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to give the rules about (something) clearly and exactly
in chess, you can move the various pieces only in certain prescribed ways
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Recent Examples of prescribed
Markis Hill, Kansas City Star, 28 Mar. 2026
At the Rollinses, the prescribed burn began with an introductory meeting to discuss strategy and a test fire on a corner of the lot.
—Julia James, Dallas Morning News, 26 Mar. 2026
Fire crews ignited a prescribed burn at Iroquois Park on March 24 in the Summit Field area, in ongoing efforts to refresh the prairie ecosystem.
—Connor Giffin, Louisville Courier Journal, 25 Mar. 2026
The prescribed burn will clear out underbrush to allow native plants to thrive, Martin said, adding that wildlife depends on those plants for food and shelter.
—Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Mar. 2026
The filings Friday cited numerous poignant cases, including that of a 13-year-old girl held at Dilley who tried to take her own life after staff withheld prescribed antidepressants and denied her request to join her mother, as reported by the Associated Press.
—Garance Burke, Los Angeles Times, 22 Mar. 2026
The cause is believed to be a prescribed burn on March 10 that re-emerged as the Road 203 fire on March 12, according to the team.
—Dennis Romero, NBC news, 18 Mar. 2026
There may be moments when the formula succeeds, just as there are moments during a church service where something true and bright can come of the prescribed practice.
—Sara Holdren, Vulture, 17 Mar. 2026
Take any prescribed cholesterol medication as directed, and stay in touch with your care team about your progress.
—Alexandria Nyembwe, Health, 16 Mar. 2026
Jacqueline Howard, CNN Money, 30 Mar. 2026
Some common examples include celiac disease, Crohn’s disease, or a gastric bypass procedure, along with taking a class of medications known as proton pump inhibitors (which are prescribed to reduce stomach acid production), or loop diuretics (prescribed to treat fluid retention).
—Caroline Tien, SELF, 27 Mar. 2026
That involves patients themselves taking a lethal drink or medication that has been prescribed by a doctor to patients who meet certain criteria.
—ABC News, 26 Mar. 2026
Some studies have suggested a link to stimulants prescribed for ADHD.
—David Cox, NBC news, 25 Mar. 2026
Medication non-adherence, or not taking medication as prescribed, is common but more challenging and risky for people with psychotic disorders, which the Assertive Community Treatment program sought to help with.
—Sarah Cutler, Idaho Statesman, 24 Mar. 2026
The coroner ordered no autopsy, didn’t go to the scene and didn’t interview the parents, steps prescribed by national guidelines.
—Audrey Dutton, ProPublica, 24 Mar. 2026
Several members highlighted the need for research to answer long-standing clinical questions, such as whether certain antidepressants should be prescribed to autistic children with anxiety.
—Allison Parshall, Scientific American, 20 Mar. 2026
One reason people are more likely to quit GLP-1s when prescribed for obesity − insurance coverage lags.
—Ken Alltucker, USA Today, 18 Mar. 2026
Adjective
Their root system can develop rapidly and often regrow after a prescribed burn.
—Markis Hill, Kansas City Star, 28 Mar. 2026
At the Rollinses, the prescribed burn began with an introductory meeting to discuss strategy and a test fire on a corner of the lot.
—Julia James, Dallas Morning News, 26 Mar. 2026
Fire crews ignited a prescribed burn at Iroquois Park on March 24 in the Summit Field area, in ongoing efforts to refresh the prairie ecosystem.
—Connor Giffin, Louisville Courier Journal, 25 Mar. 2026
The prescribed burn will clear out underbrush to allow native plants to thrive, Martin said, adding that wildlife depends on those plants for food and shelter.
—Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Mar. 2026
The filings Friday cited numerous poignant cases, including that of a 13-year-old girl held at Dilley who tried to take her own life after staff withheld prescribed antidepressants and denied her request to join her mother, as reported by the Associated Press.
—Garance Burke, Los Angeles Times, 22 Mar. 2026
The cause is believed to be a prescribed burn on March 10 that re-emerged as the Road 203 fire on March 12, according to the team.
—Dennis Romero, NBC news, 18 Mar. 2026
There may be moments when the formula succeeds, just as there are moments during a church service where something true and bright can come of the prescribed practice.
—Sara Holdren, Vulture, 17 Mar. 2026
Take any prescribed cholesterol medication as directed, and stay in touch with your care team about your progress.
—Alexandria Nyembwe, Health, 16 Mar. 2026
Verb
For more than 40 years, beta-blockers have been commonly prescribed as a standard treatment for adults who have had heart attacks with no complications, to reduce the risk of another cardiovascular event, and many people continue the medications for life.
—Jacqueline Howard, CNN Money, 30 Mar. 2026
Some common examples include celiac disease, Crohn’s disease, or a gastric bypass procedure, along with taking a class of medications known as proton pump inhibitors (which are prescribed to reduce stomach acid production), or loop diuretics (prescribed to treat fluid retention).
—Caroline Tien, SELF, 27 Mar. 2026
That involves patients themselves taking a lethal drink or medication that has been prescribed by a doctor to patients who meet certain criteria.
—ABC News, 26 Mar. 2026
Some studies have suggested a link to stimulants prescribed for ADHD.
—David Cox, NBC news, 25 Mar. 2026
Medication non-adherence, or not taking medication as prescribed, is common but more challenging and risky for people with psychotic disorders, which the Assertive Community Treatment program sought to help with.
—Sarah Cutler, Idaho Statesman, 24 Mar. 2026
The coroner ordered no autopsy, didn’t go to the scene and didn’t interview the parents, steps prescribed by national guidelines.
—Audrey Dutton, ProPublica, 24 Mar. 2026
Several members highlighted the need for research to answer long-standing clinical questions, such as whether certain antidepressants should be prescribed to autistic children with anxiety.
—Allison Parshall, Scientific American, 20 Mar. 2026
One reason people are more likely to quit GLP-1s when prescribed for obesity − insurance coverage lags.
—Ken Alltucker, USA Today, 18 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for prescribed
Adjective
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Raging waters lifted homes and cars, causing an expected $1 billion in damage.—
Jessica Hill,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Mar. 2026
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The expected amounts are climbing too.—
Ryan Brennan,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 Mar. 2026
Verb
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No back orders, unless specified by the individual vendor.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
28 Mar. 2026
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The nationality of the third was not specified.—
Kerry Breen,
CBS News,
28 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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There's the long foreseen Eleven (Millie Bobby Brown)-versus-Vecna face-off, coupled with a dramatic Godzilla-sized ensemble fight.—
Nick Romano,
Entertainment Weekly,
1 Jan. 2026
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Trump’s actions, those foreseen and those unforeseen, are creating immense opportunities for change.—
Peter D. Feaver,
Foreign Affairs,
12 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Though global attention has shifted, daily life in Ukraine remains defined by uncertainty.—
Essie Assibu,
Variety,
29 Mar. 2026
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Sets by Illenium, Steve Aoki, BZRP, Vintage Culture, Armin Van Buuren, Alesso, Martin Garrix, Eric Prydz, Sara Landry, Major Lazer and others highlight a night defined by big production and packed audiences.—
Miami Herald newsroom,
Miami Herald,
28 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The city says extending it to seniors could be a big help for older adults living on a fixed income.—
James Taylor,
CBS News,
26 Mar. 2026
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There is no fixed income threshold for hardship status.—
Deane Biermeier,
USA Today,
20 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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What started in December of last year has grown to multiple events where hundreds of underage children decide to meet at a predetermined area, such as a shopping mall or park.—
Irene Wright,
USA Today,
20 Mar. 2026
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The shrapnel came from an M795 round that had been paired with an M767A1 fuze, which was meant to electronically detonate the round at a predetermined point, the report said.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The rooms Eschewing the predictable Greek island white-on-white aesthetic, the look is more global nomad than Cycladic purist.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
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Hours-long YouTube videos of rain falling on tents have quietly garnered millions of views, and the appeal could be rooted in how our nervous systems respond to steady, predictable sound.—
Samantha Agate,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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In practice, though, forgiving or settling debt is often a calculated business decision driven by risk, cost and recovery potential.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
26 Mar. 2026
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Armstrong made a calculated decision, deploying the craft's thrusters to stop the spinning.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
22 Mar. 2026
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“Prescribed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prescribed. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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