1
as in label
a slip (as of paper or cloth) that is attached to something to identify or describe it
the markers on the rock and mineral specimens were old and faded
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as in feature
something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind
the discovery of a marker for the virus has greatly improved the accuracy of diagnosis
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Recent Examples of marker
As the show climbs the charts, an appearance on TBPN has become a status marker for the tech elite.
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Julia Black, Vanity Fair, 8 Jan. 2026
The sheriff’s office has a strict policy about chasing drivers so deputies ahead at mile markers 68 and 69 laid down the spike strips, deflating his tires, Linhardt said.
—David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 8 Jan. 2026
This includes Interstate 70 in Missouri between mile markers 20 and 38.
—Kansas City Star Weather Bot, Kansas City Star, 8 Jan. 2026
In addition to lowering blood pressure, research shows that the DASH diet can improve cholesterol levels and other markers linked to heart health.
—Brianna Tobritzhofer, Health, 8 Jan. 2026
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Julia Black, Vanity Fair, 8 Jan. 2026
The sheriff’s office has a strict policy about chasing drivers so deputies ahead at mile markers 68 and 69 laid down the spike strips, deflating his tires, Linhardt said.
—David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 8 Jan. 2026
This includes Interstate 70 in Missouri between mile markers 20 and 38.
—Kansas City Star Weather Bot, Kansas City Star, 8 Jan. 2026
In addition to lowering blood pressure, research shows that the DASH diet can improve cholesterol levels and other markers linked to heart health.
—Brianna Tobritzhofer, Health, 8 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for marker
Noun
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When using these, be sure to follow the instructions on the label.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Jan. 2026
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In addition to modeling and founding Spinside Records, an imprint on Browne's independent label Inside Recordings, Ethan also made it to the big screen.—
Angel Saunders,
PEOPLE,
14 Jan. 2026
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This is not always the case, however, as rates, service quality, and coverage features often vary widely.—
Ethan M. Stone,
Miami Herald,
9 Jan. 2026
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Of the 14 teams that qualified for the playoffs, eight feature a player with Idaho ties on their roster.—
Rachel Roberts,
Idaho Statesman,
8 Jan. 2026
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But there are other factors that needled their way into the evolutionary development of dormancy characteristics.—
Paul Cappiello,
Louisville Courier Journal,
9 Jan. 2026
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There’s no single definition in our modern times, but experts generally agree on a few characteristics.—
Angela Haupt,
Time,
9 Jan. 2026
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The fabric is soft to the touch and of good quality.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
13 Jan. 2026
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From high-fashion runways to interior decor showrooms, the minimalism trend touched every corner of the design world, with creatives finding new ways to cut off the excess and focus on shape, quality, and bare-bones beauty.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Jan. 2026
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By examining liver cells as the disease progressed, researchers saw that healthy liver functions slowly shut down and survival traits took over.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
7 Jan. 2026
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The Louisville transfer features the size (6-6, 325), length and explosive traits NFL defensive coordinators covet and QBs usually lose sleep over.—
Eddie Brown,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Jan. 2026
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As important as all of that is, though, Flagg’s mentality is his most impressive attribute.—
Christian Clark,
New York Times,
14 Jan. 2026
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Those attributes, along with the nonstop disarray of Langdon’s life, make for a fun murder mystery.—
David John Chávez,
Mercury News,
11 Jan. 2026
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The attribution of climate change to extreme heat has the strongest connection and highest confidence compared to all other weather events.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
31 Dec. 2025
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Combining the evidence from across the climate system increases the level of confidence in the attribution of observed climate change to human influence and reduces the uncertainties associated with assessments based on single variables.—
Gary W. Yohe,
The Conversation,
18 Dec. 2025
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Frederick Gaudreau sent a backhand pass from the left side near the boards to Tolvanen in front, and settled the puck and beat Quick at the 1-minute mark.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
13 Jan. 2026
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Arkansas' 72-53 defeat at South Carolina last March, which also followed two SEC wins, had previously held that mark.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
12 Jan. 2026
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“Marker.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/marker. Accessed 16 Jan. 2026.
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