1
as in to list
to specify one after another
I proceeded to enumerate the reasons why I would be justified in filing a lawsuit for negligence
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as in to count
to find the sum of (a collection of things) by noting each one as it is being added
there were more birds hovering about the bird feeder than I could possibly enumerate
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as in to itemize
to make a list of
let's enumerate the top ten reasons why Top Ten lists have gotten out of hand
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Recent Examples of enumerate
The reports, which the orchestra’s lawyers added as separate exhibits to motions to dismiss the two lawsuits, enumerate multiple allegations of misconduct against both men, inside and outside the orchestra: the 11 faced by Wang and three claims of misconduct against Muckey, including Kizer’s.
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Sammy Sussman, Vulture, 8 Aug. 2025
The death totals are enumerated by war, from the American Revolution to Vietnam.
—Jack Schnedler, Arkansas Online, 4 Aug. 2025
Ukrainian defense and intelligence government leaders and experts shared concrete data with our mission, enumerating the alarmingly global — not European — nature of this conflict.
—Laura Thornton, Twin Cities, 27 June 2025
Sheinbaum countered by enumerating her achievements, including her management of the COVID-19 pandemic.
—Stephania Taladrid, New Yorker, 21 Apr. 2025
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Sammy Sussman, Vulture, 8 Aug. 2025
The death totals are enumerated by war, from the American Revolution to Vietnam.
—Jack Schnedler, Arkansas Online, 4 Aug. 2025
Ukrainian defense and intelligence government leaders and experts shared concrete data with our mission, enumerating the alarmingly global — not European — nature of this conflict.
—Laura Thornton, Twin Cities, 27 June 2025
Sheinbaum countered by enumerating her achievements, including her management of the COVID-19 pandemic.
—Stephania Taladrid, New Yorker, 21 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for enumerate
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The alert lists the products' names, UPC numbers, sizes, sell-through dates, store banner names and states for the affected products.—
Deputy News Editor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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Argosy’s other dining options listed on its website include Hops House, Red Lotus Asian Kitchen, Parisi Cafe and Slice Pizzeria.—
Jenna Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
30 Sep. 2025
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Though Pearsall may be out due to injury, the team might have Jennings to count on no matter what.—
James Brizuela,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Sep. 2025
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Now, the neoclassical structure is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and museum counting 57 of Orozco’s frescoes.—
David Shortell,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Sep. 2025
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Only roughly 10% of taxpayers now itemize their deductions; most people claim the standard deduction.—
Susan Tompor,
Freep.com,
23 Sep. 2025
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Airbnb rental costs are itemized.—
Justin Wingerter,
Denver Post,
23 Sep. 2025
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Instead, Arthur recites some Shakespeare and settles into a sulk after discovering some plans Edward has not shared with him.—
Keith Phipps,
Vulture,
25 Sep. 2025
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Newsweek was unable to find reputable studies that verified the exact figures Trump has recited.—
Alexis Kayser,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Sep. 2025
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Another told Feltner to call a township trustee.—
Patricia Gallagher Newberry,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
2 Oct. 2025
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Caroline Ervin, landscape designer and owner of The Georgetown Garden Shop, told shrubs that produce berries in the fall are especially valuable during migration season, offering essential nutrition to birds in need of high-fat, energy-rich foods.—
Maria Azzurra Volpe,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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As part of its stormwater permit, which runs until 2027, the city is required to submit an annual report detailing its actions and performance in complying with the permit’s requirements.—
Devan Patel,
Mercury News,
26 Sep. 2025
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After the Herald published a series of investigative articles detailing how the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, the state agency that investigates fatal boating accidents, never interviewed key eyewitnesses, the Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office reopened the case.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
26 Sep. 2025
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Koupparis, who makes costuming a speciality, is among the most senior members of this group, which first numbered about 15 people when it was founded in 2013.—
Neda Ulaby,
NPR,
27 Sep. 2025
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The other cards in his hand are all numbered.—
Kayti Burt,
Time,
26 Sep. 2025
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The assessment by the Washington, DC think tank outlined how Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SCNC) had directed military and civilian officials to designate successors in the event of leadership disruption to ensure continuation in the event of war.—
Brendan Cole,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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OpenAI's 120-day plan In a blog post, OpenAI outlined steps to strengthen protections.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
30 Sep. 2025
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“Enumerate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enumerate. Accessed 2 Oct. 2025.
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