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plural of list

lists

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noun (2)

plural of list
as in tips
the act of positioning or an instance of being positioned at an angle the extreme list of the racing yacht made it hard for the untried crew to keep their balance

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lists

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noun (3)

plural of list
as in strips
a long narrow piece of material shave a thin list from the side of the board

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lists

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verb (1)

present tense third-person singular of list
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as in inventories
to make a list of the coach listed the people on the team

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as in enrolls
to add (a person) to a list or roll as a participant or member our grandfather is listed among the war dead honored by the memorial

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lists

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verb (2)

present tense third-person singular of list
as in tilts
to set or cause to be at an angle the sudden shift of the load in the hull listed the ship badly

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Recent Examples of lists
Noun
Players on reserve lists include Micah Parsons (knee), tight end Luke Musgrave (neck), running back Chris Brooks (hamstring), long snapper Matt Orzech (calf), and defensive tackles Javon Hargrave (knee) and Jordon Reilly (Achilles). Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2026 Florida has dozens of native animals on the federal and state endangered species lists, including the Florida panther, West Indian manatee, Smalltooth sawfish, Hawksbill sea turtle and the Everglades snail kite. Miami Herald, 7 Aug. 2026 Rather than relying on a small number of large prime contractors for all parts, the Navy and other services have broadened their qualified supplier lists. Aditya Jadhav, Interesting Engineering, 7 Aug. 2026 A number of states have turned over publicly available versions of their voter rolls, but have declined to provide their complete lists. Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026 Beyond the official count Ukraine’s Bring Kids Back UA, the official tracker of abducted children, lists over 20,000 possible cases of forcible deportation and transfer of children by Russia. Thom Reilly, The Conversation, 6 Aug. 2026 Some of the world's most popular automakers use long lists of standard features to create a competitive edge against rivals. Charles Singh, USA Today, 6 Aug. 2026 The resulting tab lists all exposed data from the site, along with a description of how it was exposed. Neil J. Rubenking, PC Magazine, 5 Aug. 2026 National ranking lists released this year from Holidu, USA Today and Midwest Living show which markets shoppers, critics and travel editors keep returning to. Lauren Schuster, Sacbee.com, 5 Aug. 2026
Verb
The largest, Lithia Motors, lists 466 dealerships under its control. Sean Tucker, AJC.com, 7 Aug. 2026 Missouri claims to lead the Border War 58-54-9, while Kansas lists Mizzou’s lead at 57-55-9. Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 7 Aug. 2026 Also be wary of a proprietary blend that lists no per-ingredient amounts. Jesse M. Pines, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026 The product information also lists autonomous wireless charging. Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 6 Aug. 2026 As of Thursday morning, Cal Fire lists the Gann Fire at 10,373 acres and 26% contained. Cecilio Padilla, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026 The Instagram post lists the Roseville location as 1913 Douglas Blvd. Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 6 Aug. 2026 The company now lists just over 200 broker sites that Aura can automatically remove you from. Neil J. Rubenking, PC Magazine, 5 Aug. 2026 Blair, whose IMDb site lists dozens of movies and television shows dating back to 1968, founded her foundation in 2003 to rehabilitate and rescue abandoned and abused animals. Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 5 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lists
Noun
  • Suddenly, listings could reach far beyond the local neighborhood, nudging open the door to what had long been a niche corner of second-hand shopping.
    Zoey Goto, Architectural Digest, 7 Aug. 2026
  • The Miami metro area has a significant shortage of affordable listings for many of those looking to buy houses.
    Sarah Perkel, USA Today, 7 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Use our verified Ray-Ban promo codes and tips to save up to 50% off frames, lenses, and clearance.
    Jessica Sulima, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Aug. 2026
  • To limit heat stress and help your grass maximize its available resources, follow these 9 expert tips during a heat wave.
    Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • The Baconator is made with two beef patties, six strips of bacon, two slices of American cheese, ketchup and mayonnaise on a toasted bun.
    Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 3 Aug. 2026
  • In February, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport switched to electronic flight strips.
    Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 1 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • About 20% of the Constitution itemizes things that the federal and state governments may not do.
    Steve H. Hanke, Fortune, 1 July 2026
  • If one spouse itemizes deductions, the other must also itemize.
    Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Muse Code also uses a local event log that records model calls, tool runs, approvals, and edits.
    Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 5 Aug. 2026
  • The website of the United Nations records the country by its new name, noting the government had requested it be changed in June.
    ABC News, ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Alum Rock Union enrolls less than half of the students of its peak years in the early 2000s, and a $20-million budget shortfall in the 2024-25 school year resulted in multiple school closures and consolidations.
    Kate Sequeira, Los Angeles Times, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Attracted by low premiums and supplemental benefits, Medicare Advantage now enrolls more than 54% of the Medicare-eligible population.
    Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Dodd recites it from memory in Wolverine’s voice with a growl.
    Carlos Aguilar, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026
  • Nadal, with a wink, recites the various physical tics involved in his serving routine.
    Ava Wallace, New York Times, 29 May 2026
Verb
  • The equatorial mount tilts to match Earth’s axis, allowing smooth tracking by turning two cables instead of pushing the tube constantly.
    Damian Peach, Space.com, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Then, as the sphere travels toward the hitter, the ball suddenly tilts toward 3 o'clock.
    Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 31 July 2026

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