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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
On Friday, Khalid Aleisir, the minister of culture, information, antiquities and Tourism condemned the attack and called for designating the RSF a terrorist organization and prosecuting its members.
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ABC News, 3 Apr. 2026
The expulsion order comes after Tehran criticized Argentina for designating the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization.
—Gonzalo Zegarra, CNN Money, 2 Apr. 2026
The team made a change in the bullpen, designating Jedixson Páez for assignment.
—Lamond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2026
In a bid to manage limited resources, the government has mandated a four-day work week, designating Wednesdays as public holidays.
—Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 31 Mar. 2026
The Giants may also be bidding farewell to another once-promising player, designating utility man Tyler Fitzgerald for assignment on Monday.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 30 Mar. 2026
The new legislation, which has been backed by the University of Tennessee, would extend that public records exemption indefinitely, while also designating a new trove of athletic department records that can be kept under wraps.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 30 Mar. 2026
The Toronto Blue Jays are trading 24-year-old Leo Jiménez to the Miami Marlins, per SportsNet's Ben Nicholson-Smith, just a few days after designating the young infielder for assignment.
—Shaun McAvoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2026
Muslim Americans, meanwhile, have expressed fear and alarm as anti-Muslim rhetoric and actions by state governments designating Muslim communities as security threats have risen in recent months.
—Arkansas Online, 26 Mar. 2026
ABC News, 3 Apr. 2026
The expulsion order comes after Tehran criticized Argentina for designating the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization.
—Gonzalo Zegarra, CNN Money, 2 Apr. 2026
The team made a change in the bullpen, designating Jedixson Páez for assignment.
—Lamond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2026
In a bid to manage limited resources, the government has mandated a four-day work week, designating Wednesdays as public holidays.
—Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 31 Mar. 2026
The Giants may also be bidding farewell to another once-promising player, designating utility man Tyler Fitzgerald for assignment on Monday.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 30 Mar. 2026
The new legislation, which has been backed by the University of Tennessee, would extend that public records exemption indefinitely, while also designating a new trove of athletic department records that can be kept under wraps.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 30 Mar. 2026
The Toronto Blue Jays are trading 24-year-old Leo Jiménez to the Miami Marlins, per SportsNet's Ben Nicholson-Smith, just a few days after designating the young infielder for assignment.
—Shaun McAvoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2026
Muslim Americans, meanwhile, have expressed fear and alarm as anti-Muslim rhetoric and actions by state governments designating Muslim communities as security threats have risen in recent months.
—Arkansas Online, 26 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for designating
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Sleep divorce simply means couples choosing to sleep in separate beds or bedrooms.—
Allison Palmer,
Miami Herald,
3 Apr. 2026
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These funky new qLDPC codes come in many forms, and choosing which one to use typically involves a tradeoff.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
3 Apr. 2026
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The committee’s other recommendations included appointing a general counsel and expanding the legal department, as well as appointing a chief compliance officer and a chief accounting officer.—
Amanda Gerut,
Fortune,
7 Apr. 2026
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The University of North Carolina is appointing Michael Malone as its next men’s basketball coach, according to a report by ESPN’s Pete Thamel — a hire that sent shock waves through the college hoops world and through Ball Arena on Monday.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
6 Apr. 2026
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Hurtling back toward Earth after a historic loop around the moon, Artemis II commander Reid Wiseman said naming a crater after his late wife, an idea his crewmates came up with before launch, was the most deeply profound moment of an already memorable flight.—
William Harwood,
CBS News,
9 Apr. 2026
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The former West Coast Editor of Time who wrote the magazine’s 2023 profile of Taylor Swift, naming her Person of the Year, Lansky is the author of two books, The Gilded Razor and Broken People.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
8 Apr. 2026
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His shot missed, deflecting glass onto Long Khac Nguyen’s face and setting him off on an immediate rampage, shooting several hostages, three fatally.—
Graham Womack,
Sacbee.com,
4 Apr. 2026
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During this season, Perry pumped his fist after setting a back screen that set Clark free for a layup.—
Aaron Heisen,
Daily News,
4 Apr. 2026
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Give your mom an early Mother’s Day gift by nominating her.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Apr. 2026
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Now that facility, Pinnacle Multicare Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, is suing the very administration that is nominating Landa to the diplomatic post.—
Eli Cahan,
ProPublica,
23 Mar. 2026
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If trapped by moving water, seek the highest possible point and contact emergency services by calling 911.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Apr. 2026
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Building and construction unions no longer can use their old rhetorical cudgel in this debate — calling prefab homes flimsy and unsafe.—
U T Editorial Board,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Apr. 2026
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The Duchess opted for another look from the designer on day three of her and Prince Harry's visit to Colombia, this time selecting an easy-breezy matching top and skirt.—
Katherine J Igoe,
InStyle,
3 Apr. 2026
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This is why selecting the appropriate size and style of area rug for your room is crucial.—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
3 Apr. 2026
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Memories, associations and context all go into assigning value and meaning to an object.—
Brandon Kaipo Moningka,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Apr. 2026
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The selection committee determines the playoff rankings for the 25 teams, assigning the top 12 teams spots in the playoff bracket.—
Matt Murschel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 Mar. 2026
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“Designating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/designating. Accessed 11 Apr. 2026.
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