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as in type
one of the units into which a whole is divided on the basis of a common characteristic
there are various grades of wool to consider when selecting a fabric
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as in standard
something set up as an example against which others of the same type are compared
that painting just doesn't make the grade
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as in slope
the degree to which something rises up from a position level with the horizon
the hill rises at a seven percent grade
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as in to rank
to arrange or assign according to type
grade these apples "extra fancy" and those "fancy"
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as in to be
to take or have a certain position within a group arranged in vertical classes
believe it or not, that music grades pretty high with young teens
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Recent Examples of grade
Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 19 Sep. 2025
The high school senior transferred from a neighboring district with only 28 students in pre-k through 12th grade.
—Carlos Morales, NPR, 19 Sep. 2025
Robert F. Moss, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2025
About half of the teachers said their school or district had adopted one or more equity-grading practices, and most teachers said these were harmful.
—Steve Forbes, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
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Verb
The truth is, today’s best nutricosmetics are built on pharma-grade processes and subjected to clinical trials published in high-credibility scientific journals.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 19 Sep. 2025
The high school senior transferred from a neighboring district with only 28 students in pre-k through 12th grade.
—Carlos Morales, NPR, 19 Sep. 2025
Adjective
There are no score sheets or empirical grading systems employed.
—Robert F. Moss, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2025
About half of the teachers said their school or district had adopted one or more equity-grading practices, and most teachers said these were harmful.
—Steve Forbes, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for grade
Noun
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Even a basic and small telescope, such as a 2-inch refractor, can get you a glimpse of the rings.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
20 Sep. 2025
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Most notable interior change is a 27-inch OLED display incorporating gauges and infotainment controls.—
Mark Phelan,
USA Today,
20 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Since starting Fulham’s season opener against Brighton & Hove Albion after a strong pre-season, King has become a key contributor to the side’s shape-shifting on the pitch with his relentless work-rate and clever movement out of possession, and tidiness with the ball.—
Anantaajith Raghuraman,
New York Times,
22 Sep. 2025
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The widespread violations of EMTALA by psychiatric hospitals — and the lack of enforcement — come even as America’s mental health crisis is reaching a fever pitch, with suicide rates near record highs.—
ProPublica,
ProPublica,
22 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The backlash was swift, with figures like Senator Ted Cruz condemning the remarks and FCC Chair Brendan Carr threatening to scrutinize ABC’s broadcast standards.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Sep. 2025
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Refereeing standards in general.—
Nick Miller,
New York Times,
24 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Hop aboard the chairlift for a scenic ride into the canopy, whisk down the slopes on a mountain bike, or sit by the campfire to warm up on those cool fall nights.—
Dave Parfitt,
USA Today,
23 Sep. 2025
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Lines are more sleek, the front grille and hood point are smoother, and the fastback-style rear has a longer slope.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
23 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Mohit Suri’s directorial Saiyaara ranked on top of the list while Manoj Bajpayee’s Inspector Zende ranked on the third slot.—
Sweta Kaushal,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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Geomagnetic storms are classified using a G-scale, which ranks their intensity from G1 (minor) to G5 (extreme).—
Daisy Dobrijevic,
Space.com,
17 Sep. 2025
Verb
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There are 4,550 spaces allocated for residents, 2,100 spaces for entertainment center visitors and 390 spaces for store and restaurant patrons.—
Jennifer Van Grove,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Sep. 2025
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Now there are three locations (the newest in the Berryessa area near BART), and their first stand at Levi’s Stadium.—
Linda Zavoral,
Mercury News,
23 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Head-turning hybrid fuel economy numbers are expected.—
Mark Phelan,
USA Today,
20 Sep. 2025
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The Russian incursions into NATO airspace builds on a years-long hybrid warfare against countries in the alliance, defined by acts of sabotage, cyberattacks, destruction of infrastructure and attacks on individuals.—
Laura Kelly,
The Hill,
19 Sep. 2025
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The organization netted $85 million in annual revenue last year, reaching 3,350 chapters (850 college, 2,500 high school), and 700,000 members.—
Lily Mae Lazarus,
Fortune,
20 Sep. 2025
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Kirk was fatally shot last week while addressing an event hosted by the Turning Point chapter at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah.—
Stepheny Price , Ashley Papa , Michael Ruiz,
FOXNews.com,
20 Sep. 2025
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“Grade.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grade. Accessed 25 Sep. 2025.
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