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noun

ˈsīt How to pronounce site (audio)
Definition of sitenext
as in location
the area or space occupied by or intended for something this field is the intended site for a new shopping mall

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verb

as in to situate

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Recent Examples of site
Noun
The housing authority said in a news release that the project will modernize the property and address critical building and site needs while maintaining affordable housing at the complex. — Dylan Lysen, Kansas City Star, 6 Oct. 2026 This group has promoted the Durupınar site as the resting place of Noah’s Ark since at least 2021. — Eric Vanden Eykel, The Conversation, 6 Oct. 2026 Organizers will also take the Salone Contract platform on tour internationally to connect with emerging markets through site visits and meetings with industry decision-makers. — Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 6 Oct. 2026 The rebound has largely been due to a US naval protection program and strikes against Iranian radar sites, but Tehran has upped the number of strikes on vessels near Hormuz, threatening any energy trade resurgence. — Prashant Rao, semafor.com, 5 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for site
Recent Examples of Synonyms for site
  1. location
  2. situate
  3. venue
  4. set up
  5. place
  6. stick
  7. embed
  8. lodge
Noun
  • Dan Freeman, litigation director for the Democratic National Committee, agrees there is a low likelihood of immigration agents at voting locations, but his team is prepared to go to court should the administration try.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 2 Oct. 2026
  • The product was distributed to retail stores nationwide and sold at select Walmart and Target locations in California.
    — Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of location
Verb
  • The site is situated on the island of Lismore and is believed to have been founded by Saint Mo Luóc, an early Christian saint also known as Moluag.
    — Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 1 Oct. 2026
  • Does the emphasis in this summer’s shows on Lee’s painting suggest a new phase in the reception of his work—situating him, perhaps, in greater proximity to Korean dansaekhwa painting than to the School of Things?
    — Barry Schwabsky, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of situate
Noun
  • The attendance record, which was broken on the second of Bryan’s two performances at the venue, was announced by tour promoter AEG on Sunday morning, and in a post on the stadium’s social media accounts.
    — Chris Willman, Variety, 4 Oct. 2026
  • Gillette Stadium lists its capacity at 64,628, though seating configurations can vary for concerts and other events, according to the venue’s website.
    — Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 4 Oct. 2026
Definition of venue
Verb
  • That set up a field goal drive and a fleeting 3-0 lead by the visitors.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 5 Oct. 2026
  • The Texans were facing third-and-14 when a hook-and-ladder play with a 2-yard catch by Dalton Schultz and a 19-yard run by David Montgomery set up that score.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of set up
Noun
  • Thanks to its waves of immigration, there are lots of excellent Japanese, Italian and Middle Eastern restaurants, but there are also plenty of wonderful Brazilian places.
    — The Week UK, TheWeek, 4 Oct. 2026
  • On rainy days and sunny days alike, this is a worthwhile place to come nerd out.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Oct. 2026
Definition of place
Verb
  • One prospective shopper, Sam, a 38-year-old freelance fashion designer, was drawn in first by the queue, but decided to stick it out.
    — Joe Bobowicz, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2026
  • Overrun with puzzling plot points, several cameos and a bloated supporting cast, the series fails to stick the landing.
    — Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of stick
Verb
  • The brand’s creative director, Pelagia Kolotouros, debuted the ACE-T1 sneaker, a chunky silhouette featuring actual tennis balls embedded into the heels.
    — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 4 Oct. 2026
  • Now, as then, the dehumanization of Arab and Muslim lives is embedded in the very language used to describe their slaughter.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of embed
Verb
  • Everyone from the guides to the dining staff have come to know the area well over the years of preparation to open—and deeply love the animals and scenery that lodges like this one aim to protect.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Following an October 2025 weapon charge, ICE lodged a detainer against Bautista, but local officials declined the request under New York City's sanctuary policies.
    — Louis Casiano, FOXNews.com, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of lodge

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