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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Recent Examples of classifications
County officials noted that while most of those positions were occupied when the reductions were identified, vacancies existed elsewhere in the department within the same classifications.
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Reeti Malhotra, Sacbee.com, 29 May 2026
Exams for most non-commercial driver classifications had been offered in English, Spanish and Haitian Creole.
—News Service Of Florida, Sun Sentinel, 26 May 2026
Even under broader classifications, California data does not show administrative spending approaching 50% of education funding.
—James Ward, USA Today, 15 May 2026
Based on United Nations statistical classifications, Asia includes 48 countries when Palestine is counted; the total rises to 49 if Russia is included and to 50 if Taiwan is also treated as an independent country.
—Ethan Teekah, Encyclopedia Britannica, 11 May 2026
Otherwise, racial classifications must be a specific remedy for a recent wrong.
—Stephen L. Carter, Twin Cities, 8 May 2026
In the second Olympic phase, the clean and jerk, McKenzie also went 3-for-3, peaking with a 370 best for a 685 total that set another record for all classifications.
—Buddy Collings, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 May 2026
Trustee Ken Shaw said the ordinance aligns the business license approval process and classifications with the liquor and gaming license process, meaning specific types of businesses would be capped at their existing numbers and any additions would require a formal business licensing process.
—Addison Wright, Chicago Tribune, 6 May 2026
Leaders need human-in-the-loop checkpoints on the highest-leverage decisions—high-value quotes, customs classifications, contractual commitments—alongside mandatory audit logs and version control across all agent actions.
—Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Fortune, 2 May 2026
Reeti Malhotra, Sacbee.com, 29 May 2026
Exams for most non-commercial driver classifications had been offered in English, Spanish and Haitian Creole.
—News Service Of Florida, Sun Sentinel, 26 May 2026
Even under broader classifications, California data does not show administrative spending approaching 50% of education funding.
—James Ward, USA Today, 15 May 2026
Based on United Nations statistical classifications, Asia includes 48 countries when Palestine is counted; the total rises to 49 if Russia is included and to 50 if Taiwan is also treated as an independent country.
—Ethan Teekah, Encyclopedia Britannica, 11 May 2026
Otherwise, racial classifications must be a specific remedy for a recent wrong.
—Stephen L. Carter, Twin Cities, 8 May 2026
In the second Olympic phase, the clean and jerk, McKenzie also went 3-for-3, peaking with a 370 best for a 685 total that set another record for all classifications.
—Buddy Collings, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 May 2026
Trustee Ken Shaw said the ordinance aligns the business license approval process and classifications with the liquor and gaming license process, meaning specific types of businesses would be capped at their existing numbers and any additions would require a formal business licensing process.
—Addison Wright, Chicago Tribune, 6 May 2026
Leaders need human-in-the-loop checkpoints on the highest-leverage decisions—high-value quotes, customs classifications, contractual commitments—alongside mandatory audit logs and version control across all agent actions.
—Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Fortune, 2 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for classifications
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The rooms The room count has dropped from 121 to 112 following the extensive renovations, resulting in more spacious offerings across 12 categories.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 2026
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Convenience is one of the few categories shoppers will still pay a premium for, with pre-cut vegetables, meal kits and ready-to-cook options gaining ground as busy households trade time for ease.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Sacbee.com,
3 June 2026
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It’s also sold directly to consumers, via the company website or at Walmart, in four different kits tailored for first-time exams, menopause and different body types.—
Wendy Naugle,
USA Today,
5 June 2026
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Credit counselors can assist with budgeting, creating a debt management plan and certain types of creditor negotiations.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
4 June 2026
Noun
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There are several kinds to choose from, but before buying, there are some things to consider.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
4 June 2026
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Raymonde Arcier, who brought attention to women’s work by way of an art practice based in fabric and textiles of different kinds, died in May at the age of 86.—
Andy Battaglia,
ARTnews.com,
2 June 2026
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“Classifications.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/classifications. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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