1
as in recording
to make a written note of
the station captain logged the arrest and then left for home
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2
as in achieving
to obtain (as a goal) through effort
an actor who has logged a record number of Academy Award nominations in the course of her career
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Recent Examples of logging
The outfielder, 29, earned a call-up in August with the Los Angeles Dodgers and was used largely as a defensive replacement, logging only two at-bats in 18 regular-season game appearances.
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Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 7 Mar. 2026
For instance, not enough businesses insist on multi-factor authentication for logging into company computers, with authentication on a separate device being one of the requirements.
—Don Aviv, Time, 7 Mar. 2026
For some runners, logging miles every single day feels like the ultimate badge of dedication.
—Ciara Lucas, SELF, 6 Mar. 2026
Lue praised Mathurin’s effort in logging 23 points on 8-of-11 shooting against the Pacers, his fourth game of at least 20 points as a Clipper.
—Janis Carr, Oc Register, 5 Mar. 2026
Hubpay said that customers may experience issues logging into the app while disruptions continued on Monday.
—Kai Nicol-Schwarz,emma Graham, CNBC, 3 Mar. 2026
Now girls are logging 30 matches a season, constantly honing their skills and gaining strength – a prerequisite to merely keep pace with their contemporaries.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 2 Mar. 2026
Just after my first stint as a tree-sitter, in April, logging in the area was halted until August.
—Robert Moor, New Yorker, 2 Mar. 2026
Gwath, after logging just five minutes in the previous game at Colorado State, was inserted into the starting lineup alongside Harrington.
—Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Feb. 2026
Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 7 Mar. 2026
For instance, not enough businesses insist on multi-factor authentication for logging into company computers, with authentication on a separate device being one of the requirements.
—Don Aviv, Time, 7 Mar. 2026
For some runners, logging miles every single day feels like the ultimate badge of dedication.
—Ciara Lucas, SELF, 6 Mar. 2026
Lue praised Mathurin’s effort in logging 23 points on 8-of-11 shooting against the Pacers, his fourth game of at least 20 points as a Clipper.
—Janis Carr, Oc Register, 5 Mar. 2026
Hubpay said that customers may experience issues logging into the app while disruptions continued on Monday.
—Kai Nicol-Schwarz,emma Graham, CNBC, 3 Mar. 2026
Now girls are logging 30 matches a season, constantly honing their skills and gaining strength – a prerequisite to merely keep pace with their contemporaries.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 2 Mar. 2026
Just after my first stint as a tree-sitter, in April, logging in the area was halted until August.
—Robert Moor, New Yorker, 2 Mar. 2026
Gwath, after logging just five minutes in the previous game at Colorado State, was inserted into the starting lineup alongside Harrington.
—Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for logging
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Evans was a spark off the bench, recording eight points, including two 3-pointers, while grabbing two rebounds.—
PJ Green,
Kansas City Star,
5 Mar. 2026
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Texas Democratic turnout significantly exceeded Republican participation in the primary, with Democrats recording a 19% turnout compared to Republicans’ 7% in Dallas County, potentially indicating enthusiasm for Democratic candidates rather than preference for a particular ideological stance[1].—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Mar. 2026
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Here are 10 steps the Cowboys can take toward achieving a perfect offseason — at least in our eyes.—
Joseph Hoyt,
Dallas Morning News,
7 Mar. 2026
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But what makes Chanel’s formula so singular in achieving the look?—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
6 Mar. 2026
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Reporters from outlets that refused to consent to the new rules, including those from the Associated Press, have continued reporting on the military from outside the building.—
Michael Kunzelman,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Mar. 2026
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Dubai’s international airport came under drone attack several times, with passengers reporting at least one impact and a number of interceptions.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
7 Mar. 2026
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Some Republicans are worried about Paxton’s chances in a general election as the GOP tries to keep control of the Senate in November, and worry that money will need to be spent in Texas that could otherwise go toward winning battleground states, according to Politico.—
Eleanor Dearman,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Mar. 2026
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In the end, Democratic voters appeared to side with Talarico’s argument that winning in Texas would require not only energizing the base but also persuading voters who have grown uncomfortable with Republican leadership.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
4 Mar. 2026
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With the advancement of technology, there is now a transcribing tool on hand, but Warner says, human transcribing is not only faster, but 99% accurate.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
5 Mar. 2026
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But while many health care providers already are using AI for administrative duties, such as transcribing patient visits, using it to help diagnose people is still a relatively new field.—
Cal Matters,
Mercury News,
28 Jan. 2026
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Oakland’s leaders envision their town attaining similar big-city status.—
Shomik Mukherjee,
Mercury News,
10 Feb. 2026
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The monks practice and teach Vipassana meditation, an ancient Indian technique taught by the Buddha as core to attaining enlightenment.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
10 Feb. 2026
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Exclusive restaurant memberships, gyms, creative spaces, social clubs and more are gaining more popularity as consumers search for ways to build community outside of their houses and offices.—
Laya Neelakandan,
CNBC,
7 Mar. 2026
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The move away from cropped hems serves multiple purposes by adding length to the leg while projecting an effortless aura, which is why the style is gaining traction regardless of style.—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
7 Mar. 2026
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Not making enough stops defensively to thwart the Heat while subsequently only hitting 7 of 21 attempts in the final 12 minutes doomed the Hornets.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Mar. 2026
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The Pirates were making their fourth consecutive state tournament appearance.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Logging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/logging. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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