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as in set
to decide upon (the time or date for an event) usually from a position of authority
the designated time for the meeting
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as in appointed
to pick (someone) by one's authority for a specific position or duty
he has yet to designate his successor as head of the firm
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as in named
to give a name to
he was designated "Air Jordan" by his fans
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Recent Examples of designated
Camila Gomez, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 Feb. 2026
Last week, European lawmakers voted to approve new immigration policies allowing nations to deny asylum and deport migrants because they either hail from a country designated safe or could apply for asylum in a country outside the 27-nation bloc.
—ABC News, 18 Feb. 2026
Always use a clean cloth designated for your delicate dishes and look for glass or waffle-weave cloths that have a tighter weave and less lint.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 17 Feb. 2026
With Hill designated for free agency following Monday’s release, his on-field, Dolphins legacy deserves to be explored.
—Miami Herald, 17 Feb. 2026
Outfielder Tirso Ornelas was designated for assignment to make room for Canning.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026
Krupa noted that getting sites designated could be quicker on the state level, but that those applications could then be turned into national ones over time.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 16 Feb. 2026
Right-hander Dom Hamel, recently claimed off waivers himself, was designated for assignment to clear a spot for Fernández.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 5 Feb. 2026
The Super Bowl is designated a top-tier security event, involving multiple federal and local agencies.
—Terry Collins, USA Today, 5 Feb. 2026
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Connie Geller, a descendant of the Lubbe family, said the house should be designated a landmark to honor the idea of the American dream.
—Camila Gomez, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 Feb. 2026
Last week, European lawmakers voted to approve new immigration policies allowing nations to deny asylum and deport migrants because they either hail from a country designated safe or could apply for asylum in a country outside the 27-nation bloc.
—ABC News, 18 Feb. 2026
Always use a clean cloth designated for your delicate dishes and look for glass or waffle-weave cloths that have a tighter weave and less lint.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 17 Feb. 2026
With Hill designated for free agency following Monday’s release, his on-field, Dolphins legacy deserves to be explored.
—Miami Herald, 17 Feb. 2026
Outfielder Tirso Ornelas was designated for assignment to make room for Canning.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026
Krupa noted that getting sites designated could be quicker on the state level, but that those applications could then be turned into national ones over time.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 16 Feb. 2026
Right-hander Dom Hamel, recently claimed off waivers himself, was designated for assignment to clear a spot for Fernández.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 5 Feb. 2026
The Super Bowl is designated a top-tier security event, involving multiple federal and local agencies.
—Terry Collins, USA Today, 5 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for designated
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The water district plans to use approximately $1 million in federal grant funding for the project, and it must be spent within a specified timeframe.—
Karen Morfitt,
CBS News,
4 Feb. 2026
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Connecticut law imposes a mandatory, enforceable duty on parents under statute 10-184 to educate their children in specified subjects.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
26 Jan. 2026
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The recall prompted the European Union to set stricter limits on cereulide levels considered safe for consumption in baby products.—
Hanna Ziady,
CNN Money,
19 Feb. 2026
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The storms that pummeled Southern California this week brought dramatic wind gusts, bursts of rain and lightning that set trees on fire, not to mention heavy snow.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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Judges across the country who were appointed to the bench by presidents of both political parties have made findings on record about DHS not being forthcoming, truthful or credible, according to Honig.—
Emma Tucker,
CNN Money,
15 Feb. 2026
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Richard Woychik, who had directed the institute for five years, was appointed to a second term in June.—
Aria Bendix,
NBC news,
15 Feb. 2026
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The land and tavern that would become Mohonk were purchased by two Quaker brothers named Albert and Alfred Smiley in 1870.—
Katie Mathews,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Feb. 2026
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Being named in the Epstein documents does not indicate any wrongdoing.—
Billy Stockwell,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
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Hawke, who disappears into the role of Hart, is also nominated for an Academy Award for best actor.—
Trey Williams,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Feb. 2026
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Her name has been circulated alongside other prominent women leaders, including former Chilean President Michelle Bachelet, who was formally nominated by her country earlier this month.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
13 Feb. 2026
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Wexner’s name and photo were included, though the document included no details about why the individuals were labeled that way.—
Curt Devine,
CNN Money,
18 Feb. 2026
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King Taco's original location in Los Angeles could soon be labeled a historic-cultural monument after receiving unanimous support from the Cultural Heritage Commission.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
17 Feb. 2026
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On his way to the dressing room, Gudas picked some snow off the ice and kissed it.—
Kevin Baxter,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Feb. 2026
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The council recently picked a fight with Friends of the Library, with the council questioning whether to accept $825,000 from the group.—
The Editorial Board,
Oc Register,
18 Feb. 2026
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Only eight of the Pikachu Illustrator cards have been awarded a PSA Grade 9 and Paul’s sale is the only PSA Grade 10, the highest and most desirable grade assigned by PSA.—
Laura Sharman,
CNN Money,
16 Feb. 2026
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Officers leaving Minnesota will report back to their stations or be assigned elsewhere.—
Ben Finley,
Fortune,
15 Feb. 2026
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“Designated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/designated. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.
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