Thesaurus results for LABEL

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noun

ˈlā-bəl

Definition of label

as in tag

a slip (as of paper or cloth) that is attached to something to identify or describe it on its frame the painting had a label with its title and the name of the artist

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verb

as in to mark

to attach an identifying slip to he labeled all of the poisonous materials with the familiar skull and crossbones

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as in to name

to give a name to the dictionary labels some words "archaic"

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Recent Examples of label

Noun

For marketing teams, the question has shifted from whether AI imagery is cheaper to which images can afford a label. — Gabriel Alin Zainescu, Forbes.com, 25 July 2026 Plant the rhizomes in a good potting soil, keep moist and apply a slow-release fertilizer for container plantings following label instructions. — Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 July 2026

Verb

The project hopes to transform a former asphalt site on Oakton Street into a brand new community park labeled Channelside Park South. — Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 25 July 2026 New laws relating to the volume commercials can be played, how food items are labeled in stores and listed on menus and school phone policies are all set to take effect. — Leeann Weintraub, Oc Register, 25 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for label

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Noun

This luggage customization kit includes two comfort handle grips, six zipper pullers, a carry pouch, and an ID tag, all designed to elevate your current suitcase.

— Destinee Scott, Travel + Leisure, 29 July 2026
Malls that mix stores with food, drinks, and activities like arcades and laser tag give young shoppers a backdrop to spend hours together while chasing the latest fashion finds.

— Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 July 2026

Definition of tag

Verb

The vacation marks another public meeting for Aniston and Cox, who have remained close since Friends wrapped in 2004.

— Angelique Brenes, PEOPLE, 30 July 2026
The club is poised to mark the milestone in style, courtesy of Dean and Dan Caten, who will exclusively design formalwear and casual uniforms for the men’s and women’s first-team players, along with coaches and staff, to be unveiled later this year.

— Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 29 July 2026

Definition of mark

Verb

Steve has traveled around the world digging up dinosaurs and, working with many international colleagues, has named more than 15 new species, including the tyrannosaur 'Pinocchio rex' (Qianzhousaurus) and the raptor Zhenyuanlong.

— Big Think, Big Think, 31 July 2026
Worth said the total restoration cost has not yet been determined but that there are several non-city funding sources available to pay for the restoration, including the sale of historic tax credits, as well as naming rights.

— Tess Riski July 31, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026

Definition of name

Noun

The clearest marker of that shift was FIFA's decision to formalize creator access at all.

— Olivia Shalhoup, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
With Prince George beginning at Eton College, a refined, suited style may become the clearest marker of his transition into his teenage years.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 27 July 2026

Definition of marker

Verb

These gifts work because the personalization is functional and discreet, not a logo stamped onto an ordinary object.

— Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 25 July 2026
Briceno loves it for looks that need to feel fluid rather than stamped onto the eye, recommending MAC Liquidlast 24-Hour Waterproof Liner for liner that stays crisp and intact for hours.

— Marci Robin, Allure, 24 July 2026

Definition of stamp

Verb

Johnny then becomes bonded to a supernatural demon called the Spirit of Vengeance and is able to transform into a flaming, skeletal biker.

— Jordan Moreau, Variety, 26 July 2026
Josh Smead runs an architecture business called Liberty Design Development with his wife and hails from Liberty.

— Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 26 July 2026

Definition of call

Noun

Those are the astronomical odds a Powerball ticket buyer will need to overcome to win the jackpot prize.

— Siladitya Ray, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026
Sales have been brisk for state lottery games after a brief period where inflation apparently caused consumers to dial back purchases of scratch-off tickets.

— Jim Turner, Miami Herald, 30 July 2026

Definition of ticket

Verb

The latter two heat waves have been caused by a thick ridge of high pressure — dubbed a heat dome by the weather service — that has wielded influence for weeks.

— Rick Hurd, Mercury News, 24 July 2026
Season four will follow that trend and has been dubbed Queen of the Damned.

— Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 24 July 2026

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