as in categories
one of the units into which a whole is divided on the basis of a common characteristic
dinosaur remains that do not fit any existing classification
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Gibbs tied for 15th at the Class 3A state championship and recorded the lowest score of participating Broward girls golfers across all classifications with a 148 total (73-75).
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Alex Kushel, Sun Sentinel, 27 Dec. 2024
The reading remains in the hazardous range per classifications from India’s Central Pollution Control Board.
—Amala Balakrishner, CNBC, 19 Dec. 2024
There are other age classifications for Cognac, though infrequently used.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
These classifications ensure a range of flavor profiles and complexity, with older Cognacs typically having more nuanced flavors due to the extended aging in oak barrels.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
Cognac is known for its unique aging classifications, each offering a distinct flavor profile.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
These classifications dictate tax treatment, compliance obligations, and even penalties.
—Virginia La Torre Jeker, J.d., Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
Joining Gibson as coaches of the year for their classifications were Tanya Jarvis-Starrett of 4A champ Bishop Moore and Katie Gallagher of 3A champ Lake Highland Prep.
—Buddy Collings, Orlando Sentinel, 11 Dec. 2024
The contemplated centers would add about 3,800 available beds — an increase of about 10% over the current number of detainees — and house both adult men and women of various security classifications from low to high, according to ICE.
—Harriet Ryan, Los Angeles Times, 7 Dec. 2024
Alex Kushel, Sun Sentinel, 27 Dec. 2024
The reading remains in the hazardous range per classifications from India’s Central Pollution Control Board.
—Amala Balakrishner, CNBC, 19 Dec. 2024
There are other age classifications for Cognac, though infrequently used.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
These classifications ensure a range of flavor profiles and complexity, with older Cognacs typically having more nuanced flavors due to the extended aging in oak barrels.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
Cognac is known for its unique aging classifications, each offering a distinct flavor profile.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
These classifications dictate tax treatment, compliance obligations, and even penalties.
—Virginia La Torre Jeker, J.d., Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
Joining Gibson as coaches of the year for their classifications were Tanya Jarvis-Starrett of 4A champ Bishop Moore and Katie Gallagher of 3A champ Lake Highland Prep.
—Buddy Collings, Orlando Sentinel, 11 Dec. 2024
The contemplated centers would add about 3,800 available beds — an increase of about 10% over the current number of detainees — and house both adult men and women of various security classifications from low to high, according to ICE.
—Harriet Ryan, Los Angeles Times, 7 Dec. 2024
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“Classifications.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/classifications. Accessed 4 Sep. 2025.
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