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as in to promote
to provide publicity for
the movie studios widely publicized their summer blockbusters
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as in to announce
to make known openly or publicly
the city hasn't done a good job of publicizing the new regulations for its recycling operation
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Recent Examples of publicize
During this roughly monthlong effort, International UAW President Shawn Fain made sure to publicize his union’s forthcoming push to unionize electric vehicle battery facilities, especially those located in the South.
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Olivia Evans, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025
The press did little to publicize the problem, but federal investigators from the U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division held hearings and a case went all the way to the Supreme Court.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 2 July 2025
In an effort to build trust, Broadway said KPD will also publicize their policies online and begin publishing an annual report next year that will contain a snapshot of crime statistics, use-of-force statistics, complaints received internally and from the community and awards for the previous year.
—Natalia Jaramillo, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 July 2025
The celebrated Scottish film and screen actor, who was regarded as one of the brightest lights of his generation, died at the age of 40 from AIDS in 1990, and asked that the cause of his death be publicized to promote awareness and acceptance of the illness.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 30 June 2025
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Olivia Evans, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025
The press did little to publicize the problem, but federal investigators from the U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division held hearings and a case went all the way to the Supreme Court.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 2 July 2025
In an effort to build trust, Broadway said KPD will also publicize their policies online and begin publishing an annual report next year that will contain a snapshot of crime statistics, use-of-force statistics, complaints received internally and from the community and awards for the previous year.
—Natalia Jaramillo, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 July 2025
The celebrated Scottish film and screen actor, who was regarded as one of the brightest lights of his generation, died at the age of 40 from AIDS in 1990, and asked that the cause of his death be publicized to promote awareness and acceptance of the illness.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 30 June 2025
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Investigators found no evidence of a client list or blackmail scheme involving prominent individuals, contradicting years of speculation and conspiracy theories that both Patel and Bongino had previously promoted.—
Adeola Adeosun
Hollie Silverman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 July 2025
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Benson Boone has spent 2025 promoting his new album American Heart, which debuted on the Billboard charts just a few weeks ago.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
12 July 2025
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President Donald Trump's administration announced sweeping new restrictions on access to federal benefits for undocumented immigrants.—
Billal Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 July 2025
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That month also saw JD.com announce a first round of subsidies worth 10 billion yuan, which went towards a food delivery discount program.—
Dylan Butts,Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
11 July 2025
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Oscar's sells burgers, specialty sandwiches and chicken, in addition to custard.—
Rose Androwich,
jsonline.com,
10 July 2025
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The latest instance of this ongoing conflict is The Notorious B.I.G., whose catalog was sold earlier this year for $100 million to Primary Wave; part of the funds have allegedly been hoarded by Faith Evans.—
Armon Sadler,
VIBE.com,
10 July 2025
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In fact, research published in Harvard Business Review shows that leaders who openly express uncertainty and reveal imperfections foster greater trust, loyalty, and emotional connection with their audiences and teams.—
Jeetendr Sehdev,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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In an interview with People, published July 12, Katie Gaudreau and Joyce opened up about the special, yet emotional day that was filled with grief and love.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
14 July 2025
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Exceeding the authority The U.S. Court of International Trade ruled in May that Trump had exceeded his authority by declaring an emergency to impose tariffs without congressional approval.—
Mauricio Savarese,
Los Angeles Times,
11 July 2025
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Just how confident is Vandy? Pavia last month called out Alabama on a national podcast, declaring the Commodores have the talent to beat the Tide again.—
Matt Hayes,
The Tennessean,
11 July 2025
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After the MacArthur Park action, Trump’s disciples proclaimed victory.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 July 2025
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That verdict comes from Paramore frontwoman Hayley Williams, one of a few big names (with Dave Grohl and the band HAIM) who proclaim their fanship.—
Brett Milano,
Boston Herald,
6 July 2025
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Harmon’s lateral agility and strong hands were as advertised during the offseason, but that was just football in shorts.—
Jeff Zrebiec,
New York Times,
8 July 2025
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Marilyn Manson made a short, virtual appearance at what was advertised as Ozzy Osbourne's final show with Black Sabbath.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
EW.com,
8 July 2025
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“Publicize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/publicize. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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