establishes

present tense third-person singular of establish
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as in proves
to gain full recognition or acceptance of a first novel that established him as one of the most promising writers of his generation

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Recent Examples of establishes This focused approach not only maximizes your limited resources but also establishes your brand as an authority in a specific space. Expert Panel®, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024 This brain map establishes a baseline against which future experimental connectomes can be compared. Tom Hawking, Popular Science, 2 Oct. 2024 The Central Bank of Malaysia Act establishes the ringgit as the country's sole legal tender, effectively excluding cryptocurrencies from this status. Andrey Sergeenkov, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024 This law establishes the framework for when HICs can collect, use, and disclose personal health information (PHI). Hessie Jones, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024 The text also establishes protections for whistleblowers to report violations and enables the AG to sue for damages caused by safety incidents. Emma Roth, The Verge, 29 Sep. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for establishes
Verb
  • As with all facial massagers, a slight pink flush on the skin indicates a boost in blood circulation, which proves that the tool is working as intended.
    Lauren Valenti, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024
  • While suede is most often associated with jackets, belts, and Western-leaning boots, the new crop of handbag offerings proves that they can be sophisticated, modern, and unique.
    Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024
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  • The very fact that Kohls was being harassed under the law demonstrates just one fatal problem with it.
    The Editors, National Review, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Her experience demonstrates how starting small with clear goals, a strong product-market fit, attentive customer listening, and relentless work ethic can lead to remarkable success.
    Hilary Tetenabum, USA TODAY, 4 Oct. 2024
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  • For instance, research shows that during puberty, there are unique differences in how muscle develops in boys versus girls.
    Discover Magazine, Discover Magazine, 15 Nov. 2024
  • The filing shows that the company has not generated any revenues for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, and 2023.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
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  • Young Data Scientists League, a non-profit organization focusing on empowering middle and high school students to use data science in creating public good, initiates new projects around AI ethics.
    Gerui Wang, Forbes, 17 Oct. 2024
  • These initiates concluded just as the federal student loan system is experiencing unprecedented upheaval due to legal challenges seeking to block President Biden’s student loan forgiveness initiatives.
    Adam S. Minsky, Forbes, 16 Oct. 2024
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  • This sense of responsibility creates trust and drives better outcomes.
    Lynda Silsbee, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Taiyo Watanabe The unusual form also creates an intimate rooftop terrace, where the couple and their children can enjoy treetop views, and an overhang that shades the entrance.
    Morgan Goldberg, Architectural Digest, 4 Oct. 2024
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  • Sometimes, things just go wrong; the incorrect patch is pushed, or an update introduces new vulnerabilities.
    Stephanie Domas, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
  • The issue arises because the new ERP system introduces best practices for the industry, but some employees resist adapting.
    Claus Jepsen, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
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  • Allure Daily Beauty Blast Get the latest beauty news and product launches in your inbox daily.
    Dianna Mazzone Singh, Allure, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Epic launches tools to self-publish on its mobile store.
    Jay Peters, The Verge, 3 Oct. 2024

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“Establishes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/establishes. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

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