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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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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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
Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 30 Sep. 2025
Trying to imagine the flow chart for it all kind of cooks my brain.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 30 Sep. 2025
Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 30 Sep. 2025
These findings crown more than 15 years of global effort to chart the nuclear phase diagram.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 29 Sep. 2025
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Noun
The reverse dial is equally mesmerizing, with a sky chart that shows the sidereal day and tracks the constellations in real-time.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 30 Sep. 2025
Trying to imagine the flow chart for it all kind of cooks my brain.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 30 Sep. 2025
Verb
Along the way, she’s built a multifaceted career as a singer and actress, releasing two R&B projects (including the Billboard-charting Deep Space) and starring in films for BET and Netflix.
—Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 30 Sep. 2025
These findings crown more than 15 years of global effort to chart the nuclear phase diagram.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 29 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for chart
Noun
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Flood damage is almost never covered by traditional homeowners’ insurance policies, and your risk may be underestimated according to official government flood zone maps.—
Andrea Riquier,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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From there, a map of the brain would need to be formulated to understand how the billions of neurons are connected and interacting with each other.—
Sergio Pereira,
Space.com,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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These are not only crafts -- they are described here as arts.—
Dada Jovanovic,
ABC News,
28 Sep. 2025
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Construction in the section of Jackson Park, often described as Chicago’s equivalent of Central Park, has been slow.—
Christine Valora,
The Washington Examiner,
28 Sep. 2025
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In 2025, there's a lot more open space and outdoor activities than what would have been planned before the pandemic.—
Alysa Guffey,
IndyStar,
2 Oct. 2025
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Griffith decided to proceed to trial as planned.—
Quinlan Bentley,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
2 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Another told Feltner to call a township trustee.—
Patricia Gallagher Newberry,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
2 Oct. 2025
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Caroline Ervin, landscape designer and owner of The Georgetown Garden Shop, told shrubs that produce berries in the fall are especially valuable during migration season, offering essential nutrition to birds in need of high-fat, energy-rich foods.—
Maria Azzurra Volpe,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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Switching to pricier papers specifically designed for inkjets can boost an ink tank printer's text quality and line graphics to at least match a laser, but the different paper types have a noticeably different feel than standard plain paper.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
30 Sep. 2025
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The immersive versions are being designed to transport audiences into gothic horror, post-apocalyptic survival and futuristic rebellion settings.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
29 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The Hamas-run Gaza Health Ministry on Monday reported that 50 more people had been killed and 184 injured across the strip in the previous 24 hours.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
29 Sep. 2025
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Previously, dog owners were only required to report bites to Maricopa County Animal Care & Control, with no obligation to share contact information with victims — leading to many unreported incidents, according to the agency.—
Wren Smetana,
AZCentral.com,
28 Sep. 2025
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The latest incidents also highlight how ill-prepared the bloc is amid the growing importance of drones in today’s warfare.—
Silvia Amaro,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
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Students in Cal State Fullerton’s Master of Social Work program now have access to a new credential pathway that expands career opportunities and prepares graduates to make an impact at schools in their communities.—
Jenelyn Russo,
Oc Register,
30 Sep. 2025
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The film chronicles the record label that launched the careers of legendary artists, including James Brown, Wynonie Harris, Hank Ballard, Little Willie John and The Stanley Brothers.—
Ryan Schwartz,
TVLine,
4 Oct. 2025
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Over nearly three decades, Baumbach has built a career chronicling families in crisis and artists at the crossroads, his films combining biting wit with an unflinching emotional honesty.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Oct. 2025
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“Chart.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chart. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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