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as in monikers
a word or combination of words by which a person or thing is regularly known
we've never given the homemade gadget a proper designation
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as in appointments
the state or fact of being chosen for a position or duty
the surprising designation of an unknown as the running mate raised a few eyebrows
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Recent Examples of designations
This use of terror designations does more than merely aim to legitimize military buildup and action to the south of the United States.
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Alexander Langlois, Oc Register, 30 Sep. 2025
Here are some of the injury designations provided by Albin, with analysis.
—Hunter Bailey, Charlotte Observer, 30 Sep. 2025
All menus, including those for kids, are clearly labeled with designations such as vegan, gluten-free, lactose-free, contains nuts, sustainably sourced, and locally sourced.
—Kathryn Romeyn, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2025
Ashton Gillotte ending the week on the Chiefs' injury report with questionable designations while defensive end Mike Danna is listed as doubtful with a quad injury.
—Matt Audilet, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Sep. 2025
Still, if the DNI made a formal recommendation, the State Department is the issuing authority for foreign terrorist organization (FTO) designations.
—Mia Cathell, The Washington Examiner, 25 Sep. 2025
Outdated or missing beneficiary designations are common and can lead to delays, unintended distributions or even disputes among heirs.
—Larry Light, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Other countries also have years-long designations under TPS.
—Syra Ortiz Blanes, Miami Herald, 18 Sep. 2025
The designations do not require board approval, according to district officials.
—Silas Allen, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Sep. 2025
Alexander Langlois, Oc Register, 30 Sep. 2025
Here are some of the injury designations provided by Albin, with analysis.
—Hunter Bailey, Charlotte Observer, 30 Sep. 2025
All menus, including those for kids, are clearly labeled with designations such as vegan, gluten-free, lactose-free, contains nuts, sustainably sourced, and locally sourced.
—Kathryn Romeyn, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2025
Ashton Gillotte ending the week on the Chiefs' injury report with questionable designations while defensive end Mike Danna is listed as doubtful with a quad injury.
—Matt Audilet, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Sep. 2025
Still, if the DNI made a formal recommendation, the State Department is the issuing authority for foreign terrorist organization (FTO) designations.
—Mia Cathell, The Washington Examiner, 25 Sep. 2025
Outdated or missing beneficiary designations are common and can lead to delays, unintended distributions or even disputes among heirs.
—Larry Light, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Other countries also have years-long designations under TPS.
—Syra Ortiz Blanes, Miami Herald, 18 Sep. 2025
The designations do not require board approval, according to district officials.
—Silas Allen, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for designations
Noun
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Pete Dunne and Tyler Bate are now wrestling under different monikers as part of their new masked gimmick.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Sep. 2025
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Which of the following monikers did Benjamin Franklin NOT employ?—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
11 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Patients will have the option of checking in for appointments at the counters with staff or by using kiosks available on every floor.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
2 Oct. 2025
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That's in addition to her regular obstetric appointments.—
Katia Riddle,
NPR,
2 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Leaper Williams had no problem rattling off the names of John Hadl, Curtis McClinton and others on that team.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
8 Oct. 2025
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Is this group a bit lacking in depth after those names?—
Harman Dayal,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Region tournaments took place earlier this week, during which several Nashville area teams and individuals earned the right to defend their titles from a season ago.—
Jacob Shames,
Nashville Tennessean,
2 Oct. 2025
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Univision, the Spanish-language media giant, acquired The Root in 2015 and assembled a portfolio of online brands — only to scrap that strategy and sell the titles to Great Hill Partners, a private equity firm, in 2019.—
Brian Stelter,
CNN Money,
2 Oct. 2025
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That information from customers was leaked in a full database, including customer’s names, mobile numbers, email addresses, license plate numbers, vehicle nicknames, and more.—
James Peckham,
PC Magazine,
6 Oct. 2025
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And though some nicknames can wear out their welcome with age, McCollough does not feel that way about his.—
Adam Grosbard,
Oc Register,
25 Sep. 2025
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In it, Sunset has picked 10 tasting rooms (or appellations with good tasting options), from classic vineyards to producers of zero-proof beverages, that should delight everyone with their delectable offerings, innovative techniques and visually stimulating atmospheres.—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
25 Sep. 2025
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Add to that strict government rules in France and Italy to regulate appellations, and wine overall has made plonk pretty much a thing of the past.—
John Mariani,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Designations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/designations. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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