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Definition of mapnext
as in chart
an illustration of certain features of a geographical area a wall map of the United States

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verb

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Noun
Alabama's congressional map has been ensnared in legal wrangling since 2021, when the state drew new House districts after the 2020 Census. Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 27 May 2026 Mapping it out From a vibrant central town hub, Mina the Hollower’s sprawling map splits off to six highly varied dungeons, each culminating in a thrilling climb up a generator tower. ArsTechnica, 27 May 2026
Verb
Louisiana map scraps snaking district Legislation in Louisiana seeks to address the Supreme Court ruling by scrapping a district that snakes over 200 miles (321 kilometers) northwest from the capital, Baton Rouge, to Shreveport, creating a voting bloc with a majority of Black residents. Jeffrey Collins, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2026 For now, map opponents are urging him to do his job and decide whether the referendum can reach the ballot. Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 13 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for map
Recent Examples of Synonyms for map
Noun
  • The versatility that this guy brings to this team is off the charts.
    James L. Edwards III, New York Times, 28 May 2026
  • Both actors are incandescent and the chemistry between them is off the charts, and Calvani is even more adorable this season as the demonstrative and frank Italian who longs for his homeland.
    Randy Myers, Mercury News, 28 May 2026
Verb
  • In parallel, the IDF will continue to operate as planned in southern Lebanon.
    Christopher Cann, USA Today, 2 June 2026
  • Xcel also plans to file additional proposals addressing both short-term and long-term power needs.
    Dillon Thomas, CBS News, 2 June 2026
Verb
  • The Oatleys hired Australian architect Chris Beckingham to design spaces that let the scenery speak for itself.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
  • The 'Check My Unclaimed Inheritance' button is the trap This is likely a phishing link designed to collect personal data.
    Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 22 May 2026
Verb
  • San Jose is now close to finalizing its third four-year review of its Envision 2040 General Plan, the details of which will shape the city’s future development path.
    Mercury News Editorial Board, Mercury News, 26 May 2026
  • This story is the first in a series celebrating soccer cultures around the world—and the communities shaped by them.
    Paul Jebara, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 May 2026

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“Map.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/map. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.

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