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establishes

  • present tense form
    of establish (3rd person singular).
    establish
    verb (used with object)
    to found, institute, build, or bring into being on a firm or stable basis.

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Senate Bill 813, establishes a framework for independent verification organizations that can assess AI systems and models for compliance with state law.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 11, 2026

A 2011 law establishes penalties of up to 20 years of disqualification from operating in Argentina and up to 15 years in prison for the offense.

From Barron's Sep. 8, 2026

“This agreement establishes a standard that is far lower than that required by more than 100 countries around the world,” said Kimball.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 2, 2026

This battle over cheese does not pass the smell test for Busch, who argues the U.S. also gives preferential treatment to countries it establishes trade deals with—including Canada.

From Slate Aug. 27, 2026

"Once the water starts flowing in the new channel,” Woods said, "it is almost impossible to put it back in the old as the new channel rapidly downcuts and establishes itself.”

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann