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as in chooses
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 appoints
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 calls
to give a name to
he was designated "Air Jordan" by his fans
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Recent Examples of designates
The measure designates a Downtown Form-Based Zoning District, consisting of about 681 acres between Davis Drive and Willis Avenue, north of the UT Arlington campus.
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Emily Holshouser, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Apr. 2026
Luvme designates this tier, which comprises the vast majority of the brand’s wig offerings on the site, as the quintessential selection for first-time wig buyers and value-savvy shoppers seeking exceptional quality, resilience, and an impeccable, manageable finish without the extravagant price tag.
—Noel Cymone Walker, StyleCaster, 1 Apr. 2026
The city also designates certain areas as slow- or no-ride zones, enforced by geofencing.
—Sasha Richie, Dallas Morning News, 24 Mar. 2026
One provision designates animal protein as an incentive food under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, meaning that stores could sell meat at a discount to people on food benefits.
—Sarah Todd, STAT, 20 Mar. 2026
The Constitution designates the president as the commander-in-chief of the armed forces, but this title simply preserves civilian control over the military.
—William J Watkins Jr, Oc Register, 4 Mar. 2026
The City Council voted 5-1 to approve a package of rule changes that include allowing the City Council to overrule the city’s Historical Resources Board when the board designates a property historic.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Feb. 2026
The aircraft has entered operational service with Marine Corps logistics units and the Royal Navy, which designates it the T-150.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 17 Feb. 2026
Tourism Australia designates one of its beaches as the nation’s finest.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 17 Feb. 2026
Emily Holshouser, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Apr. 2026
Luvme designates this tier, which comprises the vast majority of the brand’s wig offerings on the site, as the quintessential selection for first-time wig buyers and value-savvy shoppers seeking exceptional quality, resilience, and an impeccable, manageable finish without the extravagant price tag.
—Noel Cymone Walker, StyleCaster, 1 Apr. 2026
The city also designates certain areas as slow- or no-ride zones, enforced by geofencing.
—Sasha Richie, Dallas Morning News, 24 Mar. 2026
One provision designates animal protein as an incentive food under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, meaning that stores could sell meat at a discount to people on food benefits.
—Sarah Todd, STAT, 20 Mar. 2026
The Constitution designates the president as the commander-in-chief of the armed forces, but this title simply preserves civilian control over the military.
—William J Watkins Jr, Oc Register, 4 Mar. 2026
The City Council voted 5-1 to approve a package of rule changes that include allowing the City Council to overrule the city’s Historical Resources Board when the board designates a property historic.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Feb. 2026
The aircraft has entered operational service with Marine Corps logistics units and the Royal Navy, which designates it the T-150.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 17 Feb. 2026
Tourism Australia designates one of its beaches as the nation’s finest.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 17 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for designates
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Prosecutors want jurors to hear about the potentially damning nugget if Weinstein chooses to take the stand at his retrial.—
Molly Crane-Newman,
New York Daily News,
14 Apr. 2026
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When someone chooses to spend time with you, that choice forecloses other possibilities.—
Oluwaseun Damilola Sanwoolu,
The Conversation,
14 Apr. 2026
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As is the case in other states, Utah not only puts parents in charge of this complex bookkeeping but also appoints them as their children’s trustees—and all in the name of protecting children’s earnings from greedy parents.—
Jessica Winter,
New Yorker,
7 Apr. 2026
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The governor appoints agency leaders and helps shape California's energy and environmental policies — decisions that directly impact gas prices.—
Richard Ramos,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
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America's oldest brewery calls Pennsylvania home.—
Nikki DeMentri,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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The break clock starts when management calls it, that includes the walk across the warehouse floor.—
Rey Covarrubias Jr,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
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The store is owned by the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community on their tribal land and licensed under their cannabis ordinance, which sets rules and regulations consistent with Minnesota laws, according the tribe.—
Frankie McLister,
CBS News,
12 Apr. 2026
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There are a few high-end hotels that offer access to the national park but what sets Silverback Lodge apart is the view.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Apr. 2026
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The sections also clarify that in case a vice president takes office, the president nominates a new vice president, who then has to be confirmed by a majority vote in Congress.—
Isa Almeida,
Oklahoman,
8 Apr. 2026
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The quality of the candidates each party nominates for governor, Congress and the state Legislature in Wisconsin will matter this fall.—
Craig Gilbert,
jsonline.com,
26 Mar. 2026
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In another criminal complaint, which also names the couple, another 16 people are charged with insurance fraud, identity theft and conspiracy to commit health insurance fraud.—
Hannah Fry,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Apr. 2026
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Macedonio again took aim against a wrongful death lawsuit filed by the son of victim Valerie Mack against Heuermann that names Ellerup and Victoria, as well.—
April 8,
CBS News,
8 Apr. 2026
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Teenagers who don’t want to play for an NAHL franchise that selects them can search for other leagues in which to skate, which is what several potential Mallards chose to do this season.—
Tris Wykes,
Twin Cities,
10 Apr. 2026
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An attention mechanism then selects the most relevant data points, while a Kolmogorov-Arnold Network performs the final prediction of position.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Apr. 2026
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This historical illiteracy – as well as a fundamental lack of understanding about what constitutes anti-Semitism – leaves institutions without clear standards for addressing the centuries-old hatred.—
Kenneth L. Marcus,
Boston Herald,
13 Apr. 2026
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The Morgans are now challenging SB 1137 in federal court, arguing that the setback law constitutes an uncompensated taking of their mineral estate prohibited by the Fifth Amendment.—
Paige Gilliard,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Apr. 2026
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“Designates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/designates. Accessed 18 Apr. 2026.
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