s accession talks with the European Union for four years.
—Michael McFaul, The Atlantic, 10 Mar. 2025
Ukraine’s accession to the EU and NATO would include a comparable commitment on Kyiv’s part.
—Stephen Hadley, Foreign Affairs, 7 Mar. 2025
Allies have been cool on -- or outright opposed to -- Ukraine's ambition for rapid NATO accession and subsequent protection under the bloc's Article 5 collective defense clause.
—David Brennan, ABC News, 17 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accession
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All three artists’ large and small works will be available for viewing, bidding, and acquisition.—
Dawn Giangiulio,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Apr. 2025
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Casey Sarai Cakes Body CEO For example, in the company’s first year in 2022, the team’s main goal was to determine their customer acquisition cost.—
Jennifer Liu,
CNBC,
4 Apr. 2025
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Keep your access fully charged for just $2.50 $1 per month for one year.—
Brian Barrett,
Wired News,
10 Apr. 2025
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As a bonus for new members, the travel bundle also comes with three months of unlimited streaming access to Pvolve’s library of over 1,500 classes.—
Maggie Ryan,
Flow Space,
10 Apr. 2025
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Unlike previous James action figures from McFarlane Toys and Starting Lineup that depict him in an NBA uniform, the first NBA Ken doll will feature the future Hall of Famer in an adjustable, multi-accessory outfit worthy of a pre-game entrance to the locker room.—
David Betancourt,
New York Times,
9 Apr. 2025
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Those fees are in addition to the cost of entrance passes into Sequoia National Park (which starts at $20).—
Bailey Berg,
AFAR Media,
9 Apr. 2025
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The competitive college admissions process continues.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Tickets are also available in various multi-day configurations that include admission to Universal Orlando’s other parks.—
Adrian Ruhi,
Miami Herald,
7 Apr. 2025
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Upon entering the white wood-sided and brick structure, an entry foyer immediately reveals river and marsh vistas.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
28 Mar. 2025
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Mount Fuji is taking another step toward curbing overtourism by doubling its entry fee this summer.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
28 Mar. 2025
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Easter welcome porch sign: on sale for $36 (10% off) Original price: $40 Nothing is as inviting as a wooden porch sign at your front door.—
Nora Colomer,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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YoungBoy Never Broke Again should be expecting a knock on his door and a fresh batch of homemade cookies some time real soon.—
Angel Diaz,
Billboard,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Accession.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accession. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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