as in oblique
running in a slanting direction
a graded creek bed, with the creek's center depth being about three feet
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as in classified
to arrange or assign according to type
grade these apples "extra fancy" and those "fancy"
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as in ranked
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 graded
Mitch Bannon, New York Times, 2 Nov. 2025
Beyond those metrics, Rafaela also graded as elite defensively in just about every category measured by Statcast.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 23 Oct. 2025
Each metric was graded on a 100-point scale and weighted accordingly.
—Joe Edwards, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Oct. 2025
Prostate cancers are graded for aggressiveness in the Gleason grading system, which ranges from 6 to 10, with 10 being the most aggressive.
—Emily Hallas, The Washington Examiner, 21 Oct. 2025
While Bain has graded out higher, Mesidor is also among the top edge rushers in college football, and the 1-2 punch on Miami’s defensive line has been critical to their success.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 14 Oct. 2025
None of those cards had been sent in to be evaluated and graded, which is the industry standard for establishing real value and comparisons.
—Mark Billingsley, Sacbee.com, 13 Oct. 2025
Each metric was graded on a 100-point scale, with a score of 100 representing the most favorable conditions for small-city residents.
—Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 6 Oct. 2025
Of course—even if students read less, and do less of their own writing, and skip class more often, and are graded on elevator pitches given to computers—college could remain a stimulating and fun experience.
—Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 30 Sep. 2025
Verb
Giménez graded out, essentially, as a league-average shortstop in the back half of September.
—Mitch Bannon, New York Times, 2 Nov. 2025
Beyond those metrics, Rafaela also graded as elite defensively in just about every category measured by Statcast.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 23 Oct. 2025
Each metric was graded on a 100-point scale and weighted accordingly.
—Joe Edwards, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Oct. 2025
Prostate cancers are graded for aggressiveness in the Gleason grading system, which ranges from 6 to 10, with 10 being the most aggressive.
—Emily Hallas, The Washington Examiner, 21 Oct. 2025
While Bain has graded out higher, Mesidor is also among the top edge rushers in college football, and the 1-2 punch on Miami’s defensive line has been critical to their success.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 14 Oct. 2025
None of those cards had been sent in to be evaluated and graded, which is the industry standard for establishing real value and comparisons.
—Mark Billingsley, Sacbee.com, 13 Oct. 2025
Each metric was graded on a 100-point scale, with a score of 100 representing the most favorable conditions for small-city residents.
—Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 6 Oct. 2025
Of course—even if students read less, and do less of their own writing, and skip class more often, and are graded on elevator pitches given to computers—college could remain a stimulating and fun experience.
—Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 30 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for graded
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Among those players were outside linebacker Princely Umanmielen (originally sidelined with an ankle), center Cade Mays (ankle) and left guard Damien Lewis (oblique).—
Alex Zietlow
November 5,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Nov. 2025
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He was released after the trade deadline but re-signed a minor league deal and was added to the postseason roster after Elias Díaz’s oblique injury.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Forecasters had also considered Sherrill the front-runner—Cook Political Report and Sabato’s Crystal Ball classified the race as Leans Democratic.—
Andrew Stanton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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Composed of elements like proteins, fatty lipids, and sugars, the yeast biomass remaining after alcohol and drug production is typically classified as a byproduct or waste.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Nov. 2025
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Then, amid the noise, athletic director Chris McIntosh jolted the fan base by declaring that Fickell would return in 2026 — even as the Badgers sat 2-6 with an offense ranked 134th of 136 nationally.—
Ira Gorawara,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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Personal services, child care and education ranked at the top for satisfaction.—
Robert Frank,
CNBC,
8 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Their test setup involved a ramp containing sand to simulate sloping dunes on Mars.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Competitive sections for features, documentaries, and shorts each comprise 16 titles, while retrospectives, restorations, and regional premieres are grouped into three out-of-competition strands of 24 films.—
Ben Croll,
Variety,
7 Nov. 2025
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Sixteen years ago, food scientists in Brazil created a new system called Nova, which grouped foods into four ascending health categories based on processing.—
David A. Brenner,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Then too there was a whole other set of incentives.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Nov. 2025
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Hell there was even a cartoon about it.—
Brie Stimson,
FOXNews.com,
7 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Inside, its sloped rooflines, expansive windows, and original stone fireplace made an immediate impression.—
Kristen Flanagan,
Architectural Digest,
25 Sep. 2025
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Snipers set up on a very sloped roof on a suspect barricaded in a motel.—
Harper’s Magazine,
Harpers Magazine,
20 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Available for $695, the sculptural silhouette is distinguished by its super-sharp pointed toe.—
Kelsey Stewart,
Footwear News,
7 Nov. 2025
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The Polar Express’ three seating tiers—coach, deluxe, and first-class—are mainly distinguished by seat type.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Graded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/graded. Accessed 12 Nov. 2025.
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