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as in labels
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 characteristics
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 markers
Researchers at the University of Vienna in Austria linked physical fitness in older adults to changes in blood markers, exploring whether simple blood tests can reflect how someone is aging, according to a new study published in Nature.
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Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Interpretive markers provide insights into the battle's significance, troop movements, and the impact on the community.
—Erin Gifford, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2025
The resarcher's study, which involved 20 common bottlenose dolphins stranded in the Indian River Lagoon in eastern Florida during the summer cyanobacterial bloom season, identfied markers of Alzheimer's disease.
—Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
More than 1,700 historical markers have been placed around the state, with at least three in each county, according to Remarkable Ohio.
—Alex Perry, Cincinnati Enquirer, 2 Oct. 2025
This craft set comes with eight markers and five stencils to provide artists with inspiration for their masterpieces.
—Pamela Brill, Parents, 2 Oct. 2025
Seldom, though, are the markers most pertinent to female longevity and health span discussed in the mainstream, as women’s health has been historically underfunded and understudied.
—Alexa Mikhail, Flow Space, 1 Oct. 2025
Councilmembers, however, agreed to move forward with a smaller temporary measure that would add reflective pavement markers along the curbs.
—Hanna Kang, Oc Register, 26 Sep. 2025
Route 82 between mile markers 1 and 23.
—Staff Reports, AZCentral.com, 26 Sep. 2025
Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Interpretive markers provide insights into the battle's significance, troop movements, and the impact on the community.
—Erin Gifford, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2025
The resarcher's study, which involved 20 common bottlenose dolphins stranded in the Indian River Lagoon in eastern Florida during the summer cyanobacterial bloom season, identfied markers of Alzheimer's disease.
—Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
More than 1,700 historical markers have been placed around the state, with at least three in each county, according to Remarkable Ohio.
—Alex Perry, Cincinnati Enquirer, 2 Oct. 2025
This craft set comes with eight markers and five stencils to provide artists with inspiration for their masterpieces.
—Pamela Brill, Parents, 2 Oct. 2025
Seldom, though, are the markers most pertinent to female longevity and health span discussed in the mainstream, as women’s health has been historically underfunded and understudied.
—Alexa Mikhail, Flow Space, 1 Oct. 2025
Councilmembers, however, agreed to move forward with a smaller temporary measure that would add reflective pavement markers along the curbs.
—Hanna Kang, Oc Register, 26 Sep. 2025
Route 82 between mile markers 1 and 23.
—Staff Reports, AZCentral.com, 26 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for markers
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The first ballot for the 2026 Grammy Awards was sent to Recording Academy voting members on Friday, giving a look at the various strategies that artists, labels and management are taking to get the best shot at Grammy gold for next year’s ceremony.—
Steven J. Horowitz,
Variety,
4 Oct. 2025
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International certifications and labels such as RCS by Textile Exchange and Oeko-Tex, among others, attest to its sustainability credentials.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
3 Oct. 2025
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As a professor of science education, one of my goals while preparing future teachers is to introduce them to the characteristics of scientific knowledge and how it is developed.—
Ryan Summers,
The Conversation,
3 Oct. 2025
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Typical eldest daughter characteristics include being responsible, independent, empathic, caring, a perfectionist, stressed and anxious, the Cleveland Clinic notes.—
Madeline Mitchell,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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Monica Hooper is an award-winning features writer specializing in entertainment news for Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley.—
Dustin Staggs,
Arkansas Online,
6 Oct. 2025
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The cabin-style home’s external features are just as impressive as what’s inside, too.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
6 Oct. 2025
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The American Culture Quiz is a weekly test of our unique national traits, trends, history and people, including current events and the sights and sounds of the United States.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
5 Oct. 2025
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The lab tech was talking about thinking, feeling creatures with human-like traits.—
Ron Arias,
PEOPLE,
5 Oct. 2025
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Also, research has shown this seasoning has antioxidant qualities.—
Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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Reviewers love its texture, temperature-regulating qualities, and its suitability for all seasons.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
3 Oct. 2025
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In addition to its technical performance attributes—including lightness, durability and elasticity comparable to virgin polyamide—Q-Cycle has a lower environmental impact, too.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
3 Oct. 2025
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Programmatic advertising lets buyers target audiences based on demographics, shopping patterns or other attributes.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
1 Oct. 2025
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This post was corrected on 21 January 2021 to clarify attributions.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
12 Jan. 2021
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“Markers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/markers. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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