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
In his bag, 12 cans of spray paint, multiple paint markers and an array of different tips and nozzles.
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Aurora Sousanis, Freep.com, 3 Aug. 2025
After the ceremony, Jenkins smiled and noted what better time to place the markers.
—Darcel Rockett, Chicago Tribune, 2 Aug. 2025
The crash killed Jonathan Williams, 44, of Sherwood around 1 a.m. on July 21 near the 18 mile marker of I-30, the release states.
—Arkansas Online, 31 July 2025
Dial options include matte black, tropical brown, and vintage navy, all featuring creamy Super-LumiNova GL old radium markers designed to evoke the faded lume of historic tool watches.
—Matthew Catellier, Forbes.com, 30 July 2025
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Aurora Sousanis, Freep.com, 3 Aug. 2025
After the ceremony, Jenkins smiled and noted what better time to place the markers.
—Darcel Rockett, Chicago Tribune, 2 Aug. 2025
The crash killed Jonathan Williams, 44, of Sherwood around 1 a.m. on July 21 near the 18 mile marker of I-30, the release states.
—Arkansas Online, 31 July 2025
Dial options include matte black, tropical brown, and vintage navy, all featuring creamy Super-LumiNova GL old radium markers designed to evoke the faded lume of historic tool watches.
—Matthew Catellier, Forbes.com, 30 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for marker
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Retail giants Walmart and Kroger both said in their latest earning reports that consumer demand for these cost-saving store labels is driving sales, even amid high grocery prices and consumer spending anxiety.—
Gordon Ebanks,
CNN Money,
13 Aug. 2025
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The new album, Hostile Design, is out October 10 via the group’s original label home, Dischord.—
Matthew Strauss,
Pitchfork,
13 Aug. 2025
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In a investigation, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration found a conveyor belt at the Jeep facility lacked adequate safety features.—
Liam Rappleye,
USA Today,
14 Aug. 2025
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The solo project boasts features from YoungBoy Never Broke Again, YFN Lucci, Key Glock, Teezo Touchdown, John Legend and Ty Dolla $ign.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
14 Aug. 2025
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Can’t a mother have characteristics outside of that culturally narrowed scope?—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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The Justice Department earlier this month published a list of the nine characteristics of sanctuary jurisdictions.—
Laura Tillman,
Hartford Courant,
16 Aug. 2025
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Many of today’s manufacturers are still dealing with fragmented systems, varying machine capabilities and misaligned data quality.—
Bill Rokos,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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The theme relies on bold texture and color combinations give apparel heirloom qualities.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
6 Aug. 2025
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The humor was coming from the characters and their traits.—
Abbey White,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Aug. 2025
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Players can maximize the traits of their gear by activating certain mutations.—
Gieson Cacho,
Mercury News,
6 Aug. 2025
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For the poll, Americans were asked to rank top brands on nine different attributes, including the company's character, culture, ethics, citizenship, vision, growth, trust, trajectory, and its products and services.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
7 Aug. 2025
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Don’t worry, though: All the key attributes are still present, but the designs now have a wider toe area and firmer side panels to prevent warping.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
6 Aug. 2025
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Prepare for new attribution models — work with payment providers and data partners to maintain visibility when agents are in the loop.—
Jason Goldberg,
Forbes.com,
9 Aug. 2025
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Security researchers suspect the two groups might have overlapping membership or could be simply targeting the same industries, making attribution harder, according to BleepingComputer.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
6 Aug. 2025
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The millisecond mark has been broken a handful of times this year, with the most recent being July 11, according to the data published by TimeandDate.—
James Powel,
USA Today,
5 Aug. 2025
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The 6-foot-3, 247-pound sophomore threw during individual drills, including some deep throws to close the session — one of them on the mark to UCLA transfer receiver J.Michael Sturdivant.—
Edgar Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
5 Aug. 2025
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“Marker.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/marker. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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