as in chart
an illustration of certain features of a geographical area
a wall map of the United States
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Recent Examples of map
Katie Campione, Deadline, 10 June 2026
In a statement following the primary, Gallagher criticized the new election map.
—Haley Parsley
june 10, Sacbee.com, 10 June 2026
Pubsubhub User, Baltimore Sun, 4 June 2026
Scientists have used data from the OOI to help try to map the AMOC’s fate.
—Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 3 June 2026
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Noun
No doubt, the casting is all over the map.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 10 June 2026
In a statement following the primary, Gallagher criticized the new election map.
—Haley Parsley
june 10, Sacbee.com, 10 June 2026
Verb
If a tool causes friction, map the workflow on paper, then simplify steps and confirm responsibilities with the group.
—Pubsubhub User, Baltimore Sun, 4 June 2026
Scientists have used data from the OOI to help try to map the AMOC’s fate.
—Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 3 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for map
Noun
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Some data analysis in this chart was conducted using AI.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 June 2026
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Offensive depth chart coming together With Moton on the sideline, free-agent addition Stone Forsythe worked with the first- and second-team units at right tackle.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
11 June 2026
Verb
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Hennepin County commissioners plan to appoint an outside board of experts in finances, policy and lawmaking to support the CEO and staff.—
Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
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That same fan said he’s lived in Kansas City for the last 10 years and plans to see at least one World Cup game that Algeria is in.—
Shreyas Laddha,
Kansas City Star,
9 June 2026
Verb
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The resort also has two signature golf courses, the Conservatory Course designed by Tom Watson and the Ocean Course designed by Jack Nicklaus.—
Allison Tibaldi,
USA Today,
9 June 2026
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According to State Industrial, ambient scenting systems typically cost more than handheld air fresheners because they are designed for continuous, whole-space coverage.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Charlotte Observer,
8 June 2026
Verb
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Mississippi made national headlines while its music helped shape the era — as both blues and the roots of rock and roll.—
USA TODAY Network,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
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As hybrid-electric aviation moves closer to commercial adoption, suppliers capable of meeting both regulatory and performance demands are expected to play a central role in shaping next-generation aircraft platforms.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
9 June 2026
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“Map.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/map. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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