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as in to signify
to communicate or convey (as an idea) to the mind
a flashing red light that denotes danger
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Recent Examples of denote
The Venu 3 comes in 45mm or 41mm size options, with the smaller model (denoted with an S at the end of its name) getting a 1mm bump from the last generation.
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PC Magazine, 14 May 2025
Image Wagner boasted the sledgehammer as its symbol, a rune that denoted Russian power.
—Nicolas Niarchos, New York Times, 13 May 2025
Café culture can often denote a slower pace of life with a focus on spending time with friends and family and enjoying life.
—Mohammed Soliman, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Apr. 2025
Looking at the number of long attacking throw-ins — denoted as ones into the penalty area starting in the attacking quarter of the pitch — as a share of all throws in that zone, there has been a year-on-year increase, reaching 17 per cent this season.
—Mark Carey, New York Times, 9 May 2025
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PC Magazine, 14 May 2025
Image Wagner boasted the sledgehammer as its symbol, a rune that denoted Russian power.
—Nicolas Niarchos, New York Times, 13 May 2025
Café culture can often denote a slower pace of life with a focus on spending time with friends and family and enjoying life.
—Mohammed Soliman, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Apr. 2025
Looking at the number of long attacking throw-ins — denoted as ones into the penalty area starting in the attacking quarter of the pitch — as a share of all throws in that zone, there has been a year-on-year increase, reaching 17 per cent this season.
—Mark Carey, New York Times, 9 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for denote
Verb
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Maybe this is also why the cigarette has always signified rebellion—especially for women living in cultures bent on circumscribing their choices.—
Gal Beckerman,
The Atlantic,
11 June 2025
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The two infamous politicians were reviled in the North; their capture signified a great Union victory.—
Zaakir Tameez
June 11,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2025
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Coinbase has indicated that cryptocurrency prices are influenced by multi-year cycles that typically last two to four years.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Crisp, curly hair indicates a hasty, somewhat impetuous and rash character.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 June 2025
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This is what 42% containment means Containment indicates what percentage of the fire perimeter has been surrounded by a control line.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
14 June 2025
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But that doesn’t mean Patullo and Co. shouldn’t proactively prepare wrinkles to keep opponents on their toes.—
Brooks Kubena,
New York Times,
13 June 2025
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This implies a poor Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 46.2% (vs. 19.9% for S&P 500).—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
3 June 2025
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The predominant color in both hotels is white, but as their names imply, Stella Nova is accented with cooler tones and starry vibes while Terra Nova has warmer, more terrestrial theming.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
3 June 2025
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“Denote.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/denote. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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