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noun

ˈchärt How to pronounce chart (audio)
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as in map
an illustration of certain features of a geographical area a chart of that section of the coastline will show any possible hazards

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verb

1
as in to describe
to give an oral or written account of in some detail the book charts the years between the two World Wars

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2
as in to plan
to work out the details of (something) in advance charted the entire campaign for governor before she even agreed to run

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Recent Examples of chart
Noun
Google’s values for time spent in each sleep stage and its sleep stage chart matched Apple’s to a reasonable degree and aligned with my anecdotal experience. — Andrew Gebhart, PC Magazine, 19 Aug. 2026 This followed the debut of Netflix unscripted show Inside, whose third season topped Netflix charts in ten countries. — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 19 Aug. 2026
Verb
With Saturday’s win, Makhachev has carried that torch to heights the UFC has never previously charted. — Mark Puleo, New York Times, 16 Aug. 2026 But Hathaway is the glue that holds both movies together, expertly charting Andy's journey from reluctant assistant to ruthless ladder climber to crusading editor. — Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 15 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for chart
Recent Examples of Synonyms for chart
  1. map
  2. describe
  3. plan
  4. tell
  5. design
  6. report
  7. prepare
  8. chronicle
Noun
  • New redistricting maps There’s also the detrimental effects for Democrats of recent redistricting in Florida.
    — Joshua Ceballos, Miami Herald, 22 Aug. 2026
  • The new map drafted by a DeSantis staffer set up districts to elect more Republicans and fewer Democrats.
    — Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of map
Verb
  • Founded by Kemmu and Nihalani, the company has positioned itself around backing stories described as authentic and character-driven, aiming to balance creative ambition with commercial appeal.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Other sailors described to CNN conditions unlike their previous deployments, largely because of the war, which stopped the ship from making stops at friendly ports.
    — Billy Stockwell, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of describe
Verb
  • The governor is now planning to veto the remaining provisions in the bill, according to sources familiar with the discussions.
    — Julie Watts, CBS News, 18 Aug. 2026
  • While Newcastle planned for the loss of Anthony Gordon and Sandro Tonali this summer, Guimaraes’ departure was not in their blueprint and those three moving on have left a void of players in their prime years.
    — Chris Waugh, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of plan
Verb
  • He was told to wait on a bench at the sixth station of the Fujinomiya trail as his father and brother continued their ascent, the report said.
    — Chris Lau, CNN Money, 23 Aug. 2026
  • Rabah told The Associated Press that two settlers arrived with a tractor at his home in Khirbet al-Rakeez in the southern West Bank on Saturday afternoon.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of tell
Verb
  • The resort has a refreshingly unpretentious vibe, and now oddly-endearing late-80s aesthetic from when it was first designed and built.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Upscale retreats are being designed to blend seamlessly into some of the African country’s most remote environments; being hard to find offers the ultimate in exclusivity.
    — Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of design
Verb
  • The Athletic reported last week that the north east club were working on a deal for the Bosnia and Herzegovina international, who featured for his country at this summer’s World Cup.
    — George Caulkin, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026
  • The Athletic reported that a vote on the matter was held last week by the Buss family trust, which is made up of former Lakers owner Jerry Buss’ six children.
    — Antonio Pequeño IV, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of report
Verb
  • While preparing to enter the state in February, Buc-ee’s sued the northern Ohio holding company for Mickey Mart gas stations, arguing its Mickey the Moose logo could be confused with Buc-ee.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 23 Aug. 2026
  • The recent engine burn was designed to prepare for that jaunt.
    — Josh Dinner, Space.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of prepare
Verb
  • The announcement comes as Haywire continues the rapid ascent SPIN previously chronicled around its unlikely connection with fellow Boston institution Dropkick Murphys.
    — SPIN Staff, SPIN, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Both Chang and Erpenbeck are unflinching in chronicling the specific, mundane precautions necessary to lovers under surveillance.
    — Anne E. Fernald, Literary Hub, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of chronicle

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“Chart.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chart. Accessed 24 Aug. 2026.

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