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as in moniker
a word or combination of words by which a person or thing is regularly known
introduced himself and then asked what my name was
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as in insult
an act or expression showing scorn and usually intended to hurt another's feelings
quit calling her names
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as in face
outward and often deceptive indication
a celebrity who is the head of the charitable organization in name only
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as in reputation
overall quality as seen or judged by people in general
has a good name among fellow marine biologists
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as in star
a person who is widely known and usually much talked about
managed to get several names to appear at the restaurant's opening
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as in to label
to give a name to
decided to name her new puppy "Bubbles"
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as in to mention
to make reference to or speak about briefly but specifically
I don't want to name anyone in particular, but someone in this room fiddled with my car's radio
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as in to nominate
to pick (someone) by one's authority for a specific position or duty
was named the provost of the university
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as in to select
to decide to accept (someone or something) from a group of possibilities
you don't like my offer? Just name your price
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as in to set
to decide upon (the time or date for an event) usually from a position of authority
you name the date and I'll make sure I'm there
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as in to choose
to come to a judgment about after discussion or consideration
they finally named a date for the wedding
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as in respected
having a good reputation especially in a field of knowledge
the university's physics department boasts a number of name physicists
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Recent Examples of name
Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 23 June 2026
Authorities have not released the victims' names.
—Richard Ramos, CBS News, 23 June 2026
Jesse Armas, Curbed, 16 June 2026
The legislative branch is named as sovereign, not coequal, in that document, folks.
—Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2026
Vulture, 23 June 2022
Although pancake mix and syrup are not sold out in most stores, most popular or name brand items are harder to come by.
—Dallas News, 26 Apr. 2020
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Noun
Sneakers are always calling my name, another excellent travel companion.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 23 June 2026
Authorities have not released the victims' names.
—Richard Ramos, CBS News, 23 June 2026
Verb
Gifford was preparing to sell it, with the cash benefiting 25 Jewish charities that Goldberg had named as beneficiaries.
—Jesse Armas, Curbed, 16 June 2026
The legislative branch is named as sovereign, not coequal, in that document, folks.
—Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2026
Adjective
As interesting as the pro-name change argument may be, Zaslav may ultimately decide it’s not worth the investment in time and resources to make what is at the core a cosmetic change.
—Vulture, 23 June 2022
Although pancake mix and syrup are not sold out in most stores, most popular or name brand items are harder to come by.
—Dallas News, 26 Apr. 2020
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for name
Noun
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Under a different moniker but of the same spirit is the Campus 00s.—
Ian Servantes,
Footwear News,
16 June 2026
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Angelina Jolie’s son Knox is joining his siblings in dropping his dad Brad Pitt’s last name, just weeks after his older sister Zahara, 21, and older brother Maddox, 24, made the moniker change legal.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
13 June 2026
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Former Chair Jerome Powell for months was hit with insults when the Fed either didn't lower rates, or didn't lower them enough.—
Rachel Barber,
USA Today,
17 June 2026
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Turns out, this is a term of endearment, not an insult.—
Jim Edwards,
Fortune,
17 June 2026
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Still, as the face of Manchester’s rejuvenation, Burnham assumed a US governor-style regional leader profile.—
Issy Ronald,
CNN Money,
20 June 2026
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The exchange came about a minute after Clark drilled a 3-pointer in Reese's face.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
20 June 2026
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In a former life, this appliance may have doubled as tools used in his prior trade; however, the rapper—whose reputation for serving up hearty helpings of clever musings on the drug trade precedes him—remains intent on feeding the streets.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
17 June 2026
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Twelve location expansions followed, each awarded on reputation without a competitive bid.—
Malana VanTyler,
Miami Herald,
17 June 2026
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The teenager is a team assistant and volunteer with big dreams of one day becoming a soccer star.—
Ryan Hughes,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
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The former child star was met by paramedics after landing at Los Angeles International Airport on Monday, June 15, and was transported to a hospital.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
17 June 2026
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The team played so well in the leadup to the World Cup that many labeled Ecuador a darkhorse candidate to win the whole thing.—
Kellis Robinett,
Kansas City Star,
21 June 2026
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Whole leaf extract of aloe vera has been labeled as a possible carcinogen by the International Agency for Research on Cancer.—
Cory Martin,
Verywell Health,
21 June 2026
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King’s attorney, Bill Mason, began his presentation by referencing Bosworth’s mentioning a defendant can’t be judged for not testifying in their own defense.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 June 2026
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Daeron has not yet appeared in House of the Dragon but is mentioned in the second season’s sixth episode when Alicent asks her brother Gwayne (Freddie Fox) how Daeron is doing in Oldtown.—
Skyler Trepel,
PEOPLE,
22 June 2026
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Burrows was also nominated for 15 Directors Guild of America Awards during his career, winning five.—
Kerry Breen,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
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He was nominated for dozens of Emmy Awards and Directors Guild of America Awards over his long career.—
Nardine Saad,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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“Name.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/name. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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