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as in choosing
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 appointing
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 naming
to give a name to
he was designated "Air Jordan" by his fans
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Recent Examples of designating
Microsoft came to Anthropic’s defense yesterday, saying in a court filing that a judge should issue a temporary restraining order barring the Pentagon from designating the AI startup as a supply chain risk.
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Alex Harring, CNBC, 11 Mar. 2026
So designating Chubb a post June 1 cut would create an additional $13 million in cap space than releasing him this week without that designation.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 9 Mar. 2026
In early March 2025, Morales issued a delegation order designating Lake to perform almost all functions and responsibilities assigned to the CEO job.
—David Folkenflik, NPR, 8 Mar. 2026
The Cowboys could save $20 million in cap space by releasing both and designating them as post-June 1 cuts.
—Joseph Hoyt, Dallas Morning News, 7 Mar. 2026
The Pentagon blacklisted the company as a result, designating it a supply chain risk.
—Hadas Gold, CNN Money, 4 Mar. 2026
If nothing sticks, the Dodgers are also not shy about spitting out the pitcher and designating him for assignment.
—Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 3 Mar. 2026
In 1989, a forward-thinking Broward County Commission worked to save Environmentally Sensitive Land (ESL) by designating certain acreage as such.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 28 Feb. 2026
Still, when Bentley confirmed the result, officially designating me a deep winter, the validation felt oddly triumphant.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 26 Feb. 2026
Alex Harring, CNBC, 11 Mar. 2026
So designating Chubb a post June 1 cut would create an additional $13 million in cap space than releasing him this week without that designation.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 9 Mar. 2026
In early March 2025, Morales issued a delegation order designating Lake to perform almost all functions and responsibilities assigned to the CEO job.
—David Folkenflik, NPR, 8 Mar. 2026
The Cowboys could save $20 million in cap space by releasing both and designating them as post-June 1 cuts.
—Joseph Hoyt, Dallas Morning News, 7 Mar. 2026
The Pentagon blacklisted the company as a result, designating it a supply chain risk.
—Hadas Gold, CNN Money, 4 Mar. 2026
If nothing sticks, the Dodgers are also not shy about spitting out the pitcher and designating him for assignment.
—Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 3 Mar. 2026
In 1989, a forward-thinking Broward County Commission worked to save Environmentally Sensitive Land (ESL) by designating certain acreage as such.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 28 Feb. 2026
Still, when Bentley confirmed the result, officially designating me a deep winter, the validation felt oddly triumphant.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 26 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for designating
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One fan did not agree with those choosing Arsenal.—
Caoimhe O'Neill,
New York Times,
21 Mar. 2026
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Contemporary buttermilk is a poster child for the importance of choosing ingredients with care.—
Emily Saladino,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
20 Mar. 2026
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If half the job of a CEO is showing up, the other half is identifying the smartest person and the room and then appointing that exec to the highest position of authority on the org chart.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
18 Mar. 2026
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When accountability depends almost entirely on internal oversight rather than competitive elections, the argument for appointing such officials through the Board of Supervisors deserves serious consideration.—
Jodi Balma,
Oc Register,
15 Mar. 2026
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The company that cannot reliably blur faces in training data wants to start naming them on purpose.—
Yunus Emre Tozal,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2026
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Vitello originally said Webb would start on Friday after naming him the team’s Opening Day starter.—
Justice delos Santos,
Mercury News,
18 Mar. 2026
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The Read to Reef partnership between the aquarium and Enoch Pratt creates a profound and memorable experience that rewards early literacy with fun and adventure, prioritizing the youngest members of our community — and setting them up for a brighter academic future.—
Nancy S. Grasmick,
Baltimore Sun,
14 Mar. 2026
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Instead, opt for pore-minimizing setting powder on just your T-zone or oily areas at the end of your routine.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
14 Mar. 2026
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By participating in this Neighborhood Initiative and nominating those who strengthen our neighborhoods, each of us can help make our city stronger, more connected and more welcoming.—
Chuck Page,
Mercury News,
15 Mar. 2026
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His campaign says nominating Paxton could force Republicans to spend millions defending a seat that should otherwise be secure.—
Gromer Jeffers Jr,
Dallas Morning News,
4 Mar. 2026
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Michigan and Kentucky came calling, engaging him in multiple Zoom calls.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Mar. 2026
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Anyone with further information was encouraged to contact investigator Manny Milian by calling Riverside Sheriff's dispatch at (951) 776-1099 or the Perris Sheriff's Station at (951) 210-1000.—
Dean Fioresi,
CBS News,
15 Mar. 2026
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The survey said the best barbecue restaurant is Fiorella’s Jack Stack Barbecue, after selecting Arthur Bryant’s in 2025.—
Joseph Hernandez
March 20,
Kansas City Star,
20 Mar. 2026
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The clerical body responsible for selecting the new supreme leader announced Mojtaba Khamenei as the new leader on March 8, but he has not been seen in public.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
19 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Mike Lefkow, who was Steward’s assigning editor after the Oakland Tribune and Contra Costa Times merged, said Steward could do it all.—
Jon Becker,
Mercury News,
15 Mar. 2026
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Markets are assigning a near 100% probability that the rate-setting Federal Open Market Committee will remain on hold.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
13 Mar. 2026
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“Designating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/designating. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.
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