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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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Sen. Paul Bettencourt, a Houston Republican, sent a letter to Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton that same day asking him to “investigate” any counties seeking to implement moratoriums and “explore any necessary legal actions.”

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

As companies begin to implement AI, it’s important that workers of all ages learn these tools and adapt — whether they’re just starting their careers or nearing retirement.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

Following the latest round of US-brokered talks in Washington on Wednesday, envoys from Israel and Lebanon agreed to implement a ceasefire that hinged on Iran-backed Hezbollah halting its attacks.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

It said there was "currently" no fee for using them, but it was "developing proposals with the manufacturer to implement a billing system".

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

More than twenty-eight hundred Peace Corps volunteers were now trained to implement programs for girls internationally.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama




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