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
The traffic safety law, Assembly Bill 413, prohibits parking within 20 feet of the approach side of a marked or unmarked crosswalk, or within 15 feet when a curb extension is present. — Madison Smalstig july 29, Sacbee.com, 29 July 2026 Their sometimes fiery back and forth in the virtual group interview was a marked contrast to some of their in-person group appearances before civic organizations and Democratic Party organizations. — Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 17 July 2026
Verb
Indiana built momentum early, handing Minnesota a 23-point deficit before halftime, which marked the Lynx's largest deficit of the season. — Alejandro Avila Outkick, FOXNews.com, 23 Sep. 2026 The disease is marked by symptoms including tremor, stiffness, slow movement, gait and balance problems. — Deborah Day, Los Angeles Times, 23 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for marked
Recent Examples of Synonyms for marked
Adjective
  • From a high-rise balcony, the sound would be hardly noticeable, Kasdin said, citing the expert’s findings.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 25 Sep. 2026
  • The weather could start to change for the region as early as Sunday, but the hurricanes’ effects are most likely to be noticeable Monday and Tuesday.
    — Jack Dolan, Los Angeles Times, 25 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • Each room is labelled with a letter of the alphabet and filled with books recounting every human life.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 22 Sep. 2026
  • At one point, Coover pulled the cover off a super-chilled metallic cylinder labeled big baby main.
    — Kyle Paoletta, Harpers Magazine, 22 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • The cancer is characterized by abnormal, accelerated growth of squamous cells, according to the foundation.
    — Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 26 Sep. 2026
  • The active Pacific hurricane season is likely due to a record-setting El Niño — a natural climate pattern characterized by a rise in sea surface temperatures in the eastern Pacific, which can spawn more intense and frequent cyclones there.
    — Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 26 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • The shooting is the latest in a series of mass killings in South Africa, where police recorded 5,427 homicides during a recent three-month period.
    — Gerald Imray, Los Angeles Times, 23 Sep. 2026
  • The conversations are already recorded and transcribed, so the more durable approach is to read the record instead of relying on memory.
    — Snehal Nimje, Forbes.com, 23 Sep. 2026
Adjective
  • As a prominent application of artificial intelligence, AI agents are widely seen as transitioning from experimental concepts to large-scale deployment this year.
    — , CNBC, 23 Sep. 2026
  • Relaxed and straight fits remain prominent in collections, but Jamie Haller and LaQuan Smith made a strong case for flare silhouettes, and 7 For All Mankind brought back the low-rise capri jean in a big way.
    — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • Following the tragedy, another neighbor, identified as Rachel, placed flowers near the police barrier at the scene.
    — Sam Gillette, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2026
  • The Evanston Police Department said the man, whom police have identified only as an Evanston resident, resembled someone federal agents were seeking.
    — Julianna Bragg, CNN Money, 24 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • But while the market logged a winning day on almost all fronts, an alarming trend not seen since 1999 was happening under the surface, CNBC's Sean Conlon writes.
    — CJ Haddad, CNBC, 22 Sep. 2026
  • Then check whether the professional development hours logged for special education, ESL and CTE staff actually matched what those teachers teach.
    — Kellie Lauth, Forbes.com, 21 Sep. 2026
Adjective
  • Kirkwood had a commanding lead before Palou's spin caused a caution.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 23 Aug. 2026
  • Adrián Marín set up the play with his pass to Tiago as Orlando took what seemed to be a commanding lead in the second half.
    — Kyle Foley, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 Aug. 2026

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“Marked.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/marked. Accessed 30 Sep. 2026.

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