1
as in labels
a slip (as of paper or cloth) that is attached to something to identify or describe it
the markers on the rock and mineral specimens were old and faded
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as in characteristics
something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind
the discovery of a marker for the virus has greatly improved the accuracy of diagnosis
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Recent Examples of markers
Councilmembers, however, agreed to move forward with a smaller temporary measure that would add reflective pavement markers along the curbs.
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Hanna Kang, Oc Register, 26 Sep. 2025
Route 82 between mile markers 1 and 23.
—Staff Reports, AZCentral.com, 26 Sep. 2025
Burials at national cemeteries proceed, along with related applications for headstones, markers, and burial benefits.
—Aliss Higham, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Sep. 2025
Researchers found that office workers who reduced their sitting time by adding periods of standing and light activity saw improvements in blood sugar levels and other health markers.
—Jack McNamara, CNN Money, 25 Sep. 2025
In this example, from the 2-1 victory against Southampton in December, the opponents are defending with three man-markers (red), Adam Armstrong (white) protecting against the short option and six zonal players inside the six-yard area.
—Ahmed Walid, New York Times, 24 Sep. 2025
Of course, all these markers only tell some of the story of longevity – but her biological blueprint gives us a good idea of why some people appear to age at a much slower rate.
—New Atlas, 24 Sep. 2025
Pilots become markers of activity instead of accelerators of momentum.
—Aditya Vikram Kashyap, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
While any amount of alcohol has been found to be harmful for certain markers of aging, long-term, heavy alcohol use and binge drinking are more likely to age you faster than low-to-moderate doses.
—Laura Schober, Health, 18 Sep. 2025
Hanna Kang, Oc Register, 26 Sep. 2025
Route 82 between mile markers 1 and 23.
—Staff Reports, AZCentral.com, 26 Sep. 2025
Burials at national cemeteries proceed, along with related applications for headstones, markers, and burial benefits.
—Aliss Higham, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Sep. 2025
Researchers found that office workers who reduced their sitting time by adding periods of standing and light activity saw improvements in blood sugar levels and other health markers.
—Jack McNamara, CNN Money, 25 Sep. 2025
In this example, from the 2-1 victory against Southampton in December, the opponents are defending with three man-markers (red), Adam Armstrong (white) protecting against the short option and six zonal players inside the six-yard area.
—Ahmed Walid, New York Times, 24 Sep. 2025
Of course, all these markers only tell some of the story of longevity – but her biological blueprint gives us a good idea of why some people appear to age at a much slower rate.
—New Atlas, 24 Sep. 2025
Pilots become markers of activity instead of accelerators of momentum.
—Aditya Vikram Kashyap, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
While any amount of alcohol has been found to be harmful for certain markers of aging, long-term, heavy alcohol use and binge drinking are more likely to age you faster than low-to-moderate doses.
—Laura Schober, Health, 18 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for markers
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This womenswear season is unprecedented in fashion, with 15 designers launching collections at labels across New York, Milan, and Paris.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
27 Sep. 2025
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Labels matter Security analysts say the situation in Haiti continues to defy clear international legal characterization and the choice of labels – crisis, armed conflict, gangs, terrorist groups, armed groups, criminal groups, insurgents – carries significant legal and humanitarian implications.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
26 Sep. 2025
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Autism spectrum disorder, as it is officially called, is a complex neurodevelopmental condition, with a wide range of characteristics and support levels.—
Juliana Kim,
NPR,
26 Sep. 2025
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More than 900 properties across the city contributed to the honor and were celebrated for the same characteristics that can lead to a citation under the vegetation ordinance.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
25 Sep. 2025
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Highlight features like white oak floors, soapstone countertops, walnut cabinets, and Venetian plaster walls that can help speak to the current trends and boost your sale price.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
28 Sep. 2025
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Apply Now to take advantage of this offer and learn more about product features, terms and conditions.—
Holly Johnson,
CNBC,
28 Sep. 2025
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Rose, for example, was picked for two fourballs matches, with his high birdie-rate and standout putting both useful traits for the format.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
29 Sep. 2025
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Taxonomists are instead working to preserve a planetary memory—an archive of life—and to decode which traits help creatures adapt, migrate, or otherwise survive in a rapidly changing climate.—
Marion Renault,
The Atlantic,
29 Sep. 2025
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The brand has been praised by those in the know for its minimalist designs, craftsmanship and sustainable practices, qualities that propelled it to become something of a cult brand that boasts a new sale every 10 minutes across the globe in 56 countries.—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
26 Sep. 2025
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Even as tragedy and struggle beset the tenement districts, the very qualities that defined the tenement’s unfavorable physical conditions—over-crowdedness and density—became building blocks for community.—
Annie Polland,
Time,
25 Sep. 2025
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However, a comparison between the two revealed nearly identical morphologies, or physical attributes, leading researchers to revise that record as another golden-haired tube-nosed bat, according to the study.—
Lauren Liebhaber,
Miami Herald,
25 Sep. 2025
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Tight end is a unique position, requiring the attributes and knowledge of almost all other offensive positions but hardly any of the glory.—
Haley Sawyer,
Oc Register,
25 Sep. 2025
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This post was corrected on 21 January 2021 to clarify attributions.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
12 Jan. 2021
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“Markers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/markers. Accessed 1 Oct. 2025.
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