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verb

past tense of charge
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as in entrusted
to give a task, duty, or responsibility to we're charging you with the care of your little sister while we're gone for the evening

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Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of charged
Adjective
It is made all the more charged, though, because of what this team means in a cultural one. Rory Smith, New York Times, 7 Aug. 2023 The Hinge comes pre-charged and ready for use. Jim Rossman, Dallas News, 24 Dec. 2020
Verb
Heather Murdock, 57, of Ellington, is charged with five counts of bank fraud, two counts of wire fraud and five counts of tax evasion, according to federal authorities. Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 25 Mar. 2025 Neither Khalil nor Suri has been charged with a crime. Robert B. Reich, Hartford Courant, 25 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for charged
Recent Examples of Synonyms for charged
Adjective
  • Nearby, a formal dining room offers seating for up to 10 guests under a breathtaking sloped ceiling.
    Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 20 June 2025
  • The four-story spa features 36 treatment rooms, an adult-only pool, and a serene rooftop lounge with breathtaking views.
    Carole Dixon, Travel + Leisure, 18 June 2025
Adjective
  • But housing advocates have been just as passionate about wanting to see more affordable housing in this area, particularly for seniors.
    Randy Mastro, New York Daily News, 24 June 2025
  • Argentine clubs Boca Juniors and River Plate have drawn huge, passionate crowds that serenade their heroes before, during and after matches.
    Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 22 June 2025
Adjective
  • On Monday, Davis Gates didn’t do herself or her cause any favors with provocative messaging about how Chicago’s children are CTU’s kids, too.
    The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 25 June 2025
  • The Second Lady offers a quick congratulations to the provocative conservative panelist.
    Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 24 June 2025
Verb
  • Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at (800) 577-TIPS.
    Roni Jacobson, New York Daily News, 22 Mar. 2025
  • On multiple occasions over the last few days, in important ties (also referring to the League Cup final in England between Chelsea and Manchester City last Saturday at Pride Park, home of second-tier men’s team Derby County), our members have been asked to play in substandard conditions.
    Guillermo Rai, The Athletic, 22 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • CEOs responded to the survey from April 8-10, during which the president announced a 90-day pause on most of his sweeping tariffs but imposed a hike on imports from China (145%).
    Shannon Carroll, Quartz, 14 Apr. 2025
  • Other administration officials said another slate of tariffs could be imposed after an investigation into the national security effects of semiconductor imports.
    Auzinea Bacon, CNN Money, 13 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • The show follows a 13-year-old boy accused of murdering a classmate, fueled by dark online influences.
    Richard Wistocki, Chicago Tribune, 10 Apr. 2025
  • Prior to that, King accused Cher of kidnapping her son in court documents that surfaced in September 2023.
    Lauren Huff, EW.com, 10 Apr. 2025
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  • There are hiking trails ranging from beginner-friendly to near-vertical scrambles, Gilded Age mansions filled with rich history, contemporary art destinations, miles of pastoral farmland and charming small towns.
    Ingrid K. Williams, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2025
  • Shaw has the benefit of hitting in a lineup filled with talent.
    Sahadev Sharma, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • As the graph below shows, Bournemouth have primarily attacked down their left flank this season, with the axis between Dean Huijsen at left centre-back, wing-back Kerkez and winger Antoine Semenyo proving crucial.
    Carl Anka, The Athletic, 24 Mar. 2025
  • Canada attacked more fervently afterwards .
    Joshua Kloke, The Athletic, 24 Mar. 2025

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“Charged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/charged. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.

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