as in to name
to give a name to
stargazing is nothing more than that, and denominating it as astrology does not make it a science
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Recent Examples of denominate
When the dollar weakens and other currencies strengthen, investments denominated in those currencies become more valuable when converted back into dollars.
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John Towfighi, CNN Money, 4 Jan. 2026
Western governments moved to freeze Russian assets denominated in US dollars, prompting governments in Russia — as well as China — to look for ways to decrease exposure to American policy decisions, Lindahl said.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 25 Dec. 2025
In crisis times, U.S. government bonds denominated in dollars were the safe haven that worried investors snapped up.
—Laurent Belsie, Christian Science Monitor, 20 Oct. 2025
Now, the first category is anything denominated in a currency.
—Alex Crippen, CNBC, 18 Oct. 2025
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John Towfighi, CNN Money, 4 Jan. 2026
Western governments moved to freeze Russian assets denominated in US dollars, prompting governments in Russia — as well as China — to look for ways to decrease exposure to American policy decisions, Lindahl said.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 25 Dec. 2025
In crisis times, U.S. government bonds denominated in dollars were the safe haven that worried investors snapped up.
—Laurent Belsie, Christian Science Monitor, 20 Oct. 2025
Now, the first category is anything denominated in a currency.
—Alex Crippen, CNBC, 18 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for denominate
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Chicago police continue to list the case as active — but no suspects have been named, no arrests have been made and a $68,000 reward is still being offered for information that leads to an arrest and conviction, per FOX32 Chicago.—
Aya Al-Hakim,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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Kylie Jenner is named in a new lawsuit from her former live-in housekeeper, who claims other staffers at the reality star’s home subjected her to religious and racial discrimination, as well as bullying, and that Jenner failed to act in her defense.—
Jami Ganz,
New York Daily News,
21 Apr. 2026
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One of my neighbors called 911 and helped with the first CPR attempts.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
20 Apr. 2026
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Dunn wielded his influence through a think tank called the Texas Public Policy Foundation.—
Zach Helfand,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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Only those designated as social equity licenses qualify.—
Robert McCoppin,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Apr. 2026
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In April, Argentina renewed attention on him after its President Javier Milei’s government designated the entire Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps a terrorist organization and singled out Vahidi by name.—
Efrat Lachter,
FOXNews.com,
20 Apr. 2026
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DeSantis criticized the House for failing to pass the bill, dubbed the Medical Freedom Act, and is now putting it on the agenda for an upcoming special session.—
Cindy Krischer Goodman,
The Orlando Sentinel,
16 Apr. 2026
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DeSantis criticized the House for failing to pass the bill, dubbed the Medical Freedom Act.—
Cindy Krischer Goodman,
Sun Sentinel,
16 Apr. 2026
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Conservative media personality Megyn Kelly and podcaster Katie Miller, who is married to Trump immigration policy czar Stephen Miller, are among those on the right to label Phillip as biased.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
18 Apr. 2026
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Sure, there’s an air of elegance that pervades with guests often embodying that quiet luxury vibe, but that doesn’t spoil the authenticity of the resort, which is a destination for those seeking a blend of sun, sand and sophistication—no matter what designer label your shoes happen to be.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Apr. 2026
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Her first Ariel nomination came back in 2009 for Rudo Y Cursi and she was also nominated last year for Dead Man’s Switch.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
17 Apr. 2026
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Many people were surprised that she wasn’t inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame this year after being nominated three years in a row.—
Lindsey Underwood,
Vanity Fair,
17 Apr. 2026
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State Treasurer Fiona Ma, who has served since 2018, is termed out of the position and is now running for lieutenant governor.—
Lia Russell,
Sacbee.com,
19 Apr. 2026
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There’s an open seat before Orange County voters this June, with Supervisor Doug Chaffee termed out after serving two terms on the Board of Supervisors.—
The Editorial Board,
Oc Register,
16 Apr. 2026
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Anybody around here is entitled to a great meal.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
21 Apr. 2026
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Cher acknowledged that Elijah is entitled to regular distributions from a trust, but expressed concerns that his ongoing mental health and substance abuse issues prevent her son from making reasonable decisions.—
Tracy Wright,
FOXNews.com,
21 Apr. 2026
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“Denominate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/denominate. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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