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implement

[im-pluh-muhnt, im-pluh-ment, -muhnt] / ˈɪm plə mənt, ˈɪm pləˌmɛnt, -mənt /




Usage

What are other ways to say implement? An implement is any tool or contrivance designed or used for a particular purpose: agricultural implements. An instrument is anything used in doing a certain type of work or producing a certain result, especially such as requires delicacy, accuracy, or precision: surgical or musical instruments. A tool is a contrivance held in and worked by the hand, for assisting the work of (especially) mechanics or skilled laborers: a carpenter's tools. A utensil is especially an article for domestic use: kitchen utensils.

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“Oil and Iran do matter,” said Rob Almeida, global investment strategist for MFS Investment Management — but they matter in terms of their potential to implement an inflationary supply shock, he noted.

From MarketWatch • Jul. 12, 2026

Having the three frontcourt players has been an adjustment for coach Lynne Roberts to find how to implement them all in the offense.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 12, 2026

It's not clear that just because he's endorsed property tax reform that he'll definitely implement changes in government, but we've asked some experts for their view.

From BBC • Jul. 10, 2026

In a preliminary view on Friday, the European Commission said it "considers that Meta needs to implement design changes to both Instagram and Facebook" after concluding the platforms broke EU content rules.

From Barron's • Jul. 10, 2026

This does not mean you should implement every last suggestion they offer.

From "The Sense of Style" by Steven Pinker




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