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as in found
to find out or establish the identity of
sufficient forensic evidence to allow investigators to identify the perpetrator
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as in associated
to think of (something) in combination
for some reason, he always identified the color red with flowers
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Recent Examples of identified
Michael Dorgan, FOXNews.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Exeter is currently listed on Dundon Capital’s website as part of its portfolio, and a 2022 news release from Exeter identified Dundon as chairman of the board.
—Tony Schick, ProPublica, 3 Oct. 2025
The Grand Blanc Township Police Department initially reported that officers found the shooter — identified by law enforcement as Sanford — after eight minutes.
—Kristen Jordan Shamus, Freep.com, 3 Oct. 2025
The study also identified PET, PS (polystyrene), and PVC as the most prevalent types in coastal regions.
—Miguel A. Torres, Time, 3 Oct. 2025
The new species was identified by its call, body size, texture, body proportions, skeleton, coloring and other subtle physical features, the study said.
—Aspen Pflughoeft, Miami Herald, 3 Oct. 2025
Alejandra and Alexander, a couple who also want to be identified only by first names, snagged the last one.
—Teri Schultz, NPR, 3 Oct. 2025
Kroger warns that these products may contain Listeria monocytogenes, which has been identified in a number of products across multiple grocery store chains, including seafood and meat products in addition to the pasta products Kroger recently identified.
—Peter Aitken, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
Court records identified the man as a police officer.
—Gillian Stawiszynski, Cincinnati Enquirer, 3 Oct. 2025
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The suspect behind the deadly car and knife terror attack outside a synagogue in Manchester in the United Kingdom on Thursday has been identified by police as Jihad Al-Shamie, a 35-year-old British citizen of Syrian descent.
—Michael Dorgan, FOXNews.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Exeter is currently listed on Dundon Capital’s website as part of its portfolio, and a 2022 news release from Exeter identified Dundon as chairman of the board.
—Tony Schick, ProPublica, 3 Oct. 2025
The Grand Blanc Township Police Department initially reported that officers found the shooter — identified by law enforcement as Sanford — after eight minutes.
—Kristen Jordan Shamus, Freep.com, 3 Oct. 2025
The study also identified PET, PS (polystyrene), and PVC as the most prevalent types in coastal regions.
—Miguel A. Torres, Time, 3 Oct. 2025
The new species was identified by its call, body size, texture, body proportions, skeleton, coloring and other subtle physical features, the study said.
—Aspen Pflughoeft, Miami Herald, 3 Oct. 2025
Alejandra and Alexander, a couple who also want to be identified only by first names, snagged the last one.
—Teri Schultz, NPR, 3 Oct. 2025
Kroger warns that these products may contain Listeria monocytogenes, which has been identified in a number of products across multiple grocery store chains, including seafood and meat products in addition to the pasta products Kroger recently identified.
—Peter Aitken, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
Court records identified the man as a police officer.
—Gillian Stawiszynski, Cincinnati Enquirer, 3 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for identified
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According to its website, the popular pizza chain, which was founded in 1971, operates 61 restaurants in Illinois, six in Indiana, two in Indiana and two in Wisconsin.—
Kelli Arseneau,
jsonline.com,
7 Oct. 2025
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Unrivaled was co-founded by WNBA players Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart.—
William Earl,
Variety,
7 Oct. 2025
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Once primarily associated with suits and boardroom attire, the slim trouser took on a more seductive and idiosyncratic attitude this season on the runways of trendsetting brands like Prada, Dries Van Noten, and Khaite.—
Christina Holevas,
Vogue,
1 Oct. 2025
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Corse, 80, is a pioneering artist associated with the Light and Space movement, noted for her work in painting.—
Ryma Chikhoune,
Footwear News,
1 Oct. 2025
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For a couple that's snagged an invite to Anna Wintour's prestigious sartorial event more times than most, the rapper effortlessly pinpointed one of his favorite looks worn by his longtime partner in the 11 years that she's attended.—
Skyler Caruso,
PEOPLE,
24 Sep. 2025
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The deal comes with its first project already pinpointed.—
Borys Kit,
HollywoodReporter,
24 Sep. 2025
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These rare steroids were linked to ancient sponges, but the findings sparked debate, with some suggesting alternative origins, including non-biological processes.—
Maria Azzurra Volpe,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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Fruiting bodies contain higher concentrations of bioactive compounds like hericenones, erinacines, and beta-glucans, all of which are linked to benefits like brain and immune health.—
Brianna Peters,
Vogue,
1 Oct. 2025
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Researchers trained a small group of foragers to visit a feeder located north of a hive along a gravel road.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Oct. 2025
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Investigators later located a shooting scene outside the restaurant, per police.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
6 Oct. 2025
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La Niña years have historically correlated with dry weather in California, but hotter conditions can also mean that precipitation arrives in the form of stronger, potentially hazardous storms, amplifying flood risks.—
Anna Skinner,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Oct. 2025
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Prior psychological research has shown that openness is frequently correlated with higher levels of giving.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
25 Sep. 2025
Verb
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All three women distinguished themselves.—
Jeffrey Kluger,
Time,
1 Oct. 2025
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Using advanced genomic and bioinformatic techniques, the team distinguished microbes that were lifelong companions inside the mammoth, and the ones that showed up later, after death.—
Pranjal Malewar,
New Atlas,
30 Sep. 2025
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Guerrero, in the first inning, connected for a towering fly ball to left field.—
Mitch Bannon,
New York Times,
5 Oct. 2025
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Over the years, Ludwinski said she’s connected with people at Zingerman’s who helped with questions about business challenges.—
Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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“Identified.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/identified. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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