as in category
one of the units into which a whole is divided on the basis of a common characteristic
dinosaur remains that do not fit any existing classification
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Recent Examples of classification
The remarks were interpreted by many on the right as an incorrect classification of Robinson’s beliefs and a direct or indirect placement of blame for Kirk’s murder on extreme-right politics.
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Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 25 Sep. 2025
In February 2024, several months after Robinson received a positive performance review, the investigation was closed and Robinson was demoted two classifications to a correctional lieutenant.
—William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 24 Sep. 2025
Moreover, the study’s methodology crams certain ideologies under one umbrella that otherwise would not fit neatly into a political classification.
—Mia Cathell, The Washington Examiner, 22 Sep. 2025
The complaint argues that Uber's classification of drivers as independent contractors allows the company to sidestep the benefits like overtime and vehicle maintenance costs and oversight required for traditional employees.
—Stuart Dyos, Nashville Tennessean, 22 Sep. 2025
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Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 25 Sep. 2025
In February 2024, several months after Robinson received a positive performance review, the investigation was closed and Robinson was demoted two classifications to a correctional lieutenant.
—William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 24 Sep. 2025
Moreover, the study’s methodology crams certain ideologies under one umbrella that otherwise would not fit neatly into a political classification.
—Mia Cathell, The Washington Examiner, 22 Sep. 2025
The complaint argues that Uber's classification of drivers as independent contractors allows the company to sidestep the benefits like overtime and vehicle maintenance costs and oversight required for traditional employees.
—Stuart Dyos, Nashville Tennessean, 22 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for classification
Noun
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Physics was the first category mentioned in Nobel's will, likely reflecting the prominence of the field during his time.—
USA Today,
USA Today,
7 Oct. 2025
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Trump has vowed for weeks to clean up crime in Chicago, though the city has experienced a decline in most major crime categories this year, according to WBEZ.—
Obed Manuel,
NPR,
7 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Fireworks or incendiary devices of any kind.—
Haadiza Ogwude,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
5 Oct. 2025
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Sirras said that award looks to be the first of its kind, and the board likely offered it to Nejatian because of a blessing from Opendoor’s cofounders, Eric Wu and Khosla Ventures’ Keith Rabois.—
Amanda Gerut,
Fortune,
5 Oct. 2025
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“Classification.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/classification. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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