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
The Goldman report maps out what world models actually look like in practice—and identifies two distinct but related tracks.
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Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 23 Apr. 2026
McCasland had overseen classified aerospace research at a laboratory that UFO lore identifies as the secret site of debris from the 1947 crash.
—Dan Adler, Vanity Fair, 22 Apr. 2026
The system, developed by researchers from the Swiss Federal Technology Institute of Lausanne (EPFL) and Idiap Research Institute, generates a point-cloud map of an object and identifies key surface reference points, creating a smooth, task-aware representation regardless of shape or size.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 22 Apr. 2026
In South Africa the Singita Lowveld Trust and AndBeyond’s Wild Impact teamed up to launch the Hustle Economy, a program that identifies and mentors community members with micro-enterprises such as spaza shops, hair-care services, jewelry retail, and informal eateries.
—Jen Murphy, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Apr. 2026
Users can photograph a wine label, after which the system identifies the bottle and configures the cooling settings accordingly.
—New Atlas, 20 Apr. 2026
Mia’s brother identifies as a targeted individual.
—Myrna Petlicki, Chicago Tribune, 20 Apr. 2026
Also included in the documents is audio of a 911 call made by Mortensen's roommate, who identifies himself as Cru Eaton.
—Samantha Cookinham, NBC news, 17 Apr. 2026
That includes the more than 40% of Adams County’s population that identifies as Latino — a group that until recently was less likely than others to engage in fitness and hiking, according to the Hispanic Access Foundation and Nature Conservancy.
—John Wenzel, Denver Post, 17 Apr. 2026
Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 23 Apr. 2026
McCasland had overseen classified aerospace research at a laboratory that UFO lore identifies as the secret site of debris from the 1947 crash.
—Dan Adler, Vanity Fair, 22 Apr. 2026
The system, developed by researchers from the Swiss Federal Technology Institute of Lausanne (EPFL) and Idiap Research Institute, generates a point-cloud map of an object and identifies key surface reference points, creating a smooth, task-aware representation regardless of shape or size.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 22 Apr. 2026
In South Africa the Singita Lowveld Trust and AndBeyond’s Wild Impact teamed up to launch the Hustle Economy, a program that identifies and mentors community members with micro-enterprises such as spaza shops, hair-care services, jewelry retail, and informal eateries.
—Jen Murphy, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Apr. 2026
Users can photograph a wine label, after which the system identifies the bottle and configures the cooling settings accordingly.
—New Atlas, 20 Apr. 2026
Mia’s brother identifies as a targeted individual.
—Myrna Petlicki, Chicago Tribune, 20 Apr. 2026
Also included in the documents is audio of a 911 call made by Mortensen's roommate, who identifies himself as Cru Eaton.
—Samantha Cookinham, NBC news, 17 Apr. 2026
That includes the more than 40% of Adams County’s population that identifies as Latino — a group that until recently was less likely than others to engage in fitness and hiking, according to the Hispanic Access Foundation and Nature Conservancy.
—John Wenzel, Denver Post, 17 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for identifies
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What distinguishes the material is its pronounced fluorescence.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
23 Apr. 2026
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The release also distinguishes between an electric bikes, which have three classes, and an electric motorcycle, saying that the determination comes down to motor strength and speed.—
Mason Leib,
ABC News,
23 Apr. 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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The city’s ShotSpotter system is a network of sound-detection sensors that pinpoints the location of gunshots and sends alerts to police.—
Shelly Bradbury,
Denver Post,
15 Apr. 2026
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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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This correlates with Korean beauty’s emphasis on healthy skin.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
16 Apr. 2026
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National data found each home lost to climate disasters per 10,000 people correlates with a 1 percentage point increase in homelessness.—
Meg Tanaka,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Apr. 2026
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Johnson finds a disturbing manuscript raising questions about the author’s mental state.—
Sean Joseph OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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From glossy flagships and chaotic Don Quijote megastores (also known as Donki) to drugstores like Matsumoto Kiyoshi and Cocokara Fine, Japan is full of great beauty finds.—
Anita Bhagwandas,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Apr. 2026
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Every room connects to the outdoor wraparound patio.—
Sandra Barrera,
Oc Register,
25 Apr. 2026
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The real luxury here is how effortlessly the hotel connects you to the best of Santa Barbara.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Apr. 2026
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Where Wiseman locates emotion is in the use of the camera, the shifts in filmmaking style, especially as the movie, for a brief moment, flips to color.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
24 Apr. 2026
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Chaffee County Anyone who locates any items believed to belong to Sites, or has any information about his whereabouts, is asked to please leave the items untouched and call Chaffee County Dispatch at 719-539-2596.—
Jennifer McRae,
CBS News,
23 Apr. 2026
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Lewkowitz pushed back against the traditional value proposition that equates value with the lowest possible price.—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
Footwear News,
27 Apr. 2026
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Sara Aparacio, a resident cleaning expert at Homeaglow, equates scrubbing an appliance with an abrasive sponge to rubbing it with very fine sandpaper.—
Maria Sabella,
The Spruce,
11 Apr. 2026
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“Identifies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/identifies. Accessed 30 Apr. 2026.
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