as in listings
a record of a series of items (as names or titles) usually arranged according to some system
we put eggs, sour cream, tomatoes, roast beef, and cheddar cheese on the shopping 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 records
to put (someone or something) on a list
her number isn't listed in the phone book
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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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as in recites
to specify one after another
do I need to list all of the reasons why your idea won't work?
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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
Charlotte Observer, 8 Jan. 2026
Their representations of words or pictures are just long lists of numbers, each indicating the degree of activation of a specific artificial neuron.
—Ben Brubaker, Quanta Magazine, 7 Jan. 2026
The ingredient lists are often questionable, loaded with gums, stabilizers, oils, and added sugars that brands throw in to make their products taste and act like real milk.
—Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 7 Jan. 2026
Washington’s lists figure to be extensive, but here are some of the names that may appear.
—Nicki Jhabvala, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
The series from Reservoir Dogs co-creator Sterlin Harjo made numerous best-of lists from critics (including those at The Hollywood Reporter) and the American Film Institute’s top 10 shows of the year.
—Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 7 Jan. 2026
As fans of Henry’s work know, her blend of swoony love and spicy romance built around compelling characters has rocketed her to the top of the bestseller lists, and fans are eager to see how that might translate to film success.
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 6 Jan. 2026
OpenTable rallied its 2026 wishlist based on other guides, awards and credible lists to compile a comprehension of the best restaurants in the country.
—Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Jan. 2026
There are typically waiting lists for some of the more labor-intensive work, such as the rebuilding of a transmission.
—Daniel Miller, Los Angeles Times, 6 Jan. 2026
Heather Riske, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Jan. 2026
So far, the Abbey's official website lists the bell-ringing schedule for the first half of the year.
—Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
The fundraiser lists Hines as the beneficiary.
—Assistant Editor, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2026
The report lists 11 nonprofits that received about $2 million of the $100 million.
—Ross Palombo, CBS News, 9 Jan. 2026
The Fed's site online lists many locations that stopped taking deposits and filling orders.
—Susan Tompor, Freep.com, 8 Jan. 2026
With a mutually agreed upon price agreement, Cash to Win lists the home through the home sellers’ real estate agent, ideally at fair market value.
—Jeff Lazerson, Oc Register, 8 Jan. 2026
The company appears in Russia’s state commercial register and lists Ilya Bugai as the company’s director.
—Yuliya Talmazan, NBC news, 8 Jan. 2026
The company’s website currently lists three models the AI-THd RV, which is the evolution of the initial eTH concept, the AI-THt trailer, and the AI-THu mobile home.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 7 Jan. 2026
Noun
The bank turned over lists of customers to the FBI without subpoenas, warrants or any legal obligation to do so, according to the complaint.
—Charlotte Observer, 8 Jan. 2026
Their representations of words or pictures are just long lists of numbers, each indicating the degree of activation of a specific artificial neuron.
—Ben Brubaker, Quanta Magazine, 7 Jan. 2026
The ingredient lists are often questionable, loaded with gums, stabilizers, oils, and added sugars that brands throw in to make their products taste and act like real milk.
—Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 7 Jan. 2026
Washington’s lists figure to be extensive, but here are some of the names that may appear.
—Nicki Jhabvala, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
The series from Reservoir Dogs co-creator Sterlin Harjo made numerous best-of lists from critics (including those at The Hollywood Reporter) and the American Film Institute’s top 10 shows of the year.
—Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 7 Jan. 2026
As fans of Henry’s work know, her blend of swoony love and spicy romance built around compelling characters has rocketed her to the top of the bestseller lists, and fans are eager to see how that might translate to film success.
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 6 Jan. 2026
OpenTable rallied its 2026 wishlist based on other guides, awards and credible lists to compile a comprehension of the best restaurants in the country.
—Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Jan. 2026
There are typically waiting lists for some of the more labor-intensive work, such as the rebuilding of a transmission.
—Daniel Miller, Los Angeles Times, 6 Jan. 2026
Verb
One of the comments on Jessie James Decker’s video suggests rolling the cookies in shredded coconut, and my mom’s recipe also lists this as optional.
—Heather Riske, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Jan. 2026
So far, the Abbey's official website lists the bell-ringing schedule for the first half of the year.
—Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
The fundraiser lists Hines as the beneficiary.
—Assistant Editor, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2026
The report lists 11 nonprofits that received about $2 million of the $100 million.
—Ross Palombo, CBS News, 9 Jan. 2026
The Fed's site online lists many locations that stopped taking deposits and filling orders.
—Susan Tompor, Freep.com, 8 Jan. 2026
With a mutually agreed upon price agreement, Cash to Win lists the home through the home sellers’ real estate agent, ideally at fair market value.
—Jeff Lazerson, Oc Register, 8 Jan. 2026
The company appears in Russia’s state commercial register and lists Ilya Bugai as the company’s director.
—Yuliya Talmazan, NBC news, 8 Jan. 2026
The company’s website currently lists three models the AI-THd RV, which is the evolution of the initial eTH concept, the AI-THt trailer, and the AI-THu mobile home.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 7 Jan. 2026
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“Lists.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lists. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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