registration

noun

ˌre-jə-ˈstrā-shən How to pronounce registration (audio)
Definition of registrationnext
as in enrollment
the number of individuals registered there was a large registration for the popular swim classes at the community center

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Recent Examples of registration Attorneys for the city, petitioners and objectors have combed through Kane County voter registration records, according to Raymond Esquivel, Kane County director of elections. — Addison Wright, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026 While tickets are complimentary, advance registration is required. — Olivia Evans, Louisville Courier Journal, 28 Aug. 2026 Election officials can help determine why your registration was placed on the suspense list and whether your information needs correction. — Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026 The lawsuit alleges that South Dakota’s rollout of the proof-of-citizenship requirement has disqualified eligible voters over erroneous minutiae and failed to offer them a realistic shot at fixing problems with their registration application. — John Hult, States Newsroom, 28 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for registration
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enrollment
Noun
  • The Little Rock School District faces declining enrollment and financial challenges.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 27 Aug. 2026
  • As the program manager, my role is to connect with families and community partners, promote enrollment, educate on the importance of early childhood literacy, and ultimately make sure children have access to the free books.
    — Kristy High, CNBC, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of enrollment

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“Registration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/registration. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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