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as in to label
to attach an identifying slip to marked each application with a numbered sticker

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as in to characterize
to be an important feature of an annual event marked mostly by noise and confusion

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noun

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as in joke
a person or thing that is made fun of in the wake of the scandal, the disgraced governor became the favorite mark of late-night comedians

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as in criterion
something set up as an example against which others of the same type are compared lately his playing hasn't been up to the mark expected of a concert pianist

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How is the word mark distinct from other similar nouns?

Some common synonyms of mark are note, sign, symptom, and token. While all these words mean "a discernible indication of what is not itself directly perceptible," mark suggests something impressed on or inherently characteristic of a thing often in contrast to general outward appearance.

a mark of a good upbringing

When can note be used instead of mark?

In some situations, the words note and mark are roughly equivalent. However, note suggests a distinguishing mark or characteristic.

a note of irony in her writing

When would sign be a good substitute for mark?

The synonyms sign and mark are sometimes interchangeable, but sign applies to any indication to be perceived by the senses or the reason.

encouraging signs for the economy

In what contexts can symptom take the place of mark?

The meanings of symptom and mark largely overlap; however, symptom suggests an outward indication of an internal change or condition.

rampant crime is a symptom of that city's decay

When is token a more appropriate choice than mark?

While in some cases nearly identical to mark, token applies to something that serves as a proof of something intangible.

this gift is a token of our esteem

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Recent Examples of mark
Verb
This marks the second time that the Puerto Rican musician has graced the Super Bowl stage, having appeared as a guest during Shakira and Jennifer Lopez’s 2020 performance. Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 29 Sep. 2025 Woltemade has started two Premier League games on Tyneside and scored twice, both towering headers, which marks quite the introduction. Chris Waugh, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025
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The establishment number in the USDA inspection mark will be either 50784 or 47718. David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 28 Sep. 2025 An impressive list of men who left their mark on history were involved with the design and display of the original Moonliner rockets. Chris Ochsner, Kansas City Star, 28 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for mark
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mark
Verb
  • People may try to label it something else, and try to determine what led someone to such an act — and there may have been other components.
    Frank Witsil, Freep.com, 29 Sep. 2025
  • The two rules obtained by ProPublica are labeled as drafts and could change before they are officially proposed.
    Jesse Coburn, ProPublica, 29 Sep. 2025
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  • The monsoon is characterized by intense heat, surges of moisture and atmospheric instability, creating clouds and storm chances in the afternoon.
    Hayleigh Evans, AZCentral.com, 27 Sep. 2025
  • Abarca says complaints overblown Abarca, at the time, welcomed the investigation, characterizing the complaints as overblown.
    Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 27 Sep. 2025
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  • One play after recording an interception, Casarez-McCampbell found senior Ben Thrun breaking free on a 40-yard touchdown catch.
    Frank Rajkowski, Twin Cities, 27 Sep. 2025
  • The previous week, Emily was at a sleepover at Heather’s house with Gretchen, when Gretchen, loosened up by shots of Fireball whiskey, revealed that Tamra once recorded a song, badly, according to Gretchen, with an unnamed boy band star that Gretchen claims Tamra got frisky with.
    Peter Larsen, Oc Register, 27 Sep. 2025
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  • The uproar was centered around conservative outcry over a joke Kimmel told last week about the suspect accused of shooting Charlie Kirk.
    Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 26 Sep. 2025
  • This leads to many, many, many jokes about Chad’s diminished mental capacity, including references to Radio, Slingblade and more.
    Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 26 Sep. 2025
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  • Many of these hospitals and clinics became the target of protests or bomb threats.
    Jacob Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Oct. 2025
  • Jezero's altitude rules it out as a target, however.
    Andrew Jones, Space.com, 1 Oct. 2025
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  • Neither figure is overly impressive for a brand whose reputation rests on performance.
    Mark Phelan, USA Today, 27 Sep. 2025
  • Meeting between the community and Skateland leadership Much of the community's concerns stemmed from years of management that allowed the skating rink to develop a bad reputation, due to fights and shootings.
    Noe Padilla, IndyStar, 26 Sep. 2025
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  • The 12 Hair Types The 12 hair types are named based on the two main criteria, pattern and texture.
    Maggie Donahue, Health, 27 Sep. 2025
  • Otherwise, there’s no other criteria.
    Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 26 Sep. 2025
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  • When asked about whether as many as 300,000 workers could lose their jobs, Vought emphasized the administration’s broader goal of shrinking Washington’s reach.
    Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Oct. 2025
  • With a clearer picture of cash flow, an advisor can make investing recommendations based on your goals, risk tolerance and timeline.
    Kate Dore, CFP®, EA,Kelli Grant, CFP®, CNBC, 1 Oct. 2025

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“Mark.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mark. Accessed 2 Oct. 2025.

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