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noun

ˈchärt How to pronounce chart (audio)
Definition of chartnext
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
And the chart tracking week will allow for even more Halloween music action in the coming years, because Halloween was on a Saturday this year, meaning the only Halloweekend activity was Friday through early Sunday. — Katie Atkinson, Billboard, 10 Nov. 2026 The studio fussiness is why Fagen’s music would later go in and out of style—when raw sounds are in fashion, people tend to point out where his band’s singles landed on the Easy Listening charts. — Mark Richardson, Pitchfork, 8 Nov. 2026
Verb
The two women who have charted vastly different life paths are now locked in a contentious battle for mayor of Los Angeles. — Los Angeles Times, 2 Nov. 2026 The album debuted at Number Two on the albums chart in 2006 upon the album’s release. — Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 1 Nov. 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
  • Many of these East Coast dilettantes who went to Yale or NYU, even some of my friends, cannot point to Indiana on a map.
    — Grace Byron, Washington Post, 8 Nov. 2026
  • Advertisement Congressional maps are traditionally redrawn once a decade to adjust for population and demographic changes after national census data is released.
    — Connor Greene, Time, 8 Nov. 2026
Definition of map
Verb
  • Woodward described the initiative as part of the DOJ’s broader public safety mission.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Advertisement Article continues below this ad The report describes what sellers are asking for homes currently listed, not the prices that buyers are ultimately paying at close.
    — Julianna Duennes Russ, Austin American Statesman, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of describe
Verb
  • SpaceX plans to retire both the Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy shortly after the fully reusable Starship, the biggest and most powerful rocket ever built, is up and running.
    — Mike Wall, Space.com, 7 Nov. 2026
  • The litigation could become a growing financial risk as the company plans for a potential blockbuster IPO.
    — Jonathan Vanian, CNBC, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of plan
Verb
  • The official also told Reuters that Washington was reviewing the proposal but ​declined to provide further details.
    — Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Georgiev-Remmel told the court there was no specific date set to carry out any removals.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of tell
Verb
  • Made with a breathable bamboo-viscose surface and waterproof barrier, it's designed to protect against spills without the uncomfortable crinkling of traditional mattress covers.
    — Jacorey Moon, Architectural Digest, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Developed by Maxwell Aircraft, the patent-pending plane is designed to deliver a breakthrough combination of payload, range, and operational flexibility for cargo and passenger transportation.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of design
Verb
  • No other injuries were reported in the crash, and authorities said the driver of the second vehicle remained at the scene to cooperate with their investigation.
    — Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 8 Nov. 2026
  • He was sentenced to four years’ probation and initially ordered to stay away from his ex-wife and two children for six years, which was later reduced to two years, the San Francisco Chronicle reported.
    — Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 8 Nov. 2026
Definition of report
Verb
  • The additional accessories and benefits are intended to provide extra value beyond the cleaner itself, particularly for homeowners preparing their pools for the swimming season.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Lockheed Martin has also invested $120 million of its own funding to prepare the missile for maritime operations.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of prepare
Verb
  • The two explain how the writings of Anne Frank more than 80 years before inspired them and the docu subjects to chronicle the horrors of living under the Taliban regime in Afghanistan.
    — Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 10 Nov. 2026
  • Mailer’s masterpiece chronicles the true story of Gilmore, a cold-blooded murderer who, after being tried and convicted for killing two men in Utah, insisted on being executed for his crimes.
    — Justin Kroll, Deadline, 10 Nov. 2026
Definition of chronicle

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“Chart.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chart. Accessed 11 Nov. 2026.

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