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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
The guide also honored sustainability leaders with new Green Star designations, including January in Franklin, recognized for its innovation, leadership, zero-waste kitchen and commitment to local sourcing.
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Mackensy Lunsford, Nashville Tennessean, 3 Nov. 2025
So all of the sort of subsequent appointments, votes, designations, whatever are moot from the beginning.
—State House News Service, Boston Herald, 29 Oct. 2025
There used to be a greater difference between these designations, but according to Shields, right now, the terms just describe differences in genetics.
—Carly Fisher, Bon Appetit Magazine, 29 Oct. 2025
There can only be three such designations, which require a link to a large-scale infrastructure commitment.
—Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 28 Oct. 2025
However, this comment does perhaps rule out any possibility of Harbaugh individually receiving any kind of disciplinary actions from the NFL if he truly is not involved in making injury designations.
—Reice Shipley, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Oct. 2025
NoBull will receive an array of exclusive marketing rights and designations connecting the NoBull brand with the NHL and its fans through the NHL’s marketing, digital and social media channels.
—Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 24 Oct. 2025
The labels ranged from ones that had only nutrition information on them, ones that had nutrition information plus designations of good, better and best, and ones that the researchers called spectrum labels that had ratings of poor, fair, good, better and best.
—Sheah Rarback, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2025
Still carrying questionable designations are two running backs (Packers’ Josh Jacobs, Bears’ D’Andre Swift), four pass catchers (Patriots’ Stefon Diggs, Atlanta’s Darnell Mooney and Commanders’ Zach Ertz) and Arizona QB Kyler Murray.
—Kevin Cusick, Twin Cities, 19 Oct. 2025
Mackensy Lunsford, Nashville Tennessean, 3 Nov. 2025
So all of the sort of subsequent appointments, votes, designations, whatever are moot from the beginning.
—State House News Service, Boston Herald, 29 Oct. 2025
There used to be a greater difference between these designations, but according to Shields, right now, the terms just describe differences in genetics.
—Carly Fisher, Bon Appetit Magazine, 29 Oct. 2025
There can only be three such designations, which require a link to a large-scale infrastructure commitment.
—Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 28 Oct. 2025
However, this comment does perhaps rule out any possibility of Harbaugh individually receiving any kind of disciplinary actions from the NFL if he truly is not involved in making injury designations.
—Reice Shipley, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Oct. 2025
NoBull will receive an array of exclusive marketing rights and designations connecting the NoBull brand with the NHL and its fans through the NHL’s marketing, digital and social media channels.
—Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 24 Oct. 2025
The labels ranged from ones that had only nutrition information on them, ones that had nutrition information plus designations of good, better and best, and ones that the researchers called spectrum labels that had ratings of poor, fair, good, better and best.
—Sheah Rarback, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2025
Still carrying questionable designations are two running backs (Packers’ Josh Jacobs, Bears’ D’Andre Swift), four pass catchers (Patriots’ Stefon Diggs, Atlanta’s Darnell Mooney and Commanders’ Zach Ertz) and Arizona QB Kyler Murray.
—Kevin Cusick, Twin Cities, 19 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for designations
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Grammys 2026 surprise nominees Katseye From reality competition show to a pair of Grammy nods, the sextet known by their single monikers (Daniela, Lara, Manon, Megan, Sophia and Yoonchae) has charted an unlikely journey.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
7 Nov. 2025
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The protagonist tacks between monikers, dissatisfied by what each represents.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
30 Oct. 2025
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By February 2021, the couple officially surrendered their royal patronages and military appointments following a review of their departure agreement.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
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Even in urban areas like Phoenix and Tucson, many practices are at capacity, with wait times for new patient appointments stretching for months.—
Sixteen Ramos,
AZCentral.com,
6 Nov. 2025
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The pardons are largely symbolic as none of the names listed were ever charged with federal crimes.—
NPR,
NPR,
11 Nov. 2025
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Quite a few names have already been brought up as potential targets.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Nov. 2025
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This year, Gorst had the chance to add to his hall-of-fame resume by winning back-to-back titles.—
Jeremy Herb,
CNN Money,
6 Nov. 2025
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Vesia’s teammate, Will Klein, mentioned Alex and Kayla after the Dodgers clinched back-to-back World Series titles.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
6 Nov. 2025
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The stealthy look is inspired by one of Jordan’s nicknames, which originated from his panther-like abilities on the court and has been the design muse for several of his sneakers.—
Riley Jones,
Footwear News,
9 Nov. 2025
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They’re most commonly known by their nicknames, Chub Perm, Mclovin, No Name, and Nonchalant Kid.—
Stephanie Ganz,
Parents,
3 Nov. 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 18 Nov. 2025.
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