as in to identify
to find out or establish the identity of
studies that show that eyewitnesses are surprisingly unreliable when called upon to ID the perpetrators of crimes
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as in identification
something presented to show that someone is the person they claim to be
The bouncer is required to check IDs at the door.
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Recent Examples of ID
Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 2 May 2025
Between the lines: There are other tools on the market that ID drugs that can be repurposed.
—Tina Reed, Axios, 25 Sep. 2024
Detroit Free Press Staff, Freep.com, 2 Oct. 2025
The kiosks will eventually be updated with facial recognition tech, similar to Face ID on phones, to speed up the check-in process.
—Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2025
The project is administered by Local Media Foundation, tax ID #36‐4427750, a Section 501(c)(3) charitable trust affiliated with Local Media Association.
—Everett Eaton, jsonline.com, 2 Oct. 2025
Those applying will need to provide a valid ID, proof of residence, a social security number and proof of income.
—Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 2 Oct. 2025
To apply to be a volunteer, a person must have a Comic-Con Member ID.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Sep. 2025
The stitching has begun to fray, the card slots have been stretched out over time, and the once-clear shield of the ID slot is, well… not so clear anymore.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2025
Genians, which uncovered the fake ID scheme, said this latest case underscores just how much generative AI has changed the game.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 27 Sep. 2025
More big stories California DMV opens early for those needing a Real ID before the May 7 deadline.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 13 Apr. 2025
Verb
Keeping your cards, cash, and ID safe and sound while traveling just got way easier.
—Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 2 May 2025
Between the lines: There are other tools on the market that ID drugs that can be repurposed.
—Tina Reed, Axios, 25 Sep. 2024
Noun
Ensure the names on your ID and Social Security card match exactly.
—Detroit Free Press Staff, Freep.com, 2 Oct. 2025
The kiosks will eventually be updated with facial recognition tech, similar to Face ID on phones, to speed up the check-in process.
—Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2025
The project is administered by Local Media Foundation, tax ID #36‐4427750, a Section 501(c)(3) charitable trust affiliated with Local Media Association.
—Everett Eaton, jsonline.com, 2 Oct. 2025
Those applying will need to provide a valid ID, proof of residence, a social security number and proof of income.
—Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 2 Oct. 2025
To apply to be a volunteer, a person must have a Comic-Con Member ID.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Sep. 2025
The stitching has begun to fray, the card slots have been stretched out over time, and the once-clear shield of the ID slot is, well… not so clear anymore.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2025
Genians, which uncovered the fake ID scheme, said this latest case underscores just how much generative AI has changed the game.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 27 Sep. 2025
More big stories California DMV opens early for those needing a Real ID before the May 7 deadline.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 13 Apr. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ID
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Authorities identified the shooter as Thomas Jacob Sanford, 40, of the neighboring small town of Burton.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
29 Sep. 2025
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During the investigation, detectives identified and contacted a witness in Phoenix, prompting a joint investigation between the Sheriff's Office and the Phoenix Police Department, Nanos said.—
Wren Smetana,
AZCentral.com,
28 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Many also offer free, limited-time parking to Nevada residents with state identification.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
28 Sep. 2025
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The company pointed out that WESCAM MX-Series EO/IR systems bring a new generation of forward-looking infrared and electro-optical sensor capability to a market where advanced asymmetrical threat identification technologies have become a necessity.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Sep. 2025
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However, along with the official documents, Israel uncovered images of the activist with Birawi.—
Rachel Wolf,
FOXNews.com,
1 Oct. 2025
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The following day, Kidman filed for divorce from her husband of 19 years, according to court documents.—
Lea Veloso,
StyleCaster,
1 Oct. 2025
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“ID.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ID. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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