as in markers
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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Recent Examples of labels
Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 5 Feb. 2026
Twenty-six other states have followed in California’s footsteps with legislation — some signed into law, others still in progress — that would either ban, restrict or require labels for artificial colorants.
—Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 5 Feb. 2026
To explore that possibility, researchers at University College London and Queen Square Analytics set out to look beyond symptoms and clinical labels and focus instead on the biological signals of how MS damages the brain.
—New Atlas, 4 Feb. 2026
At edgy labels like Alexander McQueen, Vaquera, Ann Demeulemeester, and Enfants Riches Déprimés, the military jacket—an early aughts indie sleaze staple—is back by way of details like metallic buttons, shoulder epaulettes, and extra pockets.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 4 Feb. 2026
The general absence of luxury products on the index may be the result of the creative changes labels like Gucci, Chanel, Dior and Balenciaga made last year.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 4 Feb. 2026
Cool-girl labels like Moschino, Khaite, and The Attico took a bolder approach with playful animal prints and exaggerated features.
—Shelby Ying Hyde, Refinery29, 4 Feb. 2026
The Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey changed hands several times before being acquired by Brown-Forman in 1936 and was soon converted to a blend, becoming one of the company’s major whiskey labels.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 4 Feb. 2026
Off the runway, however, Copenhagen’s key labels made sure to show up in alternative ways throughout the week.
—Amy O’Brien, Vogue, 30 Jan. 2026
Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 4 Feb. 2026
Insert the plant labels into the soil near the edge of the container or tray.
—Kerry Michaels, The Spruce, 21 Jan. 2026
The guide labels cryptocurrency payments to international vendors as a gray area with no clear IRS guidance.
—Carrie Brandon Elliot, Forbes.com, 20 Jan. 2026
What the world often labels as civil unrest, Salaam experienced as a community.
—Wakisha Bailey, CBS News, 19 Jan. 2026
What’s the difference between all the date labels on food products?
—Angela Rodriguez, Sacbee.com, 14 Jan. 2026
Beckett labels within slabs will also undergo visual changes — subgrades will remain on the label — and add online imaging to orders.
—Larry Holder, New York Times, 14 Jan. 2026
Modern diet culture isolates it, labels it a failure, and markets the fix.
—Marisa McMillan, Outside, 20 Dec. 2025
The actors came dressed in their finest designer threads, with pieces by Schiaparelli, Oscar de la Renta and other designer labels on the red carpet.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 18 Dec. 2025
Noun
Double-check nutrition labels and ingredient lists to ensure there’s no added salt.
—Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 5 Feb. 2026
Twenty-six other states have followed in California’s footsteps with legislation — some signed into law, others still in progress — that would either ban, restrict or require labels for artificial colorants.
—Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 5 Feb. 2026
To explore that possibility, researchers at University College London and Queen Square Analytics set out to look beyond symptoms and clinical labels and focus instead on the biological signals of how MS damages the brain.
—New Atlas, 4 Feb. 2026
At edgy labels like Alexander McQueen, Vaquera, Ann Demeulemeester, and Enfants Riches Déprimés, the military jacket—an early aughts indie sleaze staple—is back by way of details like metallic buttons, shoulder epaulettes, and extra pockets.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 4 Feb. 2026
The general absence of luxury products on the index may be the result of the creative changes labels like Gucci, Chanel, Dior and Balenciaga made last year.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 4 Feb. 2026
Cool-girl labels like Moschino, Khaite, and The Attico took a bolder approach with playful animal prints and exaggerated features.
—Shelby Ying Hyde, Refinery29, 4 Feb. 2026
The Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey changed hands several times before being acquired by Brown-Forman in 1936 and was soon converted to a blend, becoming one of the company’s major whiskey labels.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 4 Feb. 2026
Off the runway, however, Copenhagen’s key labels made sure to show up in alternative ways throughout the week.
—Amy O’Brien, Vogue, 30 Jan. 2026
Verb
From there, the relationship quickly evolved into something neither of them labels as caregiving or work.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 4 Feb. 2026
Insert the plant labels into the soil near the edge of the container or tray.
—Kerry Michaels, The Spruce, 21 Jan. 2026
The guide labels cryptocurrency payments to international vendors as a gray area with no clear IRS guidance.
—Carrie Brandon Elliot, Forbes.com, 20 Jan. 2026
What the world often labels as civil unrest, Salaam experienced as a community.
—Wakisha Bailey, CBS News, 19 Jan. 2026
What’s the difference between all the date labels on food products?
—Angela Rodriguez, Sacbee.com, 14 Jan. 2026
Beckett labels within slabs will also undergo visual changes — subgrades will remain on the label — and add online imaging to orders.
—Larry Holder, New York Times, 14 Jan. 2026
Modern diet culture isolates it, labels it a failure, and markets the fix.
—Marisa McMillan, Outside, 20 Dec. 2025
The actors came dressed in their finest designer threads, with pieces by Schiaparelli, Oscar de la Renta and other designer labels on the red carpet.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 18 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for labels
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The therapy emerged from Life Bio’s Partial Epigenetic Reprogramming platform, which alters biochemical markers that control gene expression without changing DNA itself.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Feb. 2026
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Several evidence markers were seen placed in the middle of the street.—
Scott Butler,
Florida Times-Union,
4 Feb. 2026
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The announcement marks an expansion of the federal government’s investigation into the matter.—
Alaa Elassar,
CNN Money,
2 Feb. 2026
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The song of the year nomination marks the first time a K-pop group’s song has been nominated in the general field.—
Nicole Fell,
HollywoodReporter,
1 Feb. 2026
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The suit names Raising Cane’s, the driver of the pickup truck and others connected to the vehicle involved.—
Dante Motley,
Austin American Statesman,
22 Jan. 2026
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Lakeland Preparatory School names a new principal.—
Mark Russell,
Memphis Commercial Appeal,
17 Jan. 2026
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In Santa Cruz, researchers and conservationists also deployed ultralight radio tags to better understand how butterflies move between overwintering groves, information that could help improve how overwintering habitat is managed.—
Meg Tanaka,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Jan. 2026
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Like the Parachute percale sheets, these have no directional tags.—
Brandi Fuller,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 Jan. 2026
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Instead of carrying the chip’s features as a pattern of light, this machine literally stamps them onto the silicon.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
30 Dec. 2025
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Arriaga’s version simultaneously pays graceful homage to Fender’s original, while, like the rest of the songs on the album, Arriaga stamps every lyric and message with his unique artistry and warm, welcoming vocal tone.—
Jessica Nicholson,
Billboard,
3 Nov. 2025
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Both titles hail from directors with whom Hawke has maintained a strong relationship.—
Nick Romano,
Entertainment Weekly,
17 Oct. 2025
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In a keynote interview yesterday at MIPCOM, Le Goy was bullish about his studio’s chances of tapping into the growing demand for anime and games, titles thanks to its ownership of streamer Crunchyroll and its sister games biz, Sony Playstation.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
14 Oct. 2025
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The Tickets MilanoCortina2026 ticketing app also has a resale platform where fans can buy or sell tickets or transfer them to different attendees.—
Michelle Bruton,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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And to celebrate Santana’s achievement, a friend purchased tickets for the annual Astroworld Festival at NRG Park in Houston, Texas.—
Lou Ponsi,
Oc Register,
26 Jan. 2026
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Garamendi said the tools exist for Lara, who terms out of office next year, to ensure policyholders are paid in a timely manner.—
Nicole Nixon,
Sacbee.com,
17 Dec. 2025
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Regrettably, no one terms the incident a Mass murder.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
11 Dec. 2025
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“Labels.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/labels. Accessed 9 Feb. 2026.
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