1
as in distinguishes
to find out or establish the identity of
sufficient forensic evidence to allow investigators to identify the perpetrator
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2
as in associates
to think of (something) in combination
for some reason, he always identified the color red with flowers
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Recent Examples of identifies
Utah also has more members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS) than, well, anywhere else in the United States; approximately 42% of the state’s population identifies as Mormon.
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Elizabeth Gulino, Allure, 26 Mar. 2026
Official Music Recognition, on the other hand, is a Shazam-like feature that identifies songs for you.
—Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 25 Mar. 2026
The study identifies electrochemical reactions driven by high current as a critical factor.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 25 Mar. 2026
The university prominently identifies a contact for media inquiries on the website, but that person did not reply to any of my questions about the outbreak.
—Deidre McPhillips, CNN Money, 23 Mar. 2026
Burnight identifies four components.
—Helen Dennis, Daily News, 22 Mar. 2026
While his name is redacted in the interview, an email sent days later identifies the complainant as officer Michael Kearins, and a subpoena for Kearins by OIG agents is included in the files.
—Julie K. Brown, Miami Herald, 21 Mar. 2026
Wilson, its most prominent leader, identifies as a Christian nationalist and preached at the Pentagon in February at Hegseth’s invitation.
—Tiffany Stanley, Los Angeles Times, 20 Mar. 2026
By analyzing a single image, Billy AI identifies the wear patterns of a garment and converts them into a laser-ready design in minutes.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 16 Mar. 2026
Elizabeth Gulino, Allure, 26 Mar. 2026
Official Music Recognition, on the other hand, is a Shazam-like feature that identifies songs for you.
—Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 25 Mar. 2026
The study identifies electrochemical reactions driven by high current as a critical factor.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 25 Mar. 2026
The university prominently identifies a contact for media inquiries on the website, but that person did not reply to any of my questions about the outbreak.
—Deidre McPhillips, CNN Money, 23 Mar. 2026
Burnight identifies four components.
—Helen Dennis, Daily News, 22 Mar. 2026
While his name is redacted in the interview, an email sent days later identifies the complainant as officer Michael Kearins, and a subpoena for Kearins by OIG agents is included in the files.
—Julie K. Brown, Miami Herald, 21 Mar. 2026
Wilson, its most prominent leader, identifies as a Christian nationalist and preached at the Pentagon in February at Hegseth’s invitation.
—Tiffany Stanley, Los Angeles Times, 20 Mar. 2026
By analyzing a single image, Billy AI identifies the wear patterns of a garment and converts them into a laser-ready design in minutes.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 16 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for identifies
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Nothing much right now distinguishes us from the third world.—
Joe Soucheray,
Twin Cities,
28 Mar. 2026
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But what distinguishes Hers hair growth from other treatments?—
Rebecca Strong,
USA Today,
25 Mar. 2026
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Greene’s heart-to-heart media tour has been jarring liberals and anyone else who associates her with conspiratorial beliefs and outrageous comments.—
Erin Mansfield,
USA Today,
21 Nov. 2025
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Everyone associates that with us.—
Stephanie McNeal,
Glamour,
8 Oct. 2025
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Smith correctly pinpoints the inception of consumer-grade technology and the rise of punk rock in New York as reasons for public access’ cult-like success.—
Vikram Murthi,
IndieWire,
24 Jan. 2026
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Martin pinpoints a crucial scene just over halfway through the season.—
Stewart Clarke,
Deadline,
12 Oct. 2025
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Jeffery’s lab studies the ageing retina, in which functional decline correlates with mitochondrial deterioration.—
Lynne Peeples,
Scientific American,
26 Mar. 2026
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Which correlates to a decline in the number of students concentrating and majoring in Black Studies.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
20 Mar. 2026
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Loose, gestural ink drawings sit alongside still lifes of treasured objects, flea market finds are arranged like miniature stage sets, and candid snapshots of her Milan existence are collaged with painterly abandon.—
Lilah Ramzi,
Vogue,
24 Mar. 2026
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For her part, Alesia finds Daisy, who is up to here with being made to play principal while managing these two.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
24 Mar. 2026
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The Northeast Passage connects Europe and Asia along the northern shores of Russia.—
Lori Ann LaRocco,
CNBC,
28 Mar. 2026
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Its features include a 1,200-square-foot cabana, which connects to the mansion via a private underground tunnel, and a 150-foot dock extending from the lawn.—
Megan Vaz,
Sun Sentinel,
27 Mar. 2026
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When the user connects their smartphone, the app presents a 3D visualization on the phone screen that points out faults, locates problems, identifies the necessary tools to fix them, and provides step-by-step repair instructions.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
4 Mar. 2026
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Now, lawmakers are looking to add that language back in, but this time with a requirement that a referendum be held before a casino locates to the area.—
Kaitlin Lange,
IndyStar,
27 Feb. 2026
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In a world that often equates growth with success, his model suggests another path.—
K. H. Koehler,
USA Today,
4 Mar. 2026
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While some might say that was a sign of progress, Roby equates it as to losing a dear friend.—
Rick Cantu,
Austin American Statesman,
25 Feb. 2026
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“Identifies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/identifies. Accessed 30 Mar. 2026.
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