as in to dedicate
to keep or intend for a special purpose
the earnings from my second job have been earmarked for a down payment on a car
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Recent Examples of earmark
Bloomberg, Mercury News, 9 Sep. 2025
Season 1 of Irish Blood focuses on Fiona Fox (Silverstone), whose path in life is earmarked by her father, who seemingly abandoned her and her mother on her tenth birthday.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 8 Sep. 2025
Just a day before Amtrak unveiled its new Acela trains, his department withdrew another $175 million earmarked for California rail projects.
—Ben Jones, CNN Money, 8 Sep. 2025
Hiatt, who had failed twice before to bring in funds for these farmers, tried again in 2019, this time banking their hopes on the emergency aid Congress had earmarked for the program.
—Molly Parker, ProPublica, 4 Sep. 2025
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Noun
Between $80 million and $200 million of state funds would likely be earmarked for routine maintenance work, although the terms of the arrangement could be subject to change, the people said.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 9 Sep. 2025
Season 1 of Irish Blood focuses on Fiona Fox (Silverstone), whose path in life is earmarked by her father, who seemingly abandoned her and her mother on her tenth birthday.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 8 Sep. 2025
Just a day before Amtrak unveiled its new Acela trains, his department withdrew another $175 million earmarked for California rail projects.
—Ben Jones, CNN Money, 8 Sep. 2025
Hiatt, who had failed twice before to bring in funds for these farmers, tried again in 2019, this time banking their hopes on the emergency aid Congress had earmarked for the program.
—Molly Parker, ProPublica, 4 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for earmark
Verb
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Kirk’s zeal caught the attention of Bill Montgomery, a businessman and Tea Party activist, who urged him to forgo college and dedicate himself fully to political organizing.—
Eric Cortellessa,
Time,
11 Sep. 2025
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The architecture of the building, which was dedicated in 1973 and designated as a National Shrine in 2000, also holds meaning.—
Lauren Costantino,
Miami Herald,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Both Nomad bikes are perfectly capable analog bikes in their own right, a rare attribute in a market obsessed with offering ever more speed and range.—
William Roberson,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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Foster self-acceptance by regularly affirming your son’s inherent value, and the value of other young men, irrespective of any kind of achievements, characteristics, and physical attributes.—
Ashleigh N. DeLuca,
Parents,
16 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Budd, a Democrat representing House District 103 in south Mecklenburg County, outlined a four-part plan during a news conference Monday that would devote more resources toward law enforcement, courts and state health care infrastructure.—
Nick Sullivan,
Charlotte Observer,
16 Sep. 2025
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Courtney has devoted her career to fighting for individuals in high-stakes disputes against financial institutions, achieving landmark victories.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
16 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The 2025 Ford Explorer’s welcome new features add function to an already good midsize SUV.—
Mark Phelan,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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His killing could become not just a tragedy but a catalyst—an event that radicalizes ever more Americans, less an aberration than a feature of our increasingly perilous national politics.—
Eric Cortellessa,
Time,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Her efforts saved the animal’s life and landed her in her hometown newspaper, The Mountain Eagle, which was the first to write about the dramatic rescue and resuscitation.—
Michael Collins,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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These annual gifts can also reduce the size of your taxable estate, saving more of your lifetime exemption for future inheritances.—
Nathalie Goldstein,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Winning a fourth straight is the kind of stamp Lyles wants on his legacy.—
Marcus Thompson II,
New York Times,
15 Sep. 2025
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As traditional passport stamps begin to phase out and become less common, the Amex Travel App introduces virtual badges and passport stamps that commemmorate different trips and travel achievement.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Sep. 2025
Noun
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These characteristics make the merger an almost exact replica of that first, groundbreaking detection from 10 years ago, according to Isi.—
Jacopo Prisco,
CNN Money,
11 Sep. 2025
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Our panel said the leading characteristic of this fish is its robust, punchy flavor and emphasized the anchovies should have a balance of salt and umami.—
Bon Appétit,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The bill will force cities in large counties in the state to allow projects on properties within one-half mile of certain transit stops, even on land that is not zoned for residential use, or face a fine for violating state law.—
Stephen Hobbs,
Sacbee.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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The Freedom Tower was closed in 2023 to begin the undertaking of the property, which is designated a National Historic Landmark.—
Michelle F. Solomon,
Miami Herald,
13 Sep. 2025
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“Earmark.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/earmark. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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