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download

[doun-lohd] / ˈdaʊnˌloʊd /
VERB
transfer data from one computer system to another
Synonyms
STRONGEST
load log in
STRONG
compute computerize digitize initialize input program run
WEAK
boot up crunch numbers key in keyboard log out

Example Sentences

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Easter Lily is available now as a digital download and across streaming platforms.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

An email sent to the app’s developers returned an automatic response with a download link for Max.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Definitely download the app before you get there.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

In Europe, Surfshark maintained download speeds around 180 Mbps, while NordVPN hovered near 175 Mbps.

From Salon • Mar. 27, 2026

Truth is, I hadn’t heard of them, either, but I knew enough to pretend I knew them—at least until I could download the song tonight.

From "Auggie & Me" by R. J. Palacio

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.