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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
In Europe, the EU AI Act designates hiring algorithms as high-risk AI systems by default, with compliance requirements taking effect August 2, 2026 — just weeks away.
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Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 26 May 2026
Enacted in 2003, the policy designates that teams must interview at least two minorities for their top level openings.
—Miami Herald, 22 May 2026
The continent and its abundant wildlife are protected under the 1959 treaty, which designates it as a land of science and peace, while freezing territorial claims.
—CBS News, 12 May 2026
The average water consumption per garment is 30 liters, average chemical impact is 53 and average worker impact is 16—all which EIM designates as medium impact.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 6 May 2026
The revised constitution also designates Kim, as chairman of the State Affairs Commission, as North Korea‘s head of state, replacing previous language that described the post as the country’s supreme leader who represents the state.
—Reuters, NBC news, 6 May 2026
It is secured under a Maine Forest Society easement, which designates what is and is not allowed.
—Literary Hub, 23 Apr. 2026
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.
—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
Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 26 May 2026
Enacted in 2003, the policy designates that teams must interview at least two minorities for their top level openings.
—Miami Herald, 22 May 2026
The continent and its abundant wildlife are protected under the 1959 treaty, which designates it as a land of science and peace, while freezing territorial claims.
—CBS News, 12 May 2026
The average water consumption per garment is 30 liters, average chemical impact is 53 and average worker impact is 16—all which EIM designates as medium impact.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 6 May 2026
The revised constitution also designates Kim, as chairman of the State Affairs Commission, as North Korea‘s head of state, replacing previous language that described the post as the country’s supreme leader who represents the state.
—Reuters, NBC news, 6 May 2026
It is secured under a Maine Forest Society easement, which designates what is and is not allowed.
—Literary Hub, 23 Apr. 2026
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.
—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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for designates
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In a variable annuity, the account owner chooses how the account is invested among funds offered by the insurer.—
Bob Carlson,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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As Season 2 unfolds, the two young couples will be tested and separated once again by forces beyond their control, as every clan chooses a side in the rebellion.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
1 June 2026
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The governor of Florida appoints the seven members of the FWC Commission.—
Joe Murphy,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 May 2026
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Under existing rules, the governor appoints all five CPUC commissioners, who are then confirmed by the state senate.—
Rob Nikolewski,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 May 2026
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Graduation is a huge milestone that calls for celebration and fanfare — and of course, gifts.—
Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
3 June 2026
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The problem About 15 million adults and children, or about 1 in 3 of our state’s residents, rely on Medi-Cal, which is what California calls its Medicaid program.—
Anita Chabria,
Mercury News,
3 June 2026
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This disconnect sets the stage for a future where talent loyalty will depend on an organization’s willingness to move beyond hesitation and keep up with the ambitions of its people.—
Glenn Llopis,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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Each company sets its own thresholds and its own level of transparency.—
Shlomit Wagman,
Fortune,
30 May 2026
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Trump nominates Cameron Hamilton to lead FEMA, a surprising comeback after the former Navy SEAL was fired last May for defending the agency’s existence amid calls to dismantle it.—
Gabriela Aoun Angueira,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2026
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Under Iran’s system, the president traditionally nominates an intelligence minister only after securing approval from the supreme leader.—
Efrat Lachter,
FOXNews.com,
21 Apr. 2026
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Letter writer names the cost of the ticket, new outfit and babysitter, but unmarried friend has other accounting in mind.—
Carolyn Hax,
Washington Post,
2 June 2026
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Anyone who names a work-life boundary gets marked as less committed or passed over for stretch opportunities.—
Teresa Hopke,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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Each volume’s series editor selects notable work from hundreds of magazines, journals, and websites, and a special guest editor, a leading writer in the field, then makes the final selection for the anthology.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 May 2026
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Marketing management selects the target market or markets according to the firm’s financial and managerial capacities.—
Ezgi Eyüboğlu,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
27 May 2026
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SpaceX will be vying for slices of a fast-expanding pie with the Microsofts, Googles and other titans that constitutes perhaps the toughest roster of rivals on the planet.—
Shawn Tully,
Fortune,
28 May 2026
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Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of Service, Privacy Policy (Your Privacy Rights) and Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information.—
Time,
Time,
28 May 2026
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