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as in type
one of the units into which a whole is divided on the basis of a common characteristic
there are various grades of wool to consider when selecting a fabric
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as in standard
something set up as an example against which others of the same type are compared
that painting just doesn't make the grade
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as in slope
the degree to which something rises up from a position level with the horizon
the hill rises at a seven percent grade
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as in to rank
to arrange or assign according to type
grade these apples "extra fancy" and those "fancy"
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as in to be
to take or have a certain position within a group arranged in vertical classes
believe it or not, that music grades pretty high with young teens
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Recent Examples of grade
Hilary Whiteman, CNN Money, 3 Oct. 2025
The offer is good for up to 35 gallons of gas and is eligible on all fuel grades.
—Marina Johnson, Freep.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Soo Kim, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Sep. 2025
Hard to objectively grade here.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 30 Sep. 2025
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Verb
For many girls and women, the internet has become the only way to connect and defy the Taliban’s ban on education beyond sixth grade.
—Hilary Whiteman, CNN Money, 3 Oct. 2025
The offer is good for up to 35 gallons of gas and is eligible on all fuel grades.
—Marina Johnson, Freep.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Adjective
Each metric was graded on a 100-point scale, with 100 representing the most favorable conditions for food enthusiasts.
—Soo Kim, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Sep. 2025
Hard to objectively grade here.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 30 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for grade
Noun
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Even 6 inches of moving water can pose a serious risk of knocking you off your feet.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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This came after higher-than-average rainfall levels to start the summer, including nearly 4 inches above normal in July, per the NWS, with record-breaking rainfall on July 28, the Free Press reported.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The unemployment rate for Gen Z is more than double the national rate, which means freelance work may be a necessity as much as a choice.—
Diane Brady,
Fortune,
6 Oct. 2025
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That matched Denver’s success rate on its first eight third-down attempts of the game.—
Nick Kosmider,
New York Times,
6 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The coaching staff enforces a heightened standard of execution.—
Andy McCullough,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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Along with passing the map, the Utah legislature passed a bill on redistricting standards that amends Proposition 4, the law that came into play when Utah courts ruled the map needed to be redistricted.—
Molly Parks,
The Washington Examiner,
7 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Drawing over 2 million people annually, this winter wonderland includes family-friendly daytime activities like a snow-rafting slope and elaborate snow sculptures that light up at night.—
Kristin Braswell,
AFAR Media,
7 Oct. 2025
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What began as a hiking trip with friends on the breathtaking slopes of on the Tibetan side of Mount Everest turned into a frightening ordeal for 30-year-old Feng Holiday, after a rare October blizzard left her and hundreds of hikers stranded in treacherous conditions.—
Lex Harvey,
CNN Money,
7 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Here are the 10 deadliest missiles on the planet as of 2025, ranked by reach, firepower, and technological edge.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Oct. 2025
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Some, like Cisco, ranked fifth on Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For – Europe list, are instead trying to use the technology to unlock employee potential—and give them back their time.—
Jessica Coacci,
Fortune,
9 Oct. 2025
Verb
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There were a number of turning points that went against the Chiefs.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
7 Oct. 2025
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Then there are the stars at every position — the players who finish most of their possessions scoring out of ball screens, isolations and post ups.—
Law Murray,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The Toyota plant in Kentucky makes the popular RAV4 Hybrid, the Camry, which went exclusively hybrid with the 2025 model year, and the luxury Lexus ES 350 and 300h.—
Olivia Evans,
Louisville Courier Journal,
3 Oct. 2025
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Automated wing deployment takes only about three minutes, and its hybrid propulsion design means owners can use either premium autogas or aviation fuel.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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This evening reflects the culmination of many years of artistry and friendship, reflected in her support for his new creative chapter at Balenciaga.—
Meredith Kile,
PEOPLE,
4 Oct. 2025
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Balmoral Arms Following a large-scale refurbishment, the former Deeside Inn in Ballater—a village 25 minutes from Braemar—entered a new chapter as the Balmoral Arms.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Oct. 2025
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“Grade.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grade. Accessed 10 Oct. 2025.
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