as in classified
to arrange or assign according to type
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Recent Examples of classed
Yet impostor syndrome is usually classed as an unfounded belief of low self-worth.
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Literary Hub, 26 May 2026
The traditional Indian whiskies that dominate the volume market are often made from molasses rather than grain, which means that elsewhere in the world they would not technically be classed as whisky.
—Mark Littler, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
Stammering can be classed as a disability in UK law under the 2010 Equality Act, which informs the FA’s rules on discrimination.
—Michael Walker, New York Times, 13 May 2026
European powers have rallied behind Cyprus, a member of the European Union, since the attack on the RAF Akrotiri base, which is classed as a British Overseas Territory.
—Omer Bekin, NBC news, 8 Mar. 2026
In New York City, which canceled classed Monday, Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced that schools would reopen for in person learning on Tuesday, raising questions about how feasible that is with snow still piled along sidewalks.
—ABC News, 24 Feb. 2026
The drones were large and likely of military specification, and the incident was classed as a hybrid attack by Irish officials, according to the Irish news outlet The Journal, which cited security services in the country.
—Emmet Lyons, CBS News, 5 Dec. 2025
After initially being classified as a sudden death report, the investigation is now being classed as a murder case, the outlet stated, citing local police chief Datuk Fadil Marsus.
—Becca Longmire, PEOPLE, 4 Nov. 2025
With its refined silhouette, subtle logo detailing, and classic colors—from black to a fall-ready burgundy—the elegant accessory can be dressed down for coffee runs and classed up for date nights.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Oct. 2025
Literary Hub, 26 May 2026
The traditional Indian whiskies that dominate the volume market are often made from molasses rather than grain, which means that elsewhere in the world they would not technically be classed as whisky.
—Mark Littler, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
Stammering can be classed as a disability in UK law under the 2010 Equality Act, which informs the FA’s rules on discrimination.
—Michael Walker, New York Times, 13 May 2026
European powers have rallied behind Cyprus, a member of the European Union, since the attack on the RAF Akrotiri base, which is classed as a British Overseas Territory.
—Omer Bekin, NBC news, 8 Mar. 2026
In New York City, which canceled classed Monday, Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced that schools would reopen for in person learning on Tuesday, raising questions about how feasible that is with snow still piled along sidewalks.
—ABC News, 24 Feb. 2026
The drones were large and likely of military specification, and the incident was classed as a hybrid attack by Irish officials, according to the Irish news outlet The Journal, which cited security services in the country.
—Emmet Lyons, CBS News, 5 Dec. 2025
After initially being classified as a sudden death report, the investigation is now being classed as a murder case, the outlet stated, citing local police chief Datuk Fadil Marsus.
—Becca Longmire, PEOPLE, 4 Nov. 2025
With its refined silhouette, subtle logo detailing, and classic colors—from black to a fall-ready burgundy—the elegant accessory can be dressed down for coffee runs and classed up for date nights.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for classed
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In national accounts, platforms are classified under the technology and consumer services sector, which comprised 16 per cent of the top-twenty companies by market capitalization in 2009.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 May 2026
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Although munitions inventories are classified, CSIS said sufficient public information exists in Pentagon budget materials to estimate production timelines.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 May 2026
Verb
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In a survey of PE firms and their institutional investors this month by consulting firm Campbell Lutyens, investors ranked their appetite for LNG projects midway down a list of 20 energy subsectors, in between biogas and carbon capture.—
Tim McDonnell,
semafor.com,
28 May 2026
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The website also ranked the best places to live in Kansas, with three Kansas City-area cities making the list.—
Zuri Primos
May 28,
Kansas City Star,
28 May 2026
Verb
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Under bee rules, spellers are grouped by their number of correct answers.—
City News Service,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 May 2026
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Companies that fail to align with these expectations risk being grouped with the worst actors, regardless of their intentions.—
Gary Drenik,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
Verb
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Caden was relegated mostly to pinch hitting.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
29 May 2026
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They were relegated to the list of general recommendations.—
Amy Drew Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 May 2026
Verb
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In Champagne, the Côte des Blancs area is renowned as the finest terroirs for chardonnay, distinguished by its signature chalky soils.—
Yuri Shima,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
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This lush new exception—a literal urban oasis and Ontario’s only LEED Gold Certified Hotel takes sustainability seriously—is distinguished by its biophilic design, impressive conservation programs, and real community mindedness.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 May 2026
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“Classed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/classed. Accessed 31 May. 2026.
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