Definition of markednext

marked

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verb

past tense of mark
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as in characterized
to be an important feature of an annual event marked mostly by noise and confusion

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Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of marked
Adjective
Abel’s enthusiasm for Alphabet is a marked contrast to Buffett’s great reluctance to invest in tech. Alex Crippen, CNBC, 6 June 2026 Drivers will follow a marked route that goes through West Des Moines, Clive and Urbandale when the interstate is closed overnight. Lucia Cheng, Des Moines Register, 25 May 2026
Verb
Rootless Isak settles on barren land and attempts to build a life with Inger, a solitary woman marked by resilience and secrecy. John Hopewell, Variety, 28 July 2026 Saar in recent years enjoyed a resurgence of interest marked by institutional attention, with exhibitions at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, the Museum of Modern Art, New York; and the Prada Foundation, Milan. News Desk, Artforum, 28 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for marked
Recent Examples of Synonyms for marked
Adjective
  • Although the moon’s dark umbral shadow will miss North America, millions of people will still see the moon take a noticeable bite out of the sun.
    Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Sodium-ion chemistry also performs well in cold weather, where conventional lithium-ion batteries often experience noticeable reductions in charging speed and driving range.
    Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 2 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • The peptide preparation, labeled COP3, raised serum testosterone and cyclic AMP in male mice and increased the activity of penile nitric oxide synthase, an enzyme closely associated with erectile function.
    Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 29 July 2026
  • It wasn’t meant to be seen as brave (as it was bizarrely labeled).
    JP Saxe, Variety, 28 July 2026
Verb
  • This growing phenomenon—what workplace experts describe as pre-work overwhelm—is characterized by anxiety, mental clutter and emotional fatigue that builds before the workday has even begun.
    Bryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
  • One theater site called OnStageBlog reported that Segers had previously posted what commenters characterized as anti-transgender videos and was critical of pronoun usage choice.
    Greg Evans, Deadline, 2 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Reese recorded her 19th double-double of the season with 21 points and 13 rebounds, while also setting a new Atlanta Dream record for offensive rebounds in a season with her 137th, surpassing Brionna Jones.
    Christopher Harris, CBS News, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Samuel, 30, recorded 72 receptions for 727 yards with five touchdowns along with 75 rushing yards and one score.
    Trevor Woods, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Adjective
  • Ben Crump, one of the nation’s most prominent civil rights attorneys, also shared two posts with his 1 million followers about the circumstances surrounding Juliana’s death.
    Caitlin McGlade, Charlotte Observer, 31 July 2026
  • Samuel, who turned 30 in January, could have a prominent role at receiver given Pearsall could miss significant time with the injury.
    Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 31 July 2026
Verb
  • Police have not released a possible motive for the shooting or identified the two victims.
    Richard Ramos, CBS News, 31 July 2026
  • However, the Israeli official earlier Thursday, who declined to be identified, said Israel had rejected a proposal.
    Reuters, NBC news, 31 July 2026
Verb
  • Thanks to a down year filled with injuries, Peter appeared in 38 NBA games and logged nearly 500 minutes as a rookie.
    Tony East, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
  • Reese had already logged 20 minutes before getting hurt 14 seconds into the fourth.
    Dan Zaksheske OutKick, FOXNews.com, 20 July 2026
Adjective
  • The Mariners now sit a game and a half behind the Rangers, who have more of a commanding lead of the American League West.
    Cal Phillips Updated July 24, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 July 2026
  • That is the commanding nature the Tigers simply would not be the same without.
    Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 25 July 2026

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“Marked.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/marked. Accessed 4 Aug. 2026.

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