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
The application also includes a quality assurance program, safety classifications, and physical protection system designs.
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Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 31 Mar. 2026
Where things get murky, according to Cathleen Cardinali, perfumer and founder of Thin Wild Mercury, is that these classifications don’t always equate to stronger performance.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 31 Mar. 2026
Braketa shot 44% from 3-point range, with 103 long-range makes, leading Colorado’s biggest classifications.
—Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 29 Mar. 2026
The Chaparrals and Bulldogs are two of five Tarrant County boys soccer teams remaining in all UIL boys soccer classifications.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Mar. 2026
Actuarial science evolves alongside it, incorporating new information that improves longevity and treatment outcomes and in some cases makes insurance more affordable for individuals who previously faced higher risk classifications.
—Chicago Tribune, 22 Mar. 2026
Little Rock and the Northwest Arkansas markets would fall into those classifications.
—Arkansas Online, 21 Mar. 2026
North Texas stamped its authority on the UIL state basketball championships, winning 13 of the 24 statewide titles, including eight boys crowns and five girls championships across all classifications.
—Johnny Resendiz, CBS News, 15 Mar. 2026
Over the years, through contract negotiations or board resolutions, supervisors have added 11 additional classifications eligible for those annual adjustments.
—Theresa Clift, Sacbee.com, 12 Mar. 2026
Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 31 Mar. 2026
Where things get murky, according to Cathleen Cardinali, perfumer and founder of Thin Wild Mercury, is that these classifications don’t always equate to stronger performance.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 31 Mar. 2026
Braketa shot 44% from 3-point range, with 103 long-range makes, leading Colorado’s biggest classifications.
—Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 29 Mar. 2026
The Chaparrals and Bulldogs are two of five Tarrant County boys soccer teams remaining in all UIL boys soccer classifications.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Mar. 2026
Actuarial science evolves alongside it, incorporating new information that improves longevity and treatment outcomes and in some cases makes insurance more affordable for individuals who previously faced higher risk classifications.
—Chicago Tribune, 22 Mar. 2026
Little Rock and the Northwest Arkansas markets would fall into those classifications.
—Arkansas Online, 21 Mar. 2026
North Texas stamped its authority on the UIL state basketball championships, winning 13 of the 24 statewide titles, including eight boys crowns and five girls championships across all classifications.
—Johnny Resendiz, CBS News, 15 Mar. 2026
Over the years, through contract negotiations or board resolutions, supervisors have added 11 additional classifications eligible for those annual adjustments.
—Theresa Clift, Sacbee.com, 12 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for classifications
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The songs, which in the original serve to introduce each cat’s personality, now operate as loose accompaniments to various categories at the ball.—
Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
8 Apr. 2026
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Podcast categories on Patreon with the highest earnings are pop culture and comedy; lifestyle and hobbies; and education and information.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
8 Apr. 2026
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These are the types of compliments that sustain a bid for contribution, especially this deep into the spring.—
Noah White,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2026
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Fed officials generally look through those types of price surges, viewing them as temporary and not representative of broader trends.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
9 Apr. 2026
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The standoff has paralyzed one of the council’s most consequential bodies and left a growing backlog of zoning proposals in limbo as the committee reviews zoning changes required to begin construction projects of all kinds across the city.—
Jake Sheridan,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Apr. 2026
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Cargo racks and handles of all kinds?—
Caleb Jacobs,
The Drive,
8 Apr. 2026
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“Classifications.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/classifications. Accessed 11 Apr. 2026.
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