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[ih-stab-lish] / ɪˈstæb lɪʃ /




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The majority’s approach to aesthetic injury could make it more difficult for historic-preservation organizations to establish standing when their members regularly visit and appreciate a building or landmark threatened by government action.

From Slate Sep. 1, 2026

In a statement, the activists called for an independent investigation to establish "who requested, authorised, facilitated and concealed Dr Besigye's rendition".

From Barron's Sep. 1, 2026

In March, an Alameda County judge declined to halt the cancellations but required the DMV to establish a process so they could reapply.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 31, 2026

At the time, Rugen was in his early 20s trying to establish himself in the real-estate industry.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 31, 2026

Clearly, the purpose of the black codes in general and the vagrancy laws in particular was to establish another system of forced labor.

From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander

This battle over cheese does not pass the smell test for Busch, who argues the U.S. also gives preferential treatment to countries it establishes trade deals with—including Canada.

From Slate Aug. 27, 2026

Cohen’s office said in a statement that its bill “clarifies existing law and establishes a consistent, common-sense standard for determining whether an owner remains connected to a securities account.”

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 24, 2026

None of that establishes that political access changed the government’s response.

From Salon Aug. 14, 2026

"This study establishes an important boundary for Alzheimer's disease genetics," said Matt Huentelman, PhD, professor and director in TGen's Early Detection and Prevention Division and co-senior author with Rogalski.

From Science Daily Jul. 25, 2026

"Once the water starts flowing in the new channel,” Woods said, "it is almost impossible to put it back in the old as the new channel rapidly downcuts and establishes itself.”

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann

Researchers have also established links between individual social factors, including income and education, and cardiovascular health.

From Science Daily Sep. 2, 2026

According to Unifil, the Israeli military has established four new bases in the invaded areas, bringing the number of such positions to nine.

From BBC Sep. 2, 2026

Don Omar solidified his position at the forefront of the global reggaeton movement, while Hakim had established himself as a superstar in the Middle East and North Africa in the ’90s and 2000s.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 1, 2026

An established universe of listed consumer and restaurant companies also offers reference points for evaluating JFCI.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 1, 2026

But, as we have established, his snout was as keen as ever, and it did not miss the familiar scent of sweet, rotting trash that wafted toward him.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman

Choosing time over money doesn’t have to be out of reach if you plan accordingly — and establishing good financial habits before making major life changes is a wise start.

From MarketWatch Aug. 31, 2026

"Verification remains one of the biggest challenges in firmly establishing experimental quantum advantage," said Bill Fefferman, Associate Professor at the University of Chicago.

From Science Daily Aug. 30, 2026

He made 28 appearances in Serie A for Atalanta last season, establishing himself as a regular starter for the Italian club.

From BBC Aug. 27, 2026

Iran held more talks with Oman about establishing a safe shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz, with the Omani foreign ministry saying a temporary corridor could be announced soon.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 26, 2026

But even that landmark precedent, so crucial in establishing the republican principle of rotation in office, paled in comparison to an even more elemental political and psychological realization.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis




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