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as in planned
to have in mind as a purpose or goal
early on she had designed to a top position in a major insurance company
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as in prepared
to work out the details of (something) in advance
the foreman designed a better layout for the factory floor to improve efficiency
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Recent Examples of designed
Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 11 Jan. 2026
Today’s pairs are built for all conditions, designed to carry you through long days without blisters or fuss, while still looking effortless.
—Erica Paige, Travel + Leisure, 11 Jan. 2026
The shoes are also designed with non-slip rubber outsoles and jacquard mesh uppers for breathability.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 11 Jan. 2026
The production line is designed for electrode dimensions of up to two metres and is therefore suitable for multi-megawatt electrolyser systems.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 11 Jan. 2026
And problems continue despite the flight cancellations designed to relieve stress on controllers struggling to deal with the shutdown.
—Emma Tucker, CNN Money, 8 Nov. 2025
Artistic director Eddine Noël did much of the research into the time period and the environment of the Kansai region in which the film is set, and built a replica of the house featured in the novel, and the team designed the house with Western furniture to represent the cultural fusion.
—Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 7 Nov. 2025
The TikTok-beloved Dyson Supersonic is designed to protect hair from extreme heat damage and frizz while leaving locks extra smooth and shiny.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 7 Nov. 2025
The real estate partners behind the redevelopment of The Field Building joined CFV to unveil the latest initiative designed to make the LaSalle Corridor and the historic central Loop an international fashion destination.
—Kristin Larson, Footwear News, 7 Nov. 2025
Verb
Having designed dozens of homes and studied many more, interior designers become accustomed to spotting some of the same home accessories over and over again.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 11 Jan. 2026
Today’s pairs are built for all conditions, designed to carry you through long days without blisters or fuss, while still looking effortless.
—Erica Paige, Travel + Leisure, 11 Jan. 2026
The shoes are also designed with non-slip rubber outsoles and jacquard mesh uppers for breathability.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 11 Jan. 2026
The production line is designed for electrode dimensions of up to two metres and is therefore suitable for multi-megawatt electrolyser systems.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 11 Jan. 2026
And problems continue despite the flight cancellations designed to relieve stress on controllers struggling to deal with the shutdown.
—Emma Tucker, CNN Money, 8 Nov. 2025
Artistic director Eddine Noël did much of the research into the time period and the environment of the Kansai region in which the film is set, and built a replica of the house featured in the novel, and the team designed the house with Western furniture to represent the cultural fusion.
—Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 7 Nov. 2025
The TikTok-beloved Dyson Supersonic is designed to protect hair from extreme heat damage and frizz while leaving locks extra smooth and shiny.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 7 Nov. 2025
The real estate partners behind the redevelopment of The Field Building joined CFV to unveil the latest initiative designed to make the LaSalle Corridor and the historic central Loop an international fashion destination.
—Kristin Larson, Footwear News, 7 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for designed
Adjective
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It was knocked away in the end zone and kicked by Nebraska receiver Shevin Wiggins, the intended receiver.—
The Athletic College Football Staff,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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The results can be especially bad if there is bright light behind the intended subject, which produces a silhouette effect.—
Jan Wagner,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
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While the temporary jail facility will not be subject to the city ordinance requiring the standard, the permanent facility that is also planned will be.—
Ben Wheeler,
Kansas City Star,
7 Jan. 2026
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The company has previously stated that its first production vehicle is planned for market entry in 2027.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Jan. 2026
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Officially called the Wage and Tax Statement, IRS Form W-2 is prepared by employers, who are required to send copies to their employees and to the IRS.—
Marley Malenfant,
Austin American Statesman,
9 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Since the boycott, PEN has donated to Palestinian aid organizations, highlighted writers and journalists who have been targeted and killed by Israel, and released a report on the deliberate destruction of Palestinian cultural heritage.—
James Folta,
Literary Hub,
6 Jan. 2026
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Many of these cases were traced back to individuals who would not have passed a more deliberate vetting process.—
Karl W. Bickel,
Baltimore Sun,
6 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Boatyard was founded in 2001 by Dick Franyo, who grew up on the Chesapeake Bay and aimed to celebrate the Bay's culture through his establishment.—
JT Moodee Lockman,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
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Over the past few years, China has conducted numerous exercises aimed at demonstrating its ability to operate around the island, including large-scale multi-service war games that involve land, air, naval, and rocket forces.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Jan. 2026
Verb
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It was organized by the New York Immigration Coalition.—
Ali Bauman,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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Her brother shaved his head alongside her, while friends organized care packages, drove her to sessions and offered constant encouragement.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
7 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The goal is to move all the disks to the last pole with them arranged in the same order—but each disk may only be placed on a larger disk, never on a smaller one.—
Manon Bischoff,
Scientific American,
10 Jan. 2026
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The following month, Acebedo-Garcia arranged the details for the first shipment — 293 kilos.—
Jesse Hyde,
Rolling Stone,
10 Jan. 2026
Verb
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In the 19th century, the British naturalist Alfred Russel Wallace devised his own theory of evolution, independent of Charles Darwin, while visiting the region to research his book, The Malay Archipelago.—
Gisela Williams,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Jan. 2026
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And to that end, the Islamic Republic may have devised a failsafe for itself against popular anger.—
Efrat Lachter,
FOXNews.com,
8 Jan. 2026
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“Designed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/designed. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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