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as in labelling
to attach an identifying slip to
marked each application with a numbered sticker
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as in characterizing
to be an important feature of
an annual event marked mostly by noise and confusion
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as in recording
to make a written note of
mark down the names of those who are planning to attend the dinner
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Recent Examples of marking
This year’s Magnolia Silobration is in full swing—marking the busiest time of the year for the Gaines’ Silos in Waco, TX.
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Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Oct. 2025
Halloween’s history, from tricks to treats Halloween is rooted in the ancient Celtic ritual of Samhain, marking the harvest and coming winter – and few know the shortcomings of the cold more than Minnesotans.
—Chris Kenning, USA Today, 24 Oct. 2025
The latest tests from October 18 to 20 included a full-scale propellant rehearsal and a static-fire test, marking the XQ-3's entry into final flight preparation, with the first flight slated for November or December 2025.
—New Atlas, 24 Oct. 2025
Ansari’s own Seiko SKX007 swaps wrists between Jeff and Arj, marking shifts in control and fortune.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 17 Oct. 2025
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Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Oct. 2025
Halloween’s history, from tricks to treats Halloween is rooted in the ancient Celtic ritual of Samhain, marking the harvest and coming winter – and few know the shortcomings of the cold more than Minnesotans.
—Chris Kenning, USA Today, 24 Oct. 2025
The latest tests from October 18 to 20 included a full-scale propellant rehearsal and a static-fire test, marking the XQ-3's entry into final flight preparation, with the first flight slated for November or December 2025.
—New Atlas, 24 Oct. 2025
Ansari’s own Seiko SKX007 swaps wrists between Jeff and Arj, marking shifts in control and fortune.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 17 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for marking
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But Rodriguez and Patacsil expressed skepticism about how other members were characterizing that advice.—
Jemma Stephenson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Oct. 2025
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Tricia McLaughlin, a spokesperson for the Department of Homeland Security, condemned the protest, characterizing it as an attempt to obstruct law enforcement operations.—
Billal Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Oct. 2025
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Much is made throughout the movie about the pitch-black nature of the songs Springsteen was recording; at one point, Landau—who went from writing about Springsteen to managing him—tells his wife that the songs sound like they’ve been made by a guilty man.—
Sadie Sartini Garner,
Pitchfork,
24 Oct. 2025
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Moscow has reportedly positioned equipment at or near the wreck, including high-precision navigation devices and sensors capable of guiding submersible drones and recording the acoustic 'signatures' of NATO warships and submarines circulating in the Baltic Sea.—
Jordan King,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Oct. 2025
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Greenberg questioned why Republicans are inaccurately labeling protesters in a way that could potentially draw violence.—
Sarah D. Wire,
USA Today,
18 Oct. 2025
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Vance’s spokesperson, William Martin, condemned the Newsom’s criticism, labeling it a mischaracterization of standard military training that ensures force readiness.—
Hollie Silverman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Oct. 2025
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But in a market where definitional confusion obscures risk and competitive tensions drive narratives, distinguishing signal from noise is increasingly critical and difficult.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
20 Oct. 2025
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Skye herself has almost no distinguishing characteristics besides her fragile state and propensity for terrible decisions, especially as the investigation around her boyfriend’s death kicks into gear.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
17 Oct. 2025
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Since 1980, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has maintained a database tracking these bank-busting events, logging every drought, flood, freeze, severe storm, tropical cyclone, wildfire, or winter storm that had a price tag of $1 billion or more.—
Jeffrey Kluger,
Time,
22 Oct. 2025
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Some environmental groups and opponents argue that the bill advances the logging industry’s priorities, limits public engagement and does little to reduce the risk of wildfires.—
Khaleda Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Oct. 2025
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When they were found on the bathroom floor in 1989, police had reached out to the local news media to spread the word in hopes of identifying family members.—
Amanda Lee Myers,
USA Today,
21 Oct. 2025
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The key to identifying the right white shade for your space is testing.—
Sophie Flaxman,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 Oct. 2025
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But many of the available tools are focused on reducing administrative burden by transcribing clinical visits, drafting notes and formulating appeal letters.—
Alexis Kayser,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Sep. 2025
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But voicemails also have a blue dot next to the red phone number or name (along with text summarizing or transcribing the voicemail underneath if those settings are active).—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
17 Sep. 2025
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The band also shared photos to Instagram after the concert, tagging Apple in the post.—
Hannah Sacks,
PEOPLE,
20 Oct. 2025
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The case drew attention in May after the defendants were arrested following reports of groups tagging buildings and statues on campus.—
Darrell Smith,
Sacbee.com,
20 Oct. 2025
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“Marking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/marking. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.
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