ACCESSING Synonyms: 24 Similar and Opposite Words

accessing

verb

present participle of access

as in entering

to go or come in or into could not access the bank vault because the lock was controlled by a timer

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Recent Examples of accessing Panu mentioned that Novig’s deal with the Mets contains integration with the club’s rewards program, which could also lead to users accessing enhanced experiences at Citi Field. — Tim Britton, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026 Walsh said the risks created by third-party software accessing sensitive information aren’t unique to ChatGPT or AI. — Tatiana Sataua, Fortune, 26 Aug. 2026 For many Americans, accessing fresh, clean water is as simple as turning a tap. — Simmone Shah, Time, 26 Aug. 2026 Karol Nawrocki, representing the national-conservative camp and who eventually won the presidency, promised legislation that would prioritize Polish citizens over Ukrainians when accessing public services. — ABC News, 25 Aug. 2026 There are elevators for the restaurants and rooms, but several staircases are required for accessing many spaces, including the split-level beach club and marina. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Aug. 2026 Collins argued that Cumming should be subject to Maryland's Public Information Act — the same rules as the public — when accessing records. — Adam Thompson, CBS News, 25 Aug. 2026 That firm allegedly coordinated with co-conspirators at Supermicro and Nvidia, succeeding for years at ensuring that China wasn’t completely blocked from accessing Nvidia’s most advanced AI chips. — Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 24 Aug. 2026 Files are encrypted on the device before being uploaded, preventing FileJump from accessing their contents. — Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 23 Aug. 2026

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However, entering June, crude prices pulled back significantly, while retail gasoline prices declined at a markedly slower pace.

— , CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
Late Thursday, Hoffenberg shared with the Tribune a two-hour surveillance video that, at one point, shows Landek and Hoffenberg entering the frame in mid-conversation.

— Dan Petrella, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of entering

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Concrete is mixed with a crystalline, waterproof powder that blocks water from penetrating into it, protecting structures and extending their life.

— Dorany Pineda, Los Angeles Times, 23 Aug. 2026
Concrete is mixed with a crystalline, water-proof powder that blocks water from penetrating into it, protecting structures and extending their life.

— ABC News, ABC News, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of penetrating

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Agents then raided the Wynwood apartment and found 540 kilos (almost 1,200 pounds) of cocaine, $3 million in cash, 14 firearms and more than 100 rounds of armor-piercing bullets, prosecutors say.

— David Goodhue August 26, Miami Herald, 26 Aug. 2026
Claire’s is trying to recapture its glory as the go-to destination for both tween girls and for piercing.

— Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of piercing

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