as in tag
a slip (as of paper or cloth) that is attached to something to identify or describe it
on its frame the painting had a label with its title and the name of the artist
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to give a name to
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Recent Examples of label
Sacbee.com, 27 Mar. 2026
In any event, the label notes, Drake signed a November 2022 petition criticizing prosecutors for treating artists’ creative expression as fact.
—Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 27 Mar. 2026
Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 27 Mar. 2026
She’s labeled a strict rule follower like that’s a bad thing.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 27 Mar. 2026
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Noun
Bulk food containers had faded and missing labels.
—Sacbee.com, 27 Mar. 2026
In any event, the label notes, Drake signed a November 2022 petition criticizing prosecutors for treating artists’ creative expression as fact.
—Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 27 Mar. 2026
Verb
The dishes get packaged and labeled, then refrigerated before being delivered to the food bank the following morning.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 27 Mar. 2026
She’s labeled a strict rule follower like that’s a bad thing.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 27 Mar. 2026
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Your browser does not support the video tag.—
Brooks Kubena,
New York Times,
1 Apr. 2026
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As headlines continue to permeate surrounding wide receiver George Pickens’ status with the franchise tag, kicker Brandon Aubrey’s contract status, the state of the linebacker room and more, Jones addressed all the big talking points on Tuesday.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
31 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Maundy Thursday, or Holy Thursday, commemorates the Last Supper of Jesus Christ with his disciples, marking the institution of Holy Communion and the washing of feet, symbolizing humility and service, according to the Presbyterian Church.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
29 Mar. 2026
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The changes will take effect April 3, marking the beginning of Teel’s third stint as CEO of Raley’s.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
28 Mar. 2026
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But simply naming the great fear and sharing it with the millions of watchers in living rooms and hotels and airport lobbies was a trial almost too painful to contemplate.—
Vinson Cunningham,
New Yorker,
1 Apr. 2026
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Adebayo named a finalist The NBA announced Tuesday that Adebayo is one of six finalists for the 2025-26 NBA Sportsmanship Award, which recognizes the player who best represents the ideals of sportsmanship on the court.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
1 Apr. 2026
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When Argentina hosted in 1978, the military junta that had taken power two years earlier staged elaborate ceremonies as markers of the country’s stability amid growing evidence of violent political repression.—
Albert Samaha,
New Yorker,
31 Mar. 2026
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William Boon Redman's marker is under the watchful eye of one such faithful companion, but the model for the stone dog lying alongside Redman's grave is not buried beneath the canine monument.—
Jennie Key,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
31 Mar. 2026
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Another win this weekend at Golden 1 will stamp UCLA’s ticket to the Final Four in Arizona.—
Joe Davidson
March 27,
Sacbee.com,
28 Mar. 2026
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My kids stamped, dyed, experimented, and ended the day with scarves of their own design.—
Christine Chitnis,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 Mar. 2026
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The main restaurant is an American brasserie called Lex Yard, led by chef-partner Michael Anthony of Gramercy Tavern, another New York institution.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
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Health experts have called for new laws and better enforcement of existing regulations, and officials in many places are taking action.—
Sarah Raza,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2026
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Chess is currently selling tickets through Sunday, September 13, marking its third extension.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
25 Mar. 2026
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Overlook attendees receive 25% off tickets for this exclusive finale.—
William Earl,
Variety,
25 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Australian surveyors first recorded a persistent underwater quacking dubbed the Bio-Duck noise in the 1960s.—
Andrew Coletti,
Popular Science,
26 Mar. 2026
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Deadline revealed details of the changes last year, with executives dubbing the plan Project Ada.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
26 Mar. 2026
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“Label.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/label. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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