centers
word · lemma: center
Definition
Plural of 'center': places or points where activities, services, or specific actions happen. Can also refer to the middle points of objects or locations.
Usage & Nuances
Most often refers to physical places: 'shopping centers', 'health centers'. Less commonly, can mean middle points. Frequently used in business, education, and community contexts. Do not use 'centers' for 'centers on' (verb meaning 'focuses on').
Example Sentences
There are three community centers in our town.
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Shopping centers are busy on weekends.
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The two circles have the same centers.
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A lot of parents take their kids to activity centers after school.
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Some companies have wellness centers for employees to relax.
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Universities often build new research centers to support innovation.
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